R&D Technician coordinating samples, inventory, shipping and testing for Puratos, a global bakery, patisserie and chocolate ingredients company. Supporting food innovation, quality and safety onsite.
Responsibilities
Receive and process sample requests within required timelines using the CRM database
Pack samples and prepare courier and customs documentation
Label samples with allergens, kosher status, shelf life and storage conditions
Share tracking information, follow up on deliveries and resolve delivery issues
Update requestors, collaborate with stakeholders, and escalate capacity or priority concerns
Build and maintain inventory of standard product samples within shelf life
Pull samples from production or warehouse, relieve inventory in SAP, and order products from other Puratos facilities
Manage the sample database and report monthly shipping KPIs
Maintain lab supplies and ingredients in the OAK ingredient database
Support product development and adaptation by scaling, preparing samples and relieving inventory
Create standard product samples such as mixes and fillings
Run analytical and application tests on competitive products with guidance
Support sensory work, consumer tests and customer visits
Keep bakery, lab and storage areas clean, organized and stocked
Order lab and packaging supplies and ensure equipment and tools are working properly
Support efficient R&D lab and Innovation Centre use through planning, 5S and GMPs
Follow traceability, GMP, Health & Safety and Food Safety requirements and report issues promptly
Requirements
Post-secondary diploma or degree, preferably in the sciences, with a practical, hands-on mindset
Working proficiency in MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Strong data management skills across multiple systems
Excellent organization, attention to detail and time management, with the ability to multitask and prioritize
Strong English communication skills, one-on-one and in groups, with a focus on win-win solutions
Proactive, self-motivated team player who looks for process improvements
Ability to lift 25 kg and stand for extended periods
Excellent safety record and reliable attendance
Experience in a food production facility is an asset
Onsite role with up to 10% travel
Curiosity about digital tools, data and AI, and comfort learning new systems
Experience with SAP and/or CRM is an asset
Benefits
Fair and competitive compensation, benchmarked against the market
Comprehensive group insurance and retirement benefits
Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP) for you and your family
Puratos Welcome Journey onboarding, including a buddy to help you settle in
Learning, training and career growth opportunities within a global company
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