Technician, Product Development

Job Description

Are You Ready to Make It Happen at Mondelēz International?

Join our Mission to Lead the Future of Snacking. Make It With Pride.

You work with the RDQ team to conduct experiments and trials under the guidance of more senior team members.

How you will contribute

You will run pilot plant and/or laboratory operations, prepare and maintain the equipment and ingredients needed, capture and report data with technical rigor and accuracy, and ensure the safe working and operation of equipment and environment.

What you will bring

A desire to drive your future and accelerate your career and the following experience and knowledge:

• Working in teams and independently with the guidance of more senior team members

• Proactively identifying problems and assisting in creating and implementing solutions

• Applying your technical understanding of equipment and ingredients to support pilot plant and/or laboratory operations

• Recording and reporting data and activity outcomes accurately

• Lab/plant equipment operation/maintenance experience a distinct advantage

• Food manufacturing industry experience a distinct advantage

More about this role

What you need to know about this position:

• Support the NA Biscuit team's bench development and storage lab operations by delivering initiatives that drive brand value through increased revenue and product quality in a safe, functional, and secure environment.

• Instruct junior developers and temporary personnel in proper lab protocols, task duties, and requirements.

• Independently manage the shipment and receipt of samples and test materials, both domestic and international.

• Assist developers with sample submissions in ODS.

• Assemble and initiate shelf-life storage studies and conduct product pulls on schedule.

• Aid product developers with benchtop sample preparation and formulation trials.

• Operate various lab equipment to quantify product attributes and report findings to product developers.

• Enter test data into Excel or other database systems with accuracy and consistency.

• Order supplies and raw materials for benchtop experiments, maintaining adequate inventory levels.

• Maintain a secure work environment by enforcing general housekeeping rules, keeping the lab clean, and conducting walkthroughs with key facility staff to ensure compliance with best practices.

• Assist with manufacturing and pilot plant trials as required.

Education / Certifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

• Previous experience in a lab environment preferred.

Job specific requirements:

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data recording and reporting.

• Excellent organizational and time-management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

• Proficiency in basic computer applications (e.g., email, Excel, data entry systems).

• Good communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to lift and move packages as needed.

• Willingness to learn and adapt to new digital systems and tools.

Travel requirements:

Up to 10%

Work schedule:

5 Days Work From Office

Salary and Benefits:

The base salary range for this position is $51,100 to $70,300; the exact salary depends on several factors such as experience, skills, education and location. In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for participation in a highly competitive bonus program with the possibility for overachievement based on performance and company results. In addition, Mondelez International offers the following benefits: health insurance, wellness and family support programs, life and disability insurance, retirement savings plans, paid leave programs, education related programs, paid holidays and vacation time. Some of these benefits have eligibility requirements. Many of these benefits are subsidized or fully paid for by the company.

No Relocation support available

Business Unit Summary

The United States is the largest market in the Mondelēz International family with a significant employee and manufacturing footprint. Here, we produce our well-loved household favorites to provide our consumers with the right snack, at the right moment, made the right way. We have corporate offices, sales, manufacturing and distribution locations throughout the U.S. to ensure our iconic brands—including Oreo and  Chips Ahoy! cookies, Ritz, Wheat Thins and Triscuit crackers, and Swedish Fish and Sour Patch Kids confectionery products —are close at hand for our consumers across the country.  

Mondelēz Global LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Persons with Disabilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants who require accommodation to participate in the job application process may contact 847-943-5460 for assistance.

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Job Type

Regular

Product development

Science & Engineering