Great Client is seeking a Beverage Product Development Specialist. In this role you will Partner with Product Development leads and the Manager of Beverage Science to support the successful product launches of new and cutting-edge products. You will aid with technical needs across liquid formulation, lab analytics, appliance KPI testing, and cross-functional launch coordination.
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location: Needham, Massachusetts
job type: Contract
salary: $30 - 32 per hour
work hours:
education: Associates
responsibilities:
- Perform daily wet chemistry testing (pH, TA, Brix, Flashpoint) and run stability/shelf-life testing protocols.
- Assist with small-batch beverage development, formula creation, line extensions, and cost-reduction (value engineering) trials.
- Coordinate taste-test panels, gather consumer feedback, and report action items to cross-functional teams.
- Managing internal technical testing and stability testing for all products in development.
- KPI testing, product definition, and spec setting across prototype iterations.
- Coordination and execution of consumer research activities with internal and external testers in collaboration with the Consumer Insights team.
- Manage sample preparation, bottling, and coordination to support upcoming retailer meetings and sales demonstrations.
- Assist in compiling analytical and testing data required for the new product claims substantiation process
- Associate or Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related technical discipline or equivalent hands-on experience as a Beverage Quality Control (QC) or R&D Lab Technician.
- Demonstrated hands-on laboratory or R&D experience in food/beverage product development.
- Proficient in setting up, calibrating, and operating standard lab testing equipment (pH meters, refractometers, autotitrators).
- Direct experience running analytical measurements for Brix, pH, and Titratable Acidity (TA).
- Detail-oriented, strong organization for sample/data tracking, and comfortable working hands-on in a fast-paced lab environment
skills:
value engineering,Coordinate,Coordination,panels,prototype,Consumer Insights,KPI,consumer research,stability testing,technical testing,wet chemistry
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Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).
This posting is open for thirty (30) days.
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