Senior Technician, Research & Development

Your Opportunity as the Senior Technician, R&D Pilot Plant As a Senior Technician, R&D Pilot Plant, you will support our Coffee Process Research Lab operations by safely operating process equipment, executing experimental test plans, and partnering with R&D teams to advance new process capabilities. This hands-on role requires strong technical skills, attention to detail, and clear communication to keep work moving safely and efficiently. Location: Orrville, OH Work Arrangements: 100% onsite (M-F) In this role you will: - Set up and safely operate Process Laboratory equipment; train R&D employees on safe equipment operation - Lead execution of test plans by reviewing plans, confirming material and equipment readiness, collecting accurate data, summarizing results, and reporting deviations or equipment issues - Troubleshoot operational and equipment challenges and recommend process or equipment improvements - Maintain and update SOPs, JSAs, and LOTO documentation as needed - Follow QA and HSE requirements to maintain a safe, compliant, and high-quality pilot plant environment. - Share daily work updates and communicate effectively with peers and project teams - Serve as Process Laboratory area owner with responsibility for housekeeping and ensuring ongoing compliance with HSE and QA standards - Manage operating supply inventory and submit purchase requisitions as needed - Coordinate with external resources on new equipment installation and Process Laboratory maintenance - Complete required internal and external training to maintain and build technical capabilities What we are looking for: Minimum Requirements: - Associate's degree in Engineering Technology, Process Technology, Food Science, Industrial Technology, or a related technical field; equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. - 3+ years of experience operating, maintaining, or troubleshooting processing, manufacturing, pilot plant, or laboratory equipment. - Demonstrated knowledge of safe work practices, including SOPs, LOTO, and JSA processes. - Experience executing test plans, collecting and documenting data, and supporting process improvement initiatives. - Ability to identify, troubleshoot, and resolve equipment and operational issues independently. - Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. - Effective written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate across technical and cross-functional teams. - Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and technical documentation systems. Physical Requirements - Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the workday. - Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials weighing up to 75 pounds. - Ability to frequently bend, stoop, reach, climb stairs, and work around processing equipment. Additional skills and experience that we think would make someone successful in this role: - Experience in food, beverage, consumer packaged goods, or a related manufacturing environment. - Experience supporting R&D, pilot plant, process development, or scale-up activities. - Familiarity with quality systems, GMPs, and HSE compliance requirements. - Experience operating equipment (e.g., forklift, electric pallet jack). #INDSA #LI-KK1 TheRight Placefor You We are bold, kind, strive to do the right thing, we play to win, and we believe in a strong community that thrives together. Our culture is rooted in our Basic Beliefs , and we