Research And Development Technician

Our client, a leader in the food manufacturing industry, is seeking a Research Technician to join their team. As a Research Technician, you will be part of the R&D Department supporting cross-functional teams including R&D, Engineering, Marketing, Sales, Quality Assurance, and Operations. The ideal candidate will have strong attention to detail, critical thinking skills, and the ability to adapt to changing priorities, which will align successfully in the organization. Job Title: Research Technician (Temporary Position) Location: Buffalo, NY Pay Range: $20-24/hour Schedule: Monday-Thursday 8:00am - 5:00pm & Friday 8:00am - 1:00pm What’s the Job? Perform laboratory testing, sample preparation, prototype development, and R&D support activities. Conduct laboratory and pilot plant experiments to support product development and process improvement initiatives. Accurately document experimental procedures, observations, data, and results in laboratory systems and reports. Support validation of raw materials, equipment, and processes while maintaining technical documentation and specifications. Maintain a safe, sanitary, and organized laboratory environment while collaborating with cross-functional teams on project objectives. What’s Needed? Associate degree in Food Science, Food Preparation, Laboratory Technology, or a related field; OR at least 1 year of relevant food industry, laboratory, or production experience. Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, hands-on laboratory or food manufacturing environment. Strong attention to detail with excellent documentation and data collection skills. Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities to troubleshoot issues and support experimental analysis. Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams. What’s in it for me? Opportunity to gain hands-on experience in food product development and R&D operations. Work alongside experienced professionals in a collaborative and innovative environment. Develop laboratory, analytical, and technical skills within the food manufacturing industry. Consistent work schedule: Monday-Thursday 8:00 AM-5:00 PM and Friday 8:00 AM-1:00 PM. Immediate start opportunity with a well-established industry leader. ManpowerGroup is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in a professional, high quality work environment. It is the policy of ManpowerGroup and all of its subsidiaries to recruit, train, promote, transfer, pay and take all employment actions without regard to an employee's race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law. #J-18808-Ljbffr