Protein Processing Showroom Technician

Protein Processing Showroom Technician

The Middleby Corporation is seeking a motivated, detail-oriented Protein Processing Showroom Technician to anchor daily operations within our state-of-the-art Protein Innovation Center (PIC). The PIC serves as our premier global showcase for cutting-edge food processing technology. In this highly visible role, you will be a vital driver of the facility's successsupporting live equipment demonstrations, maintaining pristine facility readiness, coordinating specialized supply chains, and assisting culinary and engineering teams with product development and testing.

The ideal candidate brings a hands-on approach, experience within food manufacturing or meat processing environments, and the exceptional organizational skills required to deliver a world-class customer experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Showroom Readiness & Food Safety:
  • Maintain the Protein Innovation Center in a flawless, organized, and "showcase-ready" condition at all times.
  • Lead the teardown, deep cleaning, and sanitization of industrial food processing machinery and surfaces following events and live demonstrations.
  • Uphold and enforce strict food safety and quality procedures in rigorous alignment with Codex Alimentarius and GFSI guidelines.
• Technical & Culinary Demonstration Support:
  • Provide hands-on operational support for protein applications, including marination, curing, and thermal processing.
  • Actively assist in troubleshooting equipment issues, identifying operational variables, and diagnosing system deficiencies during testing.
  • Maintain and organize test kitchen inventory, tabletop equipment, specialized ingredients, and small appliances.
• Logistics, Inventory & Vendor Coordination:
  • Source, negotiate, and coordinate the delivery of raw protein products, chemical components, and ingredients from external vendors.
  • Maintain meticulous records regarding center scheduling, protein inventory levels, supply chains, and daily operational logs.
• Client Experience & Administration:
  • Communicate professionally and seamlessly with internal executive teams, global customers, and external vendors across all verbal and digital channels.
  • Assist in developing, organizing, and updating training materials and programs for the center.
  • Manage multiple concurrent project timelines with sharp attention to detail, maintaining agility when unexpected operational challenges arise.

Middleby is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EOE/M/F/Vets/Disabled) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants.

Benefits:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) with employer contribution
• Company-Paid Life Insurance
• Company-Paid Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401(k) Plan

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Food Science or a related field
• Minimum of 5 years of experience working with high-speed food manufacturing equipment, preferably within meat processing environments
• Strong understanding of beef and pork primal cuts, processed meats, and food product development
• Knowledge of ingredients, sanitation practices, and food processing operations
• Basic understanding of meat and poultry laboratory science and ingredient functionality
• Familiarity with USDA/FDA food safety regulations and HACCP principles
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel locally to pick up supplies and ingredients

Preferred Qualifications:

• Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) experience or certification
• Experience supporting food processing demonstrations, innovation centers, or test kitchens