Product Validation Technologist I

About the Role

We are hiring a Product Validation Technologist I to join the Product Validation team here at Factor, a HelloFresh brand. This role is responsible for assisting in the execution and reporting of validation testing for new ingredients, equipment, recipe builds, and product launches. You will also assist in the preparation and logistics of product evaluations and sensory assessments. To excel, you should have a genuine interest in leveraging data and metrics for food manufacturing optimization and improvement, thrive in a team environment, and possess a passion for food.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in validation testing of new ingredients and equipment in line with cross-functional team needs and company objectives.
• Learn to organize, conduct, and report exploratory evaluations of new ingredients with internal stakeholders.
• Manage new product inventory for validation testing.
• Assist with packing and shipping of samples.
• Assist with conducting sensory evaluations and data collection.
• Develop an understanding of the production process to assist in identifying process and evaluation improvement opportunities.
• Develop the ability to evaluate finished products to validate end-customer experience and shelf-life.

Candidate Profile

• Detail-oriented: Able to schedule, organize, and execute detailed testing plans.
• Self-driven, goal-oriented, and interested in continued learning.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, capable of generating reports on product testing.
• Able to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Able to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate degree in culinary arts/culinology or relative culinary/food manufacturing experience.
• Minimum 0-1 year of experience working in an office/professional setting.
• Proficiency with Google Suite and/or MS Office.
• Experience utilizing basic analytical, pilot, and culinary equipment.

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive Salary & 401k company match that vests immediately upon participation.
• Generous parental leave of 16 weeks & PTO policy.
• $0 monthly premium and other flexible health plans.
• 75% discount on your subscription to HelloFresh (as well as other product initiatives).
• Snacks, cold brew on tap & monthly catered lunches.
• Company sponsored outings & Employee Resource Groups.
• Collaborative, dynamic work environment within a fast-paced, mission-driven company.

Key skills/competency

• Product Validation
• Sensory Evaluation
• Data Collection
• Inventory Management
• Process Improvement
• Quality Assurance
• Food Manufacturing
• Google Suite
• MS Office
• Communication Skills