About this role
We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented team member to support the execution of ingredient application projects. In this role, you will work hands-on in the laboratory, assisting with experimentation and data analysis to evaluate ingredient performance and help refine formulations.
Working under the guidance of senior colleagues, you will contribute to developing customer-relevant solutions while gaining practical experience in applications research and development within the food and beverage industry.
Accountabilities
- Assist in conducting analyses of ingredient functionality, performance, and compatibility in various applications
- Support testing and refinement of formulas and processes to meet specific project requirements
- Accurately record experimental data and contribute to data analysis and reporting
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams across Innovation & R&D and Technical Service
- Maintain laboratory equipment and ensure all experiments are conducted according to established protocols
- Participate in knowledge-sharing activities to support continuous learning and innovation
- Document findings clearly and maintain detailed and accurate records of results
- Ensure compliance with all safety, quality, and regulatory standards in laboratory work
Skills and Experience:
- Education and experience: laboratory technician, food processing technologist, or similar educational background with experience from food, pharma, chemical or related industries
- Working knowledge of processes and practices within applications R&D in the food and beverage industry
- Good understanding of team processes and procedures
- Intermediate awareness of related team activities and operations
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to exchange technical or factual information with colleagues
- Ability to perform essential support, technical, and operational tasks in day-to-day activities
- Comfortable working under supervision, with the ability to work independently on routine tasks and seek guidance when needed
What you can expect
This role offers an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a dynamic R&D environment. You will be part of a collaborative team focused on innovation, quality, and continuous improvement, contributing to the development of impactful solutions for customers.
Application and contact
If you are interested in this opportunity, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. Interviews will be conducted on an ongoing basis.
For any questions regarding the role, please reach out to hiring manager [email protected]
Tate & Lyle is an equal opportunity employer, committed to the strength of an inclusive workforce.
Skills Required
- Education and experience in laboratory technician or food processing technologist
- Working knowledge of processes within applications R&D in food and beverage
- Strong communication skills
- Ability to perform technical and operational tasks
What We Do
Tate & Lyle's purpose, Transforming Lives Through the Science of Food, inspires everything we do. Whether it’s by making food and drink healthier and tastier; continuously improving how we work; promoting a safe working environment; or making a difference to our local communities, we believe we can successfully grow our business and have a positive impact on society. What is it we do? Simply put, we make healthy food tastier and tasty food healthier. Our work is driven by consumer health needs and trends, governments desire to build and support healthy communities, and the need for affordable food and nutrition in many parts of the world. We deliver ingredients and solutions to meet all these needs. Our speciality sweeteners and fibres help reduce sugar and calories. Our fibres fortify food and improve digestive health. Our texturants and stabilising systems help extend shelf-life and make food manufacturing easier. Across the globe, we are transforming lives through the science of food. And we need talented and skilled people to help us on this journey
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