Food Technician

Food Scientists play a critical role in turning ideas into high-quality, scalable products that delight customers and perform in manufacturing. This career path is designed to support growth from hands-on formulation and testing to enterprise-level technical leadership and innovation strategy. Employee Type: Full time Location: IL Oak Brook Job Type: Research and Development Job Posting Title: Food Technician Job Description: Schedule: 1st shift Monday-Friday, with flexibility as needed​ Work Location: 2015 Spring Road Suite 400, Oak Brook, IL 60523  ​ Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with match, STD/LTD/AD&D/Life, HSA, FSA, EAP, Hospital indemnity, Accident Insurance, Identity and Fraud Protection Plan, Legal, and Critical Illness. ​ Salary, based on experience and other qualifications: $16.83 to $24.86 Per Hour with additional bonus potential The Food Technician supports the design, testing, validation, and implementation of new products, line extensions, and product improvements. Working closely with Food Scientists and plant partners, this role is ideal for someone who enjoys laboratory work, collaboration, and learning the full lifecycle of food innovation. What You’ll Do Conduct routine laboratory, pilot plant, and production tests following established procedures Support bench-top trials, pilot runs, plant trials, and product start-ups Accurately evaluate, document, and organize test results, formulations, and processing parameters Communicate findings, observations, and challenges to project leads Assist with preparation and shipment of R&D samples for internal and customer use Coordinate ingredient and product shipments for trials and testing Maintain laboratory equipment, supplies, and ingredient inventories Keep the lab clean, organized, and GMP-compliant Complete assigned project tasks within established timelines What We’re Looking For High school diploma or equivalent (required) Previous lab or food manufacturing experience preferred Strong attention to detail and organization Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment Effective written and verbal communication skills Comfortable working cross-functionally with scientists and operations teams Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work standing for extended periods Willingness to work in hot and cold environments EEO Statement: Winland Foods seeks to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool, and as a global company we believe our success is enhanced by fostering equity and inclusion in the workplace. Therefore, Winland Foods is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military or veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.