Process Science Technician

Kerry

Rochester, MN

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$47,900–$89,000 Per Year

SKILLS

Analysis Skills, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Asepsis, Background Investigation, Biotech and Pharmaceutical, Chemical Engineering, Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, Cross-Functional, Customer Support/Service, Data Analysis, Data Collection, Data Management, Data Processing, Documentation, Environmental Health, Fermentation, Food Safety, Food Science, Food and Beverage Industry, GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices), Identify Issues, Interviewing Skills, Laboratory Notebook, Laboratory Testing, Maintain Compliance, Manufacturing, Manufacturing/Industrial Processes, Microbiology, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft PowerPoint, Multitasking, Nutrition, Online Chat, Operations Processes, Organizational Skills, Pilot Plant, Plating Processes, Problem Solving Skills, Process Development, Process Improvement, Process Quality, Purchasing/Procurement, Quality Assurance Methodology, Quality Engineering, Quality Metrics, Regulatory Compliance, Reimbursement, Safety Compliance, Safety Standards, Safety Training, Safety/Work Safety, Supply Chain, Technical Writing, Technology Analysis, Time Management, Trend Analysis, Video Chat, Willing to Travel

LOCATION

Rochester, MN

POSTED

1 day ago

Requisition ID 65158

Position Type (US)Full Time

Workplace Arrangement #LI-Onsite

About Kerry

Kerry is the world's leading taste and nutrition company for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries. Every day we partner with customers to create healthier, tastier and more sustainable products that are consumed by billions of people across the world. Our vision is to be our customers' most valued partner, creating a world of sustainable nutrition. A career with Kerry offers you an opportunity to shape the future of food while providing you opportunities to explore and grow in a truly global environment.

About the role

The Process Science Technician supports the execution of pilot plant and manufacturing trials, contributing to process development, optimization, and commercialization of food and ingredient technologies. This role is responsible for coordinating and monitoring experimental activities, collecting and analyzing data, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.

The position works cross-functionally with RD&A, Operations, Engineering, and Quality to support scale-up, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement initiatives across fermentation and ingredient manufacturing processes.

Key responsibilities

+ Maintain accurate technical documentation, including batch records, lab notebooks, protocols, and reports.+ Monitor in-process quality attributes and communicate deviations or risks to relevant teams.+ Support troubleshooting activities in fermentation, downstream processing, and drying operations.+ Assist with scale-up, technology transfer, and commercialization of new and existing products.+ Operate and support pilot plant equipment including fermentation, centrifugation, filtration, evaporation, spray drying, and thermal processing.+ Conduct microbiology lab activities such as aseptic technique, plating, and culture maintenance.+ Collaborate cross-functionally with Operations, Quality, Engineering, Procurement, Supply Chain, and RD&A teams.+ Support continuous improvement initiatives through data analysis and process monitoring.+ Ensure compliance with food safety, GMP, environmental, and safety standards.+ Manage multiple priorities while meeting project timelines and operational requirements.+ Communicate technical information clearly across different organizational levels.+ Support customer requests, sample preparation, and plant visits as needed.+ Travel to manufacturing sites or customer locations as required.

Skills* Strong understanding of fermentation and downstream processing technologies* Data analysis and interpretation skills (trend analysis, reporting, problem-solving)* Ability to work in pilot plant, laboratory, and manufacturing environments* Knowledge of food safety, GMP, and safety compliance requirements* Strong organizational and documentation skills* Effective cross-functional collaboration and communication* Hands-on technical troubleshooting capability* Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment* Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint) and data management tools

Experience* Experience in pilot plant operations, process development, or manufacturing environment* Hands-on experience with fermentation, drying, or ingredient manufacturing processes preferred* Experience supporting scale-up, tech transfer, or commercialization activities is desirable* Background in laboratory testing and microbiology techniques* Experience working in food, biotechnology, or ingredient manufacturing industries preferred

Qualifications and skills

+ Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Chemical Engineering, Biotechnology, Microbiology, or related field

+ 0–5+ years of relevant experience.

+ Working knowledge of unit operations such as fermentation, centrifugation, filtration, and drying preferred

+ Familiarity with GMP, food safety, and environmental health and safety standards.

The pay range for this position is $47,900 - $89,000. Kerry typically does not hire an individual at the top or near the top of the range, as we are a pay-for-performance company, and this range is set to continue to reward performance annually while in role. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. The specific compensation offered to a candidate within the above range may be influenced by a variety of factors including skills, qualifications, experience, and internal equity. Kerry offers a competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, a 401(k) plan with employee and company contribution opportunities, Employee Share Plan, Life, disability, and accident insurance, and tuition reimbursement. This job posting is anticipated to expire on July 30th, 2026.

We may use artificial intelligence tools to support the review and assessment of applications and assist with scheduling interviews. We do not use AI to make decisions during the interview process. All candidate assessments and hiring decisions are made by our recruitment and leadership teams.

Kerry is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. Kerry will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditional upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen. Additional information can be found at Know Your Rights Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (dol.gov).

Beware of scams online or from individuals claiming to represent us. A Kerry employee will not solicit candidates through a non-Kerry email address or phone number. In addition, Kerry does not currently utilise video chat rooms (e.g., Google Hangouts) to conduct interviews. Refuse any request that asks you to provide payment to participate in the hiring process (e.g., purchasing a “starter kit,” investing in training, or something similar). Kerry will not ask you to pay any money at any point in the hiring process with the exception of reimbursable travel expenses. In addition, any payments made by Kerry will be from official firm accounts bearing the Kerry name.

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