Protein Processing Showroom Technician

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Job Type

Full-time

Description

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 success-supporting 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

Salary Description

$85k to 95K