R&D Inclusions - Temp at Balchem in Ohio

COMPANY OVERVIEW: Balchem is committed to making the world a healthier place by delivering trusted, innovative, and science-based solutions for the health and nutritional needs of the world. Balchem employs approximately 1,400 employees worldwide who provide the service, quality, and technology that enables our customers to win with their customers. We have built a reputation for delivering results to all of our stakeholders. Founded in 1967, Balchem, a Maryland corporation, became a publicly-traded company in 1970 and is listed on Nasdaq under the symbol “BCPC.” Our corporate headquarters is located in Montvale, New Jersey, and we have a broad network of sales offices, manufacturing sites, and R&D centers, primarily located in the U.S. and Europe. The Company consists of three business segments: Human Nutrition and Health, Animal Nutrition and Health, and Specialty Products. POSITION SUMMARY: Seeking temporary help to support our Food and Beverage R&D organization in Product Development and Applications (PD&A). This position will report to the Bridgeton, MO, PD&A Manager but will work on site with, and take direction from, the Inclusion Scientist in Defiance, OH. The candidate will participate in a wide variety of tasks/projects, with an emphasis on supporting new product development of inclusions used in various food applications. The working environment will include office, laboratory, pilot plant, and manufacturing environments. The scope of work will include development and improvement of new and existing processes and products, conducting lab scale and bench top experiments, new product commercializations, product characterization studies, qualifying new raw materials, application development, and performing analytical work. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Responsible for working safely in all situations: follows and enforces all safety policies, demonstrates safe behaviors including use of safety equipment and equipment safeguards, and champions the Balchem safety programs. Follows GMP protocols, regulatory requirements, and works to ensure product compliance with regulatory bodies like FDA. Aids Product Development in various ways including, but not limited to, overseeing inventory (ordering, tracking, labeling, etc), shipping samples, and maintaining lab cleanliness. Supports Product Development in raw material collection, ingredient preparation, sample preparation, and analytical testing. Sample sizes range from benchtop to pilot plant size. Performs other duties as assigned. Work environment can vary and consist of varying temperatures, slippery conditions, elevated noise level and large production machinery. REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Chemistry, Biology, or other science-related field. Strong interest in food (ie cooking, baking, etc) is desirable but not required. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, as well as the ability to think critically. Highly self-motivated individual comfortable working individually and able to manage multiple tasks and projects efficiently within the context of a fast-paced, busy environment. Proficient with computer skills, word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation applications, and be able to easily learn new applications. Ability to lift 50 pounds. #IND123 Balchem is committed to a workplace culture that values and promotes diversity, inclusion, equal employment opportunities, and a work environment free of harassment and hostility.