Senior Research & Development Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Grow with Welch's!

Welch's is on a journey towards our bold ambition of being the global-leader of convenient, good for you fruit-based food and beverages. To turn this goal into a reality we need you and other exceptionally talented, agile, and innovative individuals who are eager to contribute to something extraordinary!

At Welch's, we're not just offering a job; we're inviting you to be a part of a vibrant, authentic, and inclusive culture where you not only belong, but also have the opportunity to unleash the best, most authentic version of you.

What You'll Do :

• Partner across interdisciplinary R&D functions — packaging, processing, product development, and food safety — to ensure seamless execution of technical project work
• Lead R&D lab and pilot plant operations including equipment maintenance and calibration, inventory management, cleaning, and sample preparation.
• Facilitate resource meetings and manage the direction of technician requests to ensure the right priorities are addressed.
• Own and operate sensory and shelf-life programs ensuring proper administration, tracking, and analysis to deliver reliable results and actionable insights.
• Act as a compliance champion working closely with food safety to maintain safety, GMP, and HACCP best practices and complete required documentation.
• Independently complete benchwork including preparation of batch sheets, product batching, and recording of test results and applicable notes in development software systems.
• Operate and troubleshoot lab instruments (e.g. pH meters, refractometers, titrators, etc.) and pilot plant equipment (e.g. pasteurizer, carbonator, filter press, etc.)
• Meaningfully contribute to the growth of our lab and pilot plant capabilities with an eye on continuous improvement
• 75% hands-on work and 25% facilitation

Who You Are

Requirements :

What You'll Enjoy :

Health, Dental & Vision Insurance

The anticipated hiring base salary range for this position is $70,000 to $80,000 non-exempt, annually for US-based employees. This range reflects the minimum and maximum for the position across all US locations, is based on a full-time work schedule, and is Welch's good faith estimate as of the date of this posting. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. In addition to base salary, this role is eligible for participation in a bonus plan.

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Welch's is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We are committed to the prevention of employment discrimination based on race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, disability and / or military or veteran status, sexual orientation or any other action covered by federal or applicable state / local laws.

Welch's offers more than just a job - it's an opportunity to grow, innovate, and make a global impact with a passionate community.