Job Title: Ingredient Handling TechnicianJob Description The Ingredient Handling Technician is responsible for supporting the Pilot Plant and overall site operations in various Pilot Plant activities. This role involves working closely with the weigh-up technician and managing all material handling activities including trial ingredient picking, preparation, inbound and outbound material management, warehousing, and finished goods material management. Responsibilities + Execute daily tasks in accordance with material management best practices to minimize inventory adjustments. + Assist in batch preparation by locating and pulling materials, assisting in weigh-ups for trials, pulling waste for weekly disposal, and sample delivery. + Support operations in a safe and conscientious manner. + Work independently on related duties requested by supervisors with minimal instruction. Essential Skills + Sample preparation (food, biological, or chemical samples) + Hygiene training/experience with SOPs + Experience testing and weighing samples + Handling of small processing equipment Additional Skills & Qualifications + High School Diploma or equivalent with 1 year of relevant experience + Experience operating in a Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) environment with minimal guidance + Ability to lift 50 lbs. as job requires lifting and repetitive motion + Experience using weigh-up systems or scales + Strong communication skills and the ability to work within a team + Ability to work independently when needed + Comfortable with learning new computer systems and databases + Basic hygiene knowledge or training + Experience in conducting experimental or operations tasks in a food environment + Culinary or food technology basic education Work Environment This position operates in a dynamic environment where societies are aging and lifestyle-related diseases are increasing. Scientific understanding of health, disease, and the potential of nutrition as an integral part of health management is growing. You will be part of a team motivated by the opportunity to forge a major therapeutic role for nutrition in health management. This role involves a standard 40-hour work week, Monday to Friday, with standard hours from 8 am to 4 pm, including a 30-minute lunch break and additional breaks. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $25.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)• Short and long-term disability• Health Spending Account (HSA)• Transportation benefits• Employee Assistance Program• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Bridgewater,NJ. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Feb 28, 2025. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through: + Hiring diverse talent + Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection + Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes + Ensuring growth opportunities for our people The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.