Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and innovative R&D / Pilot Plant Technician to join our Ingredient Division’s Product Development team. This role plays a critical part in supporting research initiatives and pilot plant operations, contributing to the development and optimization of ingredient-based products. The ideal candidate will bring hands-on technical expertise, a collaborative mindset, and a passion for driving innovation from concept to commercialization.

General Responsibilities:

• Function as an Research & Development technician when not doing pilot plant work
• Provide pilot plant relief (breaks, lunch, vacation, sick days, etc.) for existing pilot plant technician
• Perform daily cleaning and sanitizing of equipment and facility

Research & Development Responsibilities:

• Accurately weigh up and blend ingredients for experiments
• Complete finished product testing and evaluations and record data
• Assemble and package finished and blended product samples for customer reviews
• Maintain ingredient inventory information

Pilot Plant Responsibilities:

• Process various dairy products on pilot plant equipment
• Record processing data for all products processed on pilot plant equipment
• Assemble, disassemble and clean pilot plant equipment
• Operate and complete preventative maintenance on pilot plant equipment
• Clean and sanitize pilot plant facility

Skills required:

• Ability to perform precise and accurate laboratory tests
• Good math skills
• Good computer skills -- word processing and database software
• Ability to work independently or in small groups
• Mechanical aptitude preferred

Crest Foods Co., Inc. is a family owned and operated food manufacturing company that was established in 1946 and has grown to a company with about 700 full time employees. Its state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities and offices are all located in Ashton, Illinois.

Why Crest Foods?

• Competitive wage
• Annual Bonus & Raise
• Outstanding Benefits package  including Health insurance, dental, disability & life insurance, Profit sharing and 401(k), Fitness center and Wellness Program
• Paid Vacation and Personal Time
• 11 Paid Holidays per year
• 10 Year Trip!
• Onsite  Nurse, Nurse Practitioner, Lab Draws, EAP Counselor
• Family owned & operated company

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement

Language:

• English (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Ashton, IL 61006 (Required)

Work Location: In person

We are a family operated food manufacturing company. Established in 1946, Crest has grown to include 650+ full time employees. Our state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities are nestled in the rural community of Ashton, Illinois.
Crest Foods Co., Inc. takes pride in our culture driven business. We practice Crest Culture every day by valuing our employees and our customers. Innovation, embracing our rural values and having some fun are just some of our culture values.

Company Description

We are a family operated food manufacturing company. Established in 1946, Crest has grown to include 650+ full time employees. Our state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities are nestled in the rural community of Ashton, Illinois. \r\nCrest Foods Co., Inc. takes pride in our culture driven business. We practice Crest Culture every day by valuing our employees and our customers. Innovation, embracing our rural values and having some fun are just some of our culture values.

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