Process Technician

OVERVIEW 

The Process Technician has the primary role to ensure the testing and development in the Pilot Plant is successful.  This individual must approach all tasks in a meticulous and careful manner with little margin of error while ensuring preparation and correct set-up of materials and equipment involved in the repetitions/variables for testing at Beyond Meat’s pilot plant. The Process Technician will become the expert in the R&D team in machine operation and maintenance requirements.  This role will collaborate with the R&D and engineering team members as well as the Operations team at Beyond Meat. 

• Prepare necessary components (i.e. raw materials) for a successful experiment  

• Assist Pilot Plant team and Engineers with preparing samples and batches for testing 

• Record ingredient lot codes for tracking purposes within batching applications 

• Measure, weigh, and batch specific test ingredients in a very precise and careful manner 

• Assemble, run, disassemble, and sanitize equipment used in testing of Beyond Meat products 

• Assist with shipping and receiving of incoming raw materials and outgoing finished products 

• Assist in maintaining adequate ingredient supply within warehouse/batching area  

• Assist with Process Engineers testing which may include operating equipment, taking data, pre-weighing, batching, etc. 

• Assist process engineers with communication and guidance of installation contractors in the installation of new/rented Beyond Meat equipment 

• Wash equipment, measuring devices, and other pilot/lab tools 

• Calibrate equipment and meters 

• Serve as backup to production floor if necessary 

• Work with Pilot Lab team on proactively improving process improvement program 

• Write-up standard operating procedures (SOPs), safety SOPs and Preventive Maintenance SOPs for new machinery acquired by Beyond Meat 
• Adhere to all facility policies concerning safety, security, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs)
• Performs other duties, as assigned, and follows through on requests in a timely manner

• Education, Technical Skills, and/or Previous Experience:  
• High School degree/GED mandatory with 1-2 years of proven work experience at product development lab, pilot plant, or commercial capacity plant.  Experience in a food and/or beverage manufacturing environment a plus 
• Demonstrate knowledge of mechanical assembly, machinery operation, and material preparation 
• Experience operating mixing equipment for liquids, powders, and thick paste-like materials 
• Experience batching complex formulations 
• Strong mathematical skills with excellent problem solving and equipment troubleshooting skills 
• Ability to multi-task with strong attention to detail 

• Flexibility to work any/all shifts to support a high growth work environment 
• Position requires the ability to stand or sit for prolonged periods, climb, kneel, bend, and occasionally lift up to 25-50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodations 
• Position located in a mix of typical laboratory, pilot lab and office environments, and requires a tolerance for high worker traffic, close quarters, noise, odors, dust, and varying room temperatures and lighting 
• Able to work in a cold environment for extended periods of time while maintaining food safety protocols 

Beyond Meat is an equal employment opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, age, sex, religion, ancestry, veteran status, marital status, gender identify, sexual orientation, national origin, liability for military service, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you are interested in learning the status of your application, please note you will be contacted directly by the appropriate human resources contact person if you are selected for further consideration. Beyond Meat reserves the right to defer or close a vacancy at any time.

For all U.S. based roles: Applicants must be authorized to work for a U.S. employer. This role is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship at this time.