Position Summary:
The primary responsibility of this position is the independent, safe operation of equipment in the food process labs and facilitation of scientist pilot work. This person must have a strong understanding of Food GMP and good organizational and communication skills. This position will help with process troubleshooting and developing corrective action plans as needed. This position will be located in the Hoffman Estates, IL Innovation Center. Opportunity to grown into larger role in the organization.
Responsibilities:
Responsible for the independent, safe operation of process and lab equipment
Installation oversight
Pre-startup inspections
Job safety analyses
Preventative maintenance
Facilitate scientist trial work
Support the Applications and Tech Service group by running and maintaining process equipment
Maintain the schedule of activities in the wet process, dry process and confectionery labs in alignment with team priorities




Participate as a member of the food safety committee to assure compliance in the food labs and ensure that our products are fit for human consumption. Maintain appropriate food safety documentation for all food grade pilot runs.
Maintain up-to-date equipment list and assist in identification of new equipment
Coordinate outside service of equipment as needed
Properly clean and sanitize processing equipment between runs and end of day, and maintain records demonstrating sanitization effectiveness
Clean and sanitize process lab areas
Maintain basic food ingredient inventory
Fully participate in the safety programme, including reporting any incidents or near misses and auditing.

Qualifications:
Minimum of 2 years of college in Engineering and previous food industrial experience in a pilot plant
OR
5+ years’ experience in food processing
In-depth knowledge of food processing equipment
Good organizational and time management skills
Good verbal and written communication skills
Positive attitude capable of working as a team
Creative

📌 Pilot Plant Coordinator (Ciudad de México)
🏢 Tate & Lyle
📍 Ciudad de México