Food R&D Research Technician
Listed on 2026-10-09
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Research/Development
Research Scientist
About Us
On-Board Services, Incorporated is an on-site contract service provider for a local manufacturing entity providing full-time positions to our employees. We offer benefits as well as 401k.
On-Board Services, Incorporated is an on-site contract service provider for a local manufacturing entity providing full-time positions to our employees. We offer benefits including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).
On-Board was founded in 1976 by Robert L. Wilson to provide Engineering and Design services to the chemical manufacturing industry. Today, On-Board is a thriving privately held family of companies with services including:
Consulting, Professional Engineering, Industrial Maintenance and Facility Management, Contracted Manufacturing and Production Services, as well as Temporary Staffing and Recruiting throughout North America.
The On-Board Family of Companies conducts operations through its Corporate Headquarters located in East Windsor, NJ along with Regional Offices in New Castle, DE and Wake Forest, NC. On-Board’s Mission is to provide “Flexible Service by applying the talents of our people, work processes and technology to meet our clients’ expectations in a Safe, Responsible and Dependable manner.”
On-Board Companies provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.
Position DetailsTitle: Food R&D Research Technician
Position Type: 3-month contract with additional opportunity contingent upon performance and continued business need
Job Location: Buffalo, NY
Shift: 1st shift
Benefits:
- 401K
- Dental insurance
- Life Insurance
- Medical Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- PTO
Compensation: $20-$24/HR
About the RoleWe are seeking an entry-level Research Technician to provide hands-on laboratory and test kitchen support for an R&D team focused on dessert food product and process development. This role is primarily focused on prototype and sample creation rather than finished-product analytical testing. The ideal candidate will have a culinary background, hands-on food preparation experience, or Food R&D laboratory experience and will be comfortable working in a fast-paced, hands-on test kitchen environment.
The Research Technician will work closely with Product Development Scientists to prepare and evaluate prototypes, conduct basic experiments, document results, and support product development projects.
- Perform routine and non-routine R&D tasks with limited supervision, following established procedures and direction from Product Development Scientists.
- Prepare prototypes and samples of dessert food products, including cakes, cheesecakes, cookies, donuts, and ice cream
. - Support new product development, product improvements, and process development initiatives.
- Follow approved methods and procedures to ensure accurate and reliable results.
- Accurately document laboratory work, experiments, observations, and results in lab notebooks or designated computerized systems.
- Prepare samples and assist with setup for product cuttings and evaluation sessions.
- Manage daily priorities and adjust to changing project needs while escalating issues when appropriate.
- Prepare, use, clean, and properly store laboratory equipment and supplies.
- Follow established procedures when operating laboratory and food preparation equipment.
- Maintain a clean, sanitary, safe, and organized work environment in accordance with food safety, quality, and safety standards.
- Work collaboratively with R&D, Engineering, Marketing, Sales, QA, and Operations as needed to support project milestones.
- Support basic laboratory and pilot plant experiments related to dessert food…
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