Analytical Technologist

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Full Time | North Kingstown, RI, US

Salary: $18.00 Annually

Reports to:

Senior Scientist

Department: ARC (Analytical Research Center)

Position Type:
Full-Time

Location:

Quonset, RI

Exemption Status:
Non-Exempt

Travel Required:

0%

Date Created:
June 2026

Finlays Solutions is a leading partner to the B2B beverage manufacturing industry, recognized for its deep expertise, strong industry relationships, and commitment to innovation. The company plays a central role in supporting beverage brands, flavor houses, private label partners, and manufacturers through high‑quality products, technical capabilities, and collaborative problem‑solving. With a strong presence in the ready‑to‑drink beverage market, Finlays Solutions focuses on identifying emerging opportunities, expanding into new market spaces, and delivering solutions that meet evolving customer and consumer needs.

Finlays Solutions operates with a strong commitment to its mission, values, ethics, and long‑term goals, ensuring that every initiative reflects the company’s dedication to integrity, partnership, and sustainable success.

Finlays USA is looking for an Analytical Technologist based at Finlays global Analytical and Research Center located in North Kingstown, RI. Finlays offers a multicultural working environment and enjoyable work culture. We are looking for an individual that performs all duties in accordance with Finlays mission, business philosophy, ethics, and goals.

• Perform essential laboratory analytical testing and assist with basic research, including LC/MS, HPLC, GC/MS, and physical analysis (training provided).
• Follow written SOPs and SDSs to ensure data integrity and staff safety; promptly communicate any deviations to Sr. Scientist.
• Maintain a clean, organized work environment and perform routine calibration for laboratory equipment.
• Maintain digital sample queue, ensure proper sample storage, and transfer samples to retain storage once completed.
• Keep adequate record keeping through personal lab notebook and provide Sr. Scientist with copies of analog data as needed.
• Notify Sr. Scientist of low‑stock lab consumable items promptly to prevent interruptions in analysis capabilities.
• Assist with basic research regarding tea, coffee, and botanical products.
• Provide feedback to Sr. Scientist for continuous improvement of safety, data quality, throughput, and operator efficiency.
• Assist maintaining stock of consumable items.

• Understanding of basic food science/chemistry.
• Good understanding of various testing and calibration protocols.
• Good critical thinking skills.
• Preferred to have food laboratory experience (especially research and development).
• Preferred to have knowledge of analytical techniques such as titration, chromatography, distillation, spectroscopy, etc.
• BS in Food Science, Chemistry or related field preferred.
• 0–2 years of food industry experience (Entry level).

• Ability to work beyond regularly scheduled hours during peak periods or critical operations.
• Must possess adequate vision, hearing, and verbal communication skills to meet essential job performance and safety standards.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods and regularly perform physical tasks such as pushing, pulling, lifting, climbing, bending, stooping, squatting, and using hands for detailed tasks.
• Physically capable of performing tasks such as lifting, climbing, and using hand and power tools, including pallet jacks, scales, ladders, and standard material handling and cleaning equipment.
• Capable of safely lifting up to 50 pounds frequently throughout the day; ability to handle heavier items with proper lifting equipment or team‑assisted techniques to ensure safety.
• Laboratory and office environment.
• Handling of some hazardous chemicals.

Employees must be able to work in a dynamic manufacturing environment that may include exposure to odors, dust, moderate noise levels, and…