TapTalent.ai

R&D Technician

TEXAS CITY, TXPosted 21 days ago

Job summary

  • Job post source

    This job is directly from TapTalent.ai

  • Job overview

    The R&D Technician role at TapTalent.ai supports the food and beverage innovation team by contributing to the development of whole grain and extrusion-based products through hands-on lab and pilot-scale work.

  • Responsibilities and impact

    The technician operates milling and extrusion equipment, supports formulation and packaging, performs ingredient characterization, manages lab operations, coordinates testing and sample submissions, ensures compliance with safety and regulatory standards, supports data processing, and may travel up to 25% for pilot plant activities.

  • Experience and skills

    Candidates should have an associate degree in Science or Engineering, at least 3 years of experience in food processing or R&D labs, strong communication and organizational skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and knowledge of GMP and lab safety protocols; extrusion equipment experience is a plus.

  • Job location and travel

    The job is located at 7701 Legacy Dr., Plano, TX 75024, with a Monday to Friday schedule from 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM Central Time.

  • Unique job features

    This role offers the opportunity to work on innovative whole grain and extrusion-based snack products with hands-on lab and pilot plant involvement in a dynamic R&D environment.

Company overview

TapTalent.ai is an AI-powered talent ecosystem that streamlines the recruitment process through automated multi-channel outreach and talent discovery. The company, backed by Iterative Capital and Salesforce Startup Programme, offers tools for effortless talent outreach, including auto-enrichment of contact details and integration with company databases. Founded by Dhruv Bhagat and Shubham Kumar, TapTalent.ai operates out of Singapore and employs 100-200 people. It is a product of Consultagora Solutions Pvt. Ltd. and focuses on enhancing hiring efficiency for modern recruiters.

How to land this job

  • Tailor your resume to highlight hands-on experience with food processing equipment such as hammer milling and extrusion, emphasizing your ability to support product development from concept to pilot scale.

  • Showcase your proficiency in lab operations management, including inventory control, equipment maintenance, and compliance with GMP and safety standards, as these are key responsibilities for the role.

  • Apply through multiple channels including TapTalent.ai's corporate career page, LinkedIn, and relevant job boards to maximize your application visibility.

  • Connect on LinkedIn with current R&D team members or product developers at TapTalent.ai; break the ice by mentioning your shared passion for food innovation or asking about their latest product development challenges.

  • Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'extrusion equipment,' 'GMP compliance,' 'pilot-scale testing,' and 'ingredient characterization' to ensure your resume passes initial screening.

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