Seasonal R&D Lab Technician

• Learn and perform fruit sampling, grading, and maturity and quality assessments according to established procedures.

• Prepare, label, organize, and evaluate fruit samples for R&D trials.

• Perform analytical testing using laboratory equipment, including refractometers, pH meters, balances, and texture analyzers.

• Accurately collect, record, and enter experimental data and communicate results and observations to R&D staff.

• Follow study protocols and standard operating procedures (SOPs) to ensure accurate and consistent testing and data collection.

• Assist with the setup and execution of R&D trials and sensory evaluations.

• Maintain laboratory equipment, supplies, samples, and work areas in a clean and organized condition.

• Apply basic safety knowledge and follow safety procedures when working in commercial fruit packinghouse environments, including awareness of equipment, traffic flow, and food safety practices.

• Perform other duties as assigned to support R&D activities.