Career Opportunities: Pilot Plant Technician (91081)Requisition ID91081-Posted -Research, Development and Quality-Research Development-Italy-ParmaBarilla is looking for a Pilot Plant Technician, within our Pilot Plant in Parma.
The position will report to the Program Manager.Job PurposeSupports the Product Development Manager, in executing pilot plant trials and industrial trials, proposing product/process improvement and solutions.Execute tests and productions in pilot areas, in the defined time and manner, proposing any necessary improvements.Supports product development projects and successive pilot plant productions, participating in the entire process from raw material storage to product development or production of finished product for sale.Key AccountabilitiesCollaborates with the Product Development Manager in drafting the experimental plan and defining the execution plan, proposing solutionsand formulations to optimize results.Identifies tools and equipment suitable for the execution of the experimental trial, then takes care of their maintenance and cleaning.Ensures the sourcing of specific raw materials for the test.Manages the preparation of samples for product and shelf-life testing.Plans and executes small experimental creation plans for new product ideas or improvement of certain products features.Supports the technologist during industrial trials, both at the Barilla plants and at the co-packers, and, when necessary, execute the trials independently.Proposes solutions and provides insights for product/process improvement, based on the trials conducted in the pilot plant.Supports the Product Development Manager, participating in the definition of process and product STDs.Compiles test forms and archives data and samples.At the end of each trial, is responsible for drafting and archiving the project report, in collaboration with the Product Development Manager.Performs desk research aimed at innovation and experimentation for new product ideas.Shares knowledge within the pool and supports training resources within his/her areas of expertise .
Execute the productions following the process standards.Performs defined controls during production and records their outcomes.Manages, records and archives traceability data, according to the chosen system, for: raw materials, semi-finished products, packs, finished product.Verifies the presence and accuracy of legal information (lot, expiration date, minimum information) on the finished product.Manages the project's dedicated warehouse for raw materials, packaging, and finished product by unloading the uses or packs sold.Reports promptly any shortages or anomalies.RequirementsPassion for food and cooking, passion for research and innovationDiploma ITS Fod Tech or Food DevelopmentPilot plant experience of at least 1-2 years, or Food Manufacturing plant experience .Teamwork attitude, focus on results and agile mindset #J-18808-Ljbffr