R&D Tech Center Operator

Insight Global • New York, New York • 3h ago

Job Description

Insight Global is seeking an R&D Tech Center Operator for a leading food and beverage client. This individual will work in a pilot plant environment supporting the development and testing of new products prior to full-scale production. The role is heavily hands-on, involving operation of production equipment, execution of product trials, and troubleshooting of processes, while also requiring documentation and collaboration with engineers and scientists. This is a great opportunity for someone with a manufacturing background who wants to be involved in the innovation side of product development.

Day-to-Day:

Run and operate pilot plant equipment to produce small-scale batches of products

Set up, adjust, and clean manufacturing equipment during trials

Execute product trials and experiments to support R&D initiatives

Troubleshoot equipment and process issues during production runs

Collect, document, and communicate results from experiments

Maintain SOPs and ensure proper documentation of processes

Partner with engineers, scientists, and cross-functional teams

Track inventory of materials and support general plant operations

Assist with maintenance, calibration, and equipment upkeep

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.To learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/.

Skills and Requirements

Must-Haves:

1-2+ years of manufacturing / production experience

Ability to lift 40-50 lbs repeatedly

Basic Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel)

Hands-on experience or comfort working with production equipment

Mechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot equipment issues

Strong communication skills

Ability to work independently with minimal supervision Plusses:

Experience in beverage (ideal), food, cosmetics, or paper manufacturing environments

Prior exposure to pilot plant or R&D environments

Experience with SOP creation or documentation processes

Familiarity with QA, food safety, or regulated production environments

Basic understanding of PLCs or process automation systems

Experience working cross-functionally with engineering or R&D teams

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