Research Technician - Guymon, OK

YOUR OPPORTUNITY

Our Guymon, Oklahoma, processing facility has an exciting Research Technician opportunity. In this position, the technician is responsible for consistently and accurately capturing research test data for corporate, animal operations, and processing projects. The data is used to make system and product specification changes and implement new technology in a harvest facility. This position will perform audits following all food and workplace safety protocols and guidelines.

ABOUT US

At Seaboard Foods, we create the most sought-after pork. A top U.S. pork producer/processor and leading exporter to 30+ countries, we are committed to bringing excellence to the table, seeking a better way to produce wholesome pork and connect every step between our farms and family tables. More than 5,400 employees in five states work on our farms, feed mills, and processing plant to produce Prairie Fresh pork, ensuring the well-being of our animals, the environment, our employees, and the communities we call home. We are a Fortune 500 employer, recently nominated by the Business Journal as one of the "Best Places to Work," representing our dynamic culture, where our employees can contribute and understand why they matter.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs scheduled product audits
• Assists with product conversion tests, new and modified, which set standards in all areas of production
• Monitors the handling and harvest of research pigs using a standardized process to test and track through the harvest and fabrication process
• Ability to work within a team and collaborate with operations on all research-related activities and tasks
• Use of basic knife skills for boning and trimming test products
• Perform online/offline quality audits for consistency, color, marbling, and firmness

CORE COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESS IN ALL ROLES: instills trust, communicates effectively, action-oriented, ensures accountability, and drives results.

Situational Adaptability

Adapting approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

• Associate degree in engineering or science-related field or two years experience in a protein processing facility
• Experience in manufacturing and food service industry.
• Intermediate in Microsoft Office; Word and Excel.
• Proficient in English, writing, reading, and speaking.

Preferred:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field.
• Production knife skills, including wizard knife.
• Good critical thinking and judgment skills to reach the best possible solution to a problem.

SCHEDULE Primarily A or as needed by the department.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to move around the facility.
• The employee must regularly lift and move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and move up to 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• This position will primarily work on the production floor, requiring proper personal protective equipment, including hearing and eye protection.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee will work near moving mechanical parts in hot, cold, wet, and damp conditions and will be exposed to fumes, airborne particles, and vibration.
• The hours and days of work are established by departmental needs and at the discretion of management. After-hours, weekends, and overnight travel as requested.

WHY SEABOARD FOODS?

• Medical, vision & dental benefits upon hire
• 401K with company match
• Paid Time Off & Company Holidays
• Wellness Program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee pork purchase program

For a complete list of our benefits please visit our career site:

https://www.seaboardfoods.com/careers/why-sbf/

Seaboard Foods is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender identity, protected veterans' status, status as a disabled individual, or any other status protected by law.