About Ingredion:

Join Ingredion, where innovation impacts lives worldwide! Without even realizing it, you’ve experienced our work in your favorite chocolate, your pet’s food, the paper you write on, and your everyday snacks. As a global powerhouse across more than 60 industries, we harness the potential of natural ingredients to transform lives. Whether you’re just starting your career or bringing years of experience, there's a place for you here to make a real difference. Be part of our team that values a wide range of perspectives and is committed to shaping a better world with every product we create.

Principal Technician, Global Pharma and Nutraceuticals

Location: Bridgewater, NJ

Workplace type: On-Site @ Ingredion R&D Center, Bridgewater, New Jersey

Ingredion is looking for a dedicated and experienced Principal Technician to support our pharmaceutical laboratory team in conducting material characterization and pharmaceutical application work under our R & D program. In support of Ingredion Pharma Solutions strategic objectives and in alignment with our business operations under Pharmaceutical and Nutraceutical, this candidate will support all laboratory and pilot plant activities under Application/Product development, Product and Manufacturing support plus Customer support.

The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of laboratory procedures, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to work with precision and accuracy. This role will report to the Pharma and Nutraceutical Lead Formulation Scientist.

What you will do:

• Under supervision, learn and execute laboratory techniques in material and application analysis to support product application development, product transfers as well as manufacturing process initiatives.
• Learn and use pharmaceutical tableting equipment as well as corresponding tableting analytical techniques.
• Learn and use various analytical equipment like particle size analyzers, polarimeter, SEM (Scanning electron microscopy) and various wet and dry chemistry methods.
• Perform routine laboratory tests and analyses on pharmaceutical and nutraceutical raw materials and finished products.
• Record and document test results accurately and systematically for review and interpretation. Be able to write accurate report on findings.
• Operate, maintain, and calibrate laboratory equipment and instruments.
• Ensure compliance with safety protocols and cleanliness standards in the laboratory.
• Prepare materials for pharmaceutical application work and analysis.
• Receive and manage laboratory supplies and inventory.
• Adhere to all safety guidelines and procedures.
• Assist in the development and implementation of new laboratory procedures.

What you will bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in an applicable science field, with industry laboratory and/or pilot plant experience (4 to 7+years) for a Principal Technician level.
• Prefer Pharmaceutical and Nutraceutical laboratory or Food industry experience.
• General Laboratory experience is a must.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of laboratory health and safety procedures.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to handle large equipment is necessary.
• Working knowledge of software programs such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.

Why Join Ingredion?

Discover why Ingredion is the ideal place to advance your career with our exceptional rewards and benefits package designed to help you thrive. Create the future with us and enjoy:

• Total Rewards Package - Competitive salary and performance-based pay recognizing your contributions to our success
• Comprehensive Benefits & Wellness Support - Health, long-term savings, and resources for your physical, mental, and emotional well-being
• Career Growth - Learning, training, and development opportunities, including tuition reimbursement
• Employee Recognition Program - A culture of real-time appreciation, with personalized recognition rewards globally
• Employee Discount Program - Provides exclusive discounts on everyday products, services, and travel

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We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. Ingredion seeks to provide a work environment that is free from harassment and discrimination. We will not tolerate any form of discrimination based on race, color, religion, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, handicap or disability-mental or physical-marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability resulting from military service, or any other classification protected by law (“protected classifications”). We are committed to establishing and maintaining a work environment where everyone is treated with dignity and respect.

Ingredion provides accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If a job applicant requires an accommodation during the application process or through the selection process, we will work with the applicant to meet the job applicant's accommodation needs.

Relocation Available:
No

Pay Range:
$58,160.00-$77,546.67 Annual

This pay range is not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Final base salary will be determined based on several factors which may include but are not limited to responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data and applicable bargaining agreement (if any).

Incentive Compensation:

As a part of the total compensation package, this role may be eligible for the Ingredion Annual Incentive Plan or a role-specific commission/bonus.

Benefits:

Full-time roles are eligible for our comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental and vision coverage as well as a 401(k) plan with an competitive company match.

Ingredion is a leading global ingredients solutions company. We make sweeteners, starches, nutrition ingredients and biomaterials that are used by customers in everyday products from foods and beverages to paper and pharmaceuticals.

We turn grains, fruits, vegetables and other plant materials into ingredients that make crackers crunchy, candy sweet, yogurt creamy, lotions and creams silky, plastics biodegradable and tissues softer and stronger. Our innovative ingredient solutions help customers stay on trend with simple ingredients and gluten-free or high-fiber foods that appeal to today's consumers.

Grounded in our values of Care First, Be Preferred, Everyone Belongs, Innovate Boldly and Owner's Mindset, we employ approximately 12,000 employees around the world. Our customers operate in more than 120 countries and represent 60 diverse sectors, including food, beverage, paper and corrugating, brewing and other industries.