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Beverage Technical Development Training (TDT Program)

Diageo Plainfield entry contract

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Description

We are seeking a talented individual to join our Beverage Technical Development Program (TDT) as a 12-month contract position. As a member of the TDT program, you will gain hands-on experience with our work, people, values, and culture. You will lead liquid processing or fermentation/distillation optimization projects, complete laboratory batching and formulation trials, and operate sophisticated analytical chemistry equipment.

Responsibilities:

  • Lead liquid processing or fermentation/distillation optimization projects
  • Complete laboratory batching, formulation, and scale-up trials to support the liquid team during commercialization
  • Produce trial cooks, fermentations, and distillations, as well as batches and sales samples in the Commercialization Lab
  • Generate new liquid and raw material specifications, running and inputting data into SAP
  • Operate sophisticated analytical chemistry equipment

Key Qualifications:

  • Acquired or expecting to obtain a minimum Bachelor academic degree by July 2027, studying Food Science, Chemical Engineering, Ag/Bio Engineering, Biochemistry, or other relevant degree
  • Strong interpersonal/communication skills
  • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to gather and analyze data
  • Shown ability to work independently and drive projects to conclusion
  • Confidence, adaptability, and resiliency in challenging situations and a fast-paced environment
  • Must be of legal drinking age by start of employment

Rewards & Benefits: We recognize and value performance, offering our people a highly competitive Rewards and Benefits package.

Diversity Statement: We embrace diversity in the broadest possible sense and welcome individuals from all backgrounds.

Skills

Required

  • Food Science
  • Chemical Engineering
  • Ag/Bio Engineering
  • Biochemistry
  • analytical chemistry
  • SAP

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