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Ingredion

Global provider of starches, sweeteners, ingredients

Junior Physicochemical Analyst

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Full-timeSabanagrande, Atlantico, Colombia

About the Job

Requirements

  • A professional degree in Industrial Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
  • At least 2 years of experience performing physicochemical analyses such as pH, moisture, particle size, ash, protein, and fat.
  • Experience preparing solutions and reagents in accordance with Good Laboratory Practices.
  • Knowledge of and ability to operate physicochemical laboratory equipment.
  • Experience using SAP and Microsoft Office tools, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
  • Strong planning and organizational skills.
  • Effective communication and the ability to build positive relationships with different areas of the organization.
  • Ability to work in a team and demonstrate initiative and self-direction.
  • Commitment to quality, food safety, safety, and sustainability.
  • Attention to detail, continuous improvement, and problem-solving orientation.

Responsibilities

  • Perform physicochemical analyses of raw materials, in-process products, and finished products according to company methods.
  • Record results and release materials and finished products in the ERP system within established timelines.
  • Manage and maintain laboratory documentation, including certificates of analysis and external laboratory reports.
  • Coordinate interlaboratory exercises between plants and ensure the reliability of analytical results.
  • Monitor laboratory equipment status and promptly report deviations or failures.
  • Manage inventories, supplies, and requisitions needed for laboratory operations.
  • Support quality and food-safety programs, including Good Manufacturing Practices, Good Laboratory Practices, Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points, Total Productive Maintenance, and internal and external audits.

Desired Qualifications

  • Certification or training in Good Manufacturing Practices, Good Laboratory Practices, or ISO management-system audits.

About the Company

Ingredion

Global provider of starches, sweeteners, ingredients

Ingredion provides global ingredient solutions by selling starches, sweeteners, and other ingredients to food, beverage, animal nutrition, and industrial manufacturers. Its portfolio includes corn-based starches, glucose and high-fructose corn syrups, dextrose, and specialty ingredients like plant-based proteins and hydrocolloids that add texture, sweetness, and stability to products. The company differentiates itself with a broad global footprint, diverse product lines, and ongoing R&D aligned with trends such as clean-label, non-GMO, and plant-based products, while pricing is influenced by raw material costs like corn. Its goal is to support a wide range of customers with reliable ingredient solutions through a scalable supply chain and continuous product development."} # final_result

Company size
5,001-10,000
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Westchester, IL
Founded
1906

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