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Food Science Technicians

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Perform standardized qualitative and quantitative tests to determine physical or chemical properties of food or beverage products.

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Typical education needed for entry: Associate's degree

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Conduct standardized tests on food, beverages, additives, or preservatives to ensure compliance with standards and regulations regarding factors such as color, texture, or nutrients.
Provide assistance to food scientists or technologists in research and development, production technology, or quality control.
Examine chemical or biological samples to identify cell structures or to locate bacteria or extraneous material, using a microscope.
Compute moisture or salt content, percentages of ingredients, formulas, or other product factors, using mathematical and chemical procedures.
Record or compile test results or prepare graphs, charts, or reports.
Clean and sterilize laboratory equipment.
Analyze test results to classify products or compare results with standard tables.
Mix, blend, or cultivate ingredients to make reagents or to manufacture food or beverage products.
Measure, test, or weigh bottles, cans, or other containers to ensure that hardness, strength, or dimensions meet specifications.
Taste or smell foods or beverages to ensure that flavors meet specifications or to select samples with specific characteristics.

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