Product Development Technician - Temp Assignment Six Months
Company: Uncle Crumbles
Location: East Hartford
Posted on: February 19, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Brand Overview At Garden of
Light Inc DBA Uncle Crumbles, we strive to amaze and inspire, one
bite at a time! Garden of Light started in a small bakery of a
natural foods market on Main Street in Glastonbury, Connecticut.
Founder Michael Smulders listened to his Celiac customers complain
about the taste of many of the gluten free options available to
them. He thought that no one should have to suffer because of a
food allergy or other special dietary needs and made it his mission
to create products that would make our customers happy. Continuing
to carry on his legacy, we are a rapidly growing natural and
organic food company with a recognized brand, offering consumers
great-tasting products in large packaged food categories. Every
day, success-minded customers who value their time, great flavor
and health can enjoy a wide variety of our products through
numerous channels. Our Core Values We Win As One - We work as one
happy diverse team, respect one another, hold a high-level of
integrity, and have a strict no jerks policy. Better Than The Best
- We are innovative, creative, extremely flexible, and accountable
to everyone. Quality Matters - We are consistently consistent,
provide natural, healthy-minded, and clean ingredients. Forward
Thinking - We are constantly seeking new horizons, making an impact
on communities, and sustainable solutions to shape a brighter
future. Be The "BOMb" - We love to have fun, bring a positive,
tenacious energy and are inspired to succeed! Position Summary &
Key Areas of Ownership Responsible for supporting the product
development team for Uncle Crumbles, under the direction of the
Product Development Associate. Core Responsibilities Communicate
effectively, both written and verbally, with the product
development team to reproduce samples and prototypes. Assist in
receipt, production, packaging and shipping sample orders and
requests. Maintain/organize development retains and recipe
documentation. Understand allergen control. Maintain an organized
and clean lab area. Assist and participate in sensory evaluations.
Culinary abilities including, but not limited to, baking, stove top
prep, and formula balancing. Ensure that Uncle Crumbles GMP and
HACCP plan are followed. Other duties as assigned. Skills and
Requirements High School Diploma, Culinary or Food Service
experience preferred. Reports to Director of Product Development
Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Excellent
interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. Excellent
time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to prioritize
tasks and to delegate them when appropriate. Ability to act with
integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality. Proficient with
Microsoft Office Suite or related software. Nutritional database a
plus. Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn the
organizations software. Job Posted by ApplicantPro
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