> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/4481987-analytical-services-associate](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/4481987-analytical-services-associate). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Analytical Services Associate - **Company:** Bimbo Bakeries USA - **Location:** Greenwich, CT, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $57,400 - $74,600 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Spreadsheets, Text Processing - **Published:** October 20, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=8a9b929d975fe927 ## About the Role * Demonstrated ability to achieve specific objectives and outcomes, take ownership of key initiatives, and independently drive work forward with urgency and accountability. * Ability to remain agile while supporting established project objectives, checkpoints, and timelines, adjusting approach quickly as customer needs, business priorities, and growth opportunities evolve. * Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust, influence across levels, and navigate complex customer and internal relationships., * 2 - 5 years experience in the food/chemical industry. * Bachelor's degree, science related field preferred. * A combination of education, training and experience that results in demonstrated competency to perform the work may be substituted. * 2 years analytical/microbiology experience. * Strong communication skills. * Strong computer skills. * Well organized and detail oriented. * Approximately 10% travel required. ## Description The Analytical Services Associate performs day to day activities of the BBU analytical services laboratory. This includes coordinating internal lab testing of ingredients, finished products, shelf life studies, writing/revising ingredient specifications and laboratory/department SOPs and the maintenance of all lab equipment. This position reports to the Senior Manager Analytical Services. Key Job Responsibilities: * Performs laboratory experiments utilizing standard techniques and equipment. * Processes, organizes and summarizes data, reporting experiment results using a variety of scientific, word processing, spreadsheet or statistical software applications or program platforms. * Assists in the design of laboratory experiments, techniques and protocols. * Performs related laboratory maintenance such as maintaining and cleaning equipment and ordering supplies. * Interacts with other BBU departments and suppliers as required. * Author's and revises raw material specifications and laboratory/department SOPs. * Coordinates outside testing of raw ingredients and finished products. * Respond to consumer inquires with respect to ingredient questions. * Gathers necessary documentation (vendor spec, allergen, nutritional analysis, etc.) from suppliers as part of the supplier approval process. * May instruct other staff and students in basic laboratory techniques. * Schedules and interacts in vendor meetings. * Processes orders or invoices for payment.