This position requires a self-driven, well organized, experienced Food Scientist who can exercise decision making skills and time management. This position supports the company’s production facility with the responsibilities that are included below.
What you’ll do:
Work with cross functional teams in the development of new high complexity product formulations and/or reformulations of existing products, including commercialization
Manage a portfolio of assigned high-level product development projects through the various stages of the product development life cycle
Duplicate competitive seasonings for flavor, texture, color, nutritional content, and adherence to FDA and USDA standards and regulations
Facilitate product development by working with suppliers as well as marketing, quality and production
Utilizes knowledge of current regulations, product formulation, supplier specifications, customer requirements and Company standards to develop and update finished product ingredient statements and nutritional documents as defined by FDA and USDA, in addition to product specifications and processing procedures
Independently initiates, investigates, and implements significant new process improvements, and cost savings projects
Working with sourcing, assess raw material substitutions for usage and formulation consistency
Coordinate with the Quality Department to comply with HACCP and all Food Safety Programs
Support operations through project handoff and during production with formulation issues
Stay up-to-date on new regulations and current events regarding food science by reviewing FDA and USDA regulations
Provide guidance to other Food Scientist(s)
Comply with GMP, personal hygiene, HACCP and other quality and employee safety programs
Other duties as assigned
What we’re looking for:
Bachelor’s in Food Science/ Biology/ Chemistry or related field with relevant 5+ years’ work experience in seasonings, spices, sauces, processed foods, sausage or meat snacks industry preferred
Knowledge of product specifications, nutrition and labeling for finished products and ingredients
Demonstrated experience in high-level product development and formulation from concept to completion
Proven ability to apply food science and food engineering principles to solve problems
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Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
Industries
Internet Publishing
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