Sr. Food Technologist

The Senior Food Technologist will provide Research & Development, lead projects and document all results as well as the research of programs to drive cost optimization through formulation and processing efficiencies, create new prototypes for product development initiatives, and identify/approve potential ingredient and manufacturing suppliers

This document in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying the position.

• Creates novel seasonings for various items with minimum oversight.
• Matches seasonings to various applications.
• Contacts vendors for novel ingredients and technology.
• Collaborates with internal and external teams, including sales, business development, quality assurance, operations, and customer service.
• Manages projects, ensuring timely communication and meeting deadlines.
• Provides formulas, ingredient statements, and usage instructions.
• Conducts sensory evaluations on products.
• Provides technical and operational support as needed.
• Training and developing R&D people.
• Works with QA on labeling and food safety.
• Collaborates with internal departments and external partners to create and implement business models.
• Interact with customers.
• Perform additional duties as given by the direct manager.

Any combination of education and experience providing the required skill and knowledge for successful job performance will be considered.  Typical qualifications would be:

• Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Food Technology, or related degree.
• 3+ years of related experience

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Understanding of methods and ingredients. Understanding regulatory standards and ingredient labeling is a plus.
• Computer proficiency, especially Microsoft Office and Outlook.
• Demonstrates strong time management skills, including planning, organizing, and prioritizing tasks.
• Demonstrates the ability to work well under pressure and achieve set goals.
• Demonstrates a strong sense of urgency and self-motivation to fulfill deadlines.

Equipment Operation:

• Centrifuge
• Titrator- salt, TA
• Brix
• Hunter Color
• Desiccator
• Moisture oven
• Blenders
• Colloid Mill
• Lightning Mixer
• Viscometer
• Brookfield Viscometer