Associate Food Scientist \/ Lab Scientist<\/p>\n
Role<\/p>\n
This position assists the Food Scientists. Includes but not limited to working cross-functionally with sales, suppliers, quality, regulatory and sourcing, in the execution of innovation and customer projects. Create Product Specifications, conduct shelf-life evaluations and supporting existing business.<\/p>\n
Essential duties and responsibilities<\/p>\n
Assist with R&D activities including, development of new products, assess new ingredient solutions, and equipment operation (SOPs).
\nAbility to execute project assigned, independently, after initial project brief review with Food Scientist.
\nDesign and conduct bench top experiments and scale-up to pilot plant.
\nDevelop product concept cards and application bulletins.
\nProvide data analysis, conclusions, recommendations, and technical updates to project teams.
\nDemonstrate and stay current on project management systems and good manufacturing practices (GMPs).
\nPromote and demonstrate good behaviors to identify and minimize impact of health and safety hazards.
\nTakes initiative toward continuous improvement of laboratory methods, processes and protocols.
\nKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities<\/p>\n
Detail-oriented, organization and time management skills.<\/p>\n
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team.<\/p>\n
Pro-active, collaborative work style with enthusiasm to deliver results, passion for learning and excellence.<\/p>\n
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment and adaptable to change.<\/p>\n
Education and Experience<\/p>\n
Bachelor of Science in Food Science, Chemistry, Nutrition, Culinary Science, or related science field.<\/p>\n
Exposure to the R&D environment in the food industry as Project lead or execution.<\/p>\n
Experience with use of basic analytical lab and bench top equipment for product making.<\/p>\n
MS Office, Excel proficiency.<\/p>\n
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Physical and Work Environment
\nWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; sit; use hands, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and\/or move up to 50 pounds.
\nWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, outside weather conditions, and energized equipment. The noise level in the work environment varies depending on tasks.<\/p>\n
Position type \/ Expected hours of work
\nThis is a Full Time position 40 hour per week, and it may require working additional hours depending on business need requirements.<\/p>\n
Benefits
\nMedical\/ Dental\/Vision Plans
\n401 (k) Plan with matching company contribution
\nPaid Vacations (Full Time) & Holidays.
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