Food Scientist - Seasonings Apply
Food Scientist Ingredients/Seasonings
North Chicago, IL
Our client is a growing ingredient, seasoning and sauce manufacturer with a plant in North Chicago and another plant in the UK. Based on recent growth, they are building a technical R&D team and need to hire a Food Scientist with ingredient applications experience.
Responsibilities
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North Chicago, IL
Our client is a growing ingredient, seasoning and sauce manufacturer with a plant in North Chicago and another plant in the UK. Based on recent growth, they are building a technical R&D team and need to hire a Food Scientist with ingredient applications experience.
Responsibilities
- Candidate must have R&D knowledge and experience working with seasonings, spices and specialty savory ingredients.
- Candidate should have experience formulating and ingredient applications from concept through product inception.
- Will be the primary lead for development of projects, executing pilot runs and first batch production audits.
- Position requires self-discipline, intuitiveness, and the innate ability to want to dive deep into projects and solutions.
- Clear, precise communication with multiple levels of people internally and externally daily.
- Keeping apprised of industry trends, including but not limited to flavors, ingredients, consumers
- Research and recommendations regarding raw materials, processes, equipment, formulations, etc.
- Responsible for managing the lab, raw materials in the lab, sanitation, and cleanliness of the lab.
- Will be responsible for training of new hires pertaining to the department, lab equipment, company, and lab procedures.
- The optimal candidate will be the primary lead to the Director of Research & Development/Culinary.
- Candidate must have knowledge and experience in formulating from concept through product inception.
- Primary lead for development of projects, executing pilot runs and first batch production audits.
- Must have technical BS degree in Food Science, Chemistry, Biology or similar science
- Must have at least 3+ years of hands-on, R&D applications experience
- Prefer candidate that have specialty ingredients, seasonings, savoy or similar type ingredient experience
- Must have knowledge of bringing projects from conception to commercialization
- Prefer candidates that have prior experience with consumer trends, translating customer needs/wants into viable solutions/products.
- Must be able to generate ideas and contribute in a creative manner.
- Must have passion to own projects with the ability to adapt quickly, if needed, and problem solve.
- Knowledge of quality standards, food safety and good lab (manufacturing) practices.
- Must possess the following skill sets: Well organized, detail oriented, able to multi-task and prioritize multiple projects/tasks, work well independently and in a team environment, follow policies and procedures and support organizations goals and values.
- Demonstrate a positive and professional demeanor in the workplace with colleagues and customers.
- Ability to problem-solve, pick things up quickly and having great energy are key elements to be a successful team member
- Bring passion and desire to learn into the workplace every day.
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