Full job description
R&D Food Technologist:
- Relocation Assistance Will Be Provided.
Responsible for product formulation, product specification creation, prototype creation, formula mediation (initiating New Product Development protocol). This position requires strong project management skills and ability to coordinate multiple ongoing projects. This position supports customer & regulatory compliance through the product development realization to industrialization phases. The successful candidate must be able to advise and co-ordinate the necessary approvals (regulatory, customer and internal standards) during transition from concept to production. The position works closely with Quality and Purchasing Departments to maintain current ingredient, packaging and finished product specifications through vendor approval and finished products review. All tasks require proper documentation and record keeping consistent with the documentation control procedure outlined in the SQF system.
This position is not limited to above description as other responsibilities may include tasks, projects, or plans given by Management.
Seeking Good Laboratory Practices including Aseptic Sampling Techniques
Must Haves:
Food Science or Chemistry degree
Minimum 1 2 years of R&D experience in emulsions/beverages
Must be flexible and able to run our lab-scale UHT (MicroThermics) equipment and manage shipment of samples to customers
Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple projects, track status, and provide updates to the leadership team
Responsibilities:
Manage multiple ongoing projects
Developing batch sheets for new products
Develop nutritional panels for new product labels
Routinely updating batch sheets for each production week as needed
Maintaining ongoing new product label approvals for state
Creating finished product specifications
Conduct necessary analytical or qualitative testing/study to develop new product specifications.
Maintain New Product Development checklist for every new product on file
Co-ordinate shipping of customer samples
Maintain and stay current with vendor documentation (ingredients and packaging)
Preparation for new product trials and co-packed business.
Monitor trial ingredients for customers and product storage controls
Work closely with Sales Dept. and customers on development and commercialization of products
Coordinate and hold weekly R&D meetings
Assist QA/QC identifying lab testing equipment and calibrating for new products.
Sensory Evaluation of products during and at end of Shelf-Life
Assist QA/QC identifying microbiological testing as appropriate for raw materials, work in process, and finished products
Annual review of finished product specifications
Sensory Evaluation of products during and at end of Shelf-Life
Maintain and implement components of SQF System (Food Safety and Food Quality) as required
Work/Education/Experience Requirements:
Master of Science in Food Science, Microbiology, Chemistry or other related field (preferred)
Food Science degree or Chemistry degree
Preferred 2-3 years? Experience in R&D field
Knowledgeable of Good Laboratory Practices (GLP?s)
Strong understanding of microbiology (experience with microbiological testing preferred)
Sensory experience (dairy products preferred)
Troubleshoot formulation issues
Skills & Abilities:
Ability to multi-task and prioritize tasks based on immediate and long-term objectives
Strong communication skills, written and verbal
Strong ability to learn new tasks and concepts
Critical Thinking
Excellent organizational skills
Ability to compile reports and maintain trends
Strong computer skills working with Microsoft Office, Excel products, as well as, laboratory equipment software programs
Self-starter and able to effectively work without close supervision
Familiar with PMO and California State, and FDA (non-dairy) regulations
Training/Licensing/Certification Requirements:
Work Task Requirements (Safety Requirements):
Use of Personal Protective equipment (gloves, goggles) as necessary
Proper footwear required to prevent slipping, tripping and/or falling
Must use proper lifting techniques
Able to work in both warm and cold environments for limited periods of time
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $65,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Relocation assistance
Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
Work Location: In person