Food Scientist I

Job description

Job Purpose Support product development projects from concept through commercialization, with limited supervision. As part of a team, assist with developing and testing formulas and processes for new products, quality improvements, and cost reductions. Essential Functions: - Plan and execute experiments using established laboratory/pilot plant/operations methods, ensuring all experiments meet FDA food manufacturing guidelines; keep accurate and detailed records on lab work and data analysis - Interpret experiment results and translate them into possible solutions - Execute pilot lab runs, consumer tests, plant trials, and validation trials - Lead small and medium projects, demonstrating good teamwork, effectively managing time, and delivering projects on time and in full - Maintain ingredient inventory and lot code tracking - Work with internal resources to quickly communicate needed information for recalls - Safely operate, clean, and maintain labware and equipment used for testing, adhering to sanitation requirements in the handling and preparation of food products - Write product, ingredient, and process specifications - Develop strong cross-functional relationships within the R...