Beverage Scientist

Job Overview

About the Role

The Beverage Scientist develops and optimizes formulas and processes for beverage products under the National Beverage portfolio. This role owns and supports product development stages from concept to commercial introduction, as well as formula optimizations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct experiments and produce samples with high accuracy, as well as design the processes for making products with a consistent flavor, color, and texture.
• Develop and optimize existing formulas and processes.
• Conducts sensory evaluations and generates a report.
• Collaborates with Marketing and Regulatory for alignment on product development.
• Conducts line trials within the manufacturing facility to ensure accuracy of process and quality, and successful scale-up.
• Commercialize formulas, collaborate with Quality, Regulatory, Procurement, and Manufacturing, ensuring approved profile, specs, and timelines are met.
• Knowledge of quality control testing methods and Good Manufacturing Practices to drive development and improvement projects to integrate formulas into manufacturing successfully.
• Able to collect, analyze, and summarize process quality information and trends.
• Computer literacy required with proficiency in Microsoft Office products, including Excel and Word.
• Face situations that have a variety of interpretations and require careful evaluation.
• Review formulas and technical documents.
• Works across functions and communicates with all functional and operating groups on labeling and compliance matters.
• Ability to travel to any location where the Company operates as business needs dictate.
• Communicates cross-functionally and stays abreast of current and emerging issues and opportunities, and related impact on products and product technology.
• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities, reading professional publications, maintaining personal networks, and participating in professional organizations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in food science.
• A science background with relevant experience will be considered.
• Minimum of 5 years' R&D experience, including commercialization and in-plant experience, preferably in the carbonated beverage industry.
• Good mathematical and scientific calculation skills, and be able to document the steps.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills using systematic methods.
• High attention to detail and accuracy in all aspects of the role.
• Knowledge of FDA regulations.
• Genesis and Tracegains / FoodLogiQ experience desired.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Willing to work a flexible schedule that may include different hours to accommodate trial runs.
• Highly independent with little direction needed.
• IFT Certified Food Scientist is preferred.

Qualifications

• LaCroix Sparkling Water.

Benefits

• Equal Employment Opportunity Statement