Food Scientist

Compensation

90K - 120K/yr (Depending On Experience)

Key Qualifications

• Food science knowledge, including ingredient functionality, ingredient interactions, and sensory evaluation techniques
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, projects, and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication and collaboration skills across functions, leadership levels, and customer teams
• Strong organization, initiative, and follow-through with the ability to work independently
• Project management skills to advance product development initiatives from concept to completion

Core Responsibilities

• Develop and execute product development plans, timelines, experiments, and prototypes
• Lead bench-top development, sensory evaluation, plant trials, and initial production runs
• Drive product and process improvements, including reformulation, cost optimization, and commercialization support
• Partner with cross-functional teams, customers, suppliers, and consumer research partners to support product innovation
• Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with food safety, quality, sanitation, and company requirements

Experience & Capabilities

• Bachelor's or master's degree in food science with 5-7 years of food industry experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Technical knowledge of ingredient functionality, sensory evaluation, product formulation, and commercialization
• Strong project management, analytical thinking, communication, and business recommendation skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and the ability to manage work independently with sound judgment