Food Technologist

About the role

This role drives the creation of next-generation deli meats and sous vide products, blending hands-on formulation, ingredient innovation, and precision processing to bring bold concepts to life. You’ll assist product trials from benchtop to full-scale production, using sensory insights and quality analytics to refine texture, flavor, and performance. Working cross-functionally with marketing and sales, you’ll help craft compelling customer experiences through innovative recipes and product showcases, while ensuring seamless sample fulfillment and execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Support formulation of new and existing products
• Prepare bench samples and document formula iterations
• Conduct ingredient functionality testing and comparative trials
• Aid in execution of pilot and full-scale production trials
• Quality and Sensory Tracking of R&D Products
• Conduct sensory analysis for products during developmental stages of projects
• Utilize a variety of quality techniques to build a robust product knowledge base
• Texture analysis, pH, etc.
• Aid in facilitating knowledge transfer from R&D to QA
• Collaboration with Marketing Department on New innovation and Customer Experience
• Assist with technical support, prototype development, and product displays needed for trade shows, and other marketing activities
• Develop and execute innovative recipes for customer experience sessions
• Customer Sales Sample Fulfillment
• Ship requested sales samples in a timely manner
• Keep records of products and shipping information
• Maintain supply of shipping materials on hand at Food Discovery Center

Education & Experience

• Bachelor of Science degree in Food Science/Meat Science/Culinology, or related area
• Hands-on product development or lab experience including Internship/Co-op
• Exposure to sensory evaluation and basic quality testing
• Culinary experience (professional kitchen, butchery, or strong personal passion) preferred

Skills

• Knowledge of meat systems, thermal processing, or sous vide is a plus
• Familiarity with HACCP, GMPs, and food safety standards
• Creativity in developing applications, recipes, and product concepts
• Strong attention to detail in executing formulations and trials
• Hands-on, proactive, and comfortable in fast-paced environments

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift 25 lbs. frequently and occasionally lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to stand for extended periods during product trials and production runs

What You’ll Love (Benefits & Perks)

Explore Our Benefits
Comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, etc.) that begin on day one of hire.
Voluntary benefits including additional life, disability, short term disability, etc.
401k & company provided match
Unlimited PTO
Tuition Reimbursement
Company led Leadership & Development Programs
10 Company Paid Holidays
Bonus Incentive Programs (Note, bonuses are subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance.)