Food Technologist

Essential Functions

• New development, revisions and duplications of seasoning and flavor blends to meet sensory, functional, cost and regulatory requirements.
• Evaluate and choose raw materials for formulations.
• Perform sensory evaluations to guide formulation decisions.
• Ensure compliance with quality, labeling regulations and food safety.

Responsibilities/Skills/Abilities

• Utilizes independent judgment to develop seasoning and flavor systems for large food manufacturers based on customers’ specified requirements and project parameters.
• Knowledge of formulating for Organic, Non GMO Project, Vegan, Paleo, Keto, Grain Free and other specific requirement lists of Retail chains.
• Understanding of 21 CFR Part 101 Food Labeling.
• Understanding of GMP, Food Safety, and allergen management principles.
• Generate ingredient statements and nutritional of final formulation using Genesis software.
• Prepare and evaluate seasonings in customer’s final product application.
• Prepare seasoning samples and finished products for shipment to customers.
• Enter all appropriate data for all projects completed in Salesforce.
• Enter formulas and all formula attributes into Genesis.
• Export all preliminary specifications and prepare and send shipment communication through email for each project assigned.
• Perform analytical testing and taste panels when needed.
• Absorb and evaluate production retains when needed.
• Collaborate with suppliers for samples, pricing and documentation for raw materials.
• Evaluate alternate ingredients as secondary and tertiary supply to primary ingredients.
• Collaborate with various departments and customers during the creation process in person and using Microsoft Teams.
• Participating in brainstorming sessions for Innovation.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams).
• Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.

Work Experience Requirements

• 3-5 years of handson experience in product development, research and development (R&D).
• Proven track record of developing recipes, duplicating flavor profiles and improving formulations.

Education/Knowledge Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Culinary or related scientific discipline preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Work involves standing most of the workday greater than 50% of the time.
• Sitting for computer related work is required as needed.
• Typing and applying pressure with the fingers and palm required.
• The person in this position needs to move about inside the R&D lab and storage rooms to access ingredients, lab supplies and lab equipment.
• Constantly operates a laboratory scale, tabletop mixers, sieves, computer, calculator, and printer.
• Frequently lifts up to 5 lbs. and occasionally lifts 50 lb. bags.

Reports To

• R&D Project Manager

Supervisory Responsibilities

• None

Backup

• All Food Technologists as required

Physical Environment

• Fulltime Office hours are typically 8:30-5:00pm, Monday-Friday with occasional overtime.
• Travel—This position could occasionally require customer visits and travel to industry shows if needed.