Senior R&D Developer- Powder Blending

Responsibilities

• Develop new beverage recipes and powder blending processes for innovation (ItM) and customer-driven (BtO/B2C) projects.
• Partner with Product Managers and Technical Project Managers as co-project owner to bring concepts to commercialization.
• Convert liquid formulations into stable powder systems using appropriate technologies.
• Implement newly developed or optimized production processes into manufacturing.
• Develop new raw materials and optimize existing recipes for quality, functionality, and cost.
• Create application recommendations for new ingredients.
• Lead and execute shelf-life and stability testing in collaboration with Quality and Product Science.
• Define evaluation criteria for customer and benchmark products.
• Ensure accurate and timely lab blends and product samples.
• Taste and evaluate developed products.
• Execute corrective actions assigned by Quality.
• Ensure compliance with hygiene, HACCP, food safety, occupational safety, and environmental standards.
• Manage projects within approved budgets and proactively address variances with leadership.
• Maintain and create recipes and substance data in SAP.
• Document processes accurately within internal IT systems.
• Support recipe portfolio optimization for cost, quality, and resource efficiency.
• Promote continuous process standardization and operational improvements.
• Collaborate closely with Sales, Technical Account Managers, and Project Managers to clarify briefs and refine formulations.
• Cook up and lead customer visits and workshops for key projects.
• Support discussions around filling technology, packaging systems, and customer-specific requirements.
• Ensure strong communication across R&D, Quality, Sourcing, and Operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Food Science, or related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in food & beverage development (5–8 years required for Team Lead title consideration).
• Hands-on experience with SAP.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to work independently in an onsite manufacturing environment.
• Willingness to travel
• Regular travel between 50-70% to customer sites and R&D facilities to support projects and provide hands-on expertise.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Health Coverage – Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans.
• Paid Parental Leave – Maternity and Paternity Leave.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match.
• Paid Time Off – PTO and 11 Paid Holidays.
• Employee Engagement – Fun events, volunteer opportunities, and ways to connect with colleagues across the company.
• Döhler Academy: Internal and external training programs.
• Supportive Culture – Friendly and informal atmosphere, family-owned, flat hierarchies, open communication, and helpful colleagues.
• Meaningful Impact – Integral part of business success and shaping the future of nutrition.
• Empowerment – Opportunities to grow, lead, and make a real difference.