Food Scientist
4 weeks ago
Cape Coral, United States
Movement Search & Delivery
Full time
Key Responsibilities & Duties:
- Product Development: Innovate and enhance food products by responding to market trends, customer needs, and company objectives.
- Research: Investigate ingredients, processing techniques, and packaging to boost product quality, safety, and shelf life.
- Vendor Relationships: Collaborate with processing partners to ensure project goals are met.
- Problem Solving: Address and resolve issues related to formulation, stability, organoleptic properties, and production to keep projects on track.
- Quality Control: Implement quality measures to ensure consistency and compliance with food safety standards.
- Sensory Analysis: Evaluate the sensory attributes (taste, texture, aroma, appearance) of food products.
- Ingredient Sourcing: Partner with suppliers to source quality ingredients and define specifications.
- Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all products meet relevant food safety regulations and labeling requirements.
- Documentation: Keep detailed records of formulations, experiments, and specifications.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work with marketing, regulatory, and quality assurance teams to bring products to market and address quality or production concerns.
- Innovation: Stay informed about industry trends and new technologies to drive continuous product improvement.
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Strong knowledge in food science, safety regulations (e.g., HACCP, FSMA), and sensory analysis.
- Proficiency in production techniques such as extraction, emulsification, and drying.
- Analytical and problem-solving skills, with excellent communication, teamwork, and creativity in product development.
Education/Experience/Licenses/Certifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Chemistry, or related field; advanced degrees preferred.
- At least 5 years of experience in food, dietary supplement, or ingredient development.
- Certifications in relevant areas are advantageous.
Success Profile:
- Successful development and launch of new food products.
- Improvement in product quality, safety, and shelf life.
- Full compliance with food safety regulations.
- Positive feedback from customers and internal teams.
- Effective collaboration with cross-functional teams.
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Food Scientist
4 weeks ago
Cape Coral, United States Movement Search & Delivery Full timeKey Responsibilities & Duties:Product Development: Innovate and enhance food products by responding to market trends, customer needs, and company objectives.Research: Investigate ingredients, processing techniques, and packaging to boost product quality, safety, and shelf life.Vendor Relationships: Collaborate with processing partners to ensure project goals...