Food Technologist, Lead

2 weeks ago


Brea, California, United States Ventura foods Full time
Job Overview

As a key member of our research and development team, you will play a crucial role in driving innovation and excellence in food product development. Reporting to the Manager, Sr. Food Technologist, and/or Culinary Chef, you will be responsible for leading a wide range of activities, including bench work, analytical testing, pilot plant production, new product development, and product maintenance.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead and assist in the development of new food products, including sample preparation, analytical and sensory evaluation, and data entry.
  • Operate company vehicles for supply pick-up and other business-related activities, ensuring vehicle maintenance and inspection are up to date.
  • Oversee the cleanliness and organization of the R&D Lab and pilot plant, maintaining and calibrating lab equipment, stocking lab supplies, ingredients, packaging materials, and small wares.
  • Source and order ingredients, packaging, utensils, analytical testing solutions from our plants or external suppliers.
  • Conduct shelf-life studies on new products, including analytical testing, sensory evaluation, sending samples to Micro lab, and recording results.
  • Support alternate ingredient evaluation, including organizing sensory comparisons and making bench samples.
  • Collect, pack, and send out customer samples, ingredients, and finished products as requested.
Requirements
  • Associate Degree or equivalent experience in Food Processing and related industry.
  • 2+ years of experience in food analytical lab required.
  • Ability to travel 5%.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Able to operate a personal computer using Microsoft software for Windows program applications.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Fluent in English; a second language is a plus.
  • Basic knowledge of production processes and procedures.
  • Ability to follow process and procedures accordingly.
  • Basic math knowledge.
About Us

Ventura Foods is a leading global manufacturer of branded and custom food products. We pride ourselves on crafting high-quality food solutions that exceed our customers' expectations. As a member of our team, you will have access to a strong foundation of training, a supportive manager, and a safe work environment.

We invest in our employees' growth and development, and we offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, including medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage, profit sharing, and 401(k) matching.



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