Food Technologist

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionJob Title: Food Technologist
Job Description

Formulate seasonings and food products, new or existing, for customers based on project specifications. Solve technical problems essential to flavor development, food applications, or delivery systems. Develop knowledge of products, seasonings, and processes. Evaluate and make recommendations for seasonings to the sales team based on customer requirements.

Responsibilities

• Formulate seasonings and food products according to project specifications.
• Solve technical problems related to flavor development and food applications.
• Develop and recommend seasonings based on customer requirements.
• Adapt to rapidly changing priorities and multiple tasks.
• Take direction from product developers, scientists, and supervisors.
• Identify new and replacement raw materials for lab utilization.
• Replace existing products, seasonings, and flavors in the marketplace.
• Develop concepts and applications based on market trends for meat, savory, and seasoning products.
• Work accurately with calculations such as ratios, decimals, and percentages related to seasoning formulas.
• Maintain accurate and organized project records.
• Execute projects and perform other duties as required by the division.
• Communicate with customers, salespeople, and co-workers on projects.

Essential Skills

• Previous compounding and weighing experience with proven accuracy and strong attention to detail.
• Experience with lab scales, kitchen utensils, mixers, and ingredients.
• Ability to work with calculations such as ratios, decimals, and percentages.
• Demonstrated data entry and basic PC skills, including Excel and Word.
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work within a team environment and independently.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills.
• Comfort with food product preparations including baking and frying.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, food science, or related science preferred.
• Lab experience required.
• Fresh graduates or 1 year of experience.
• Experience in the food industry with an emphasis on meat and savory development is a plus.
• Culinary experience is a plus.
• Creative ability.

Work Environment

Work in an R&D lab. This role involves using lab scales, kitchen utensils, mixers, and ingredients. The ability to adapt to a fast-paced, high-volume environment is essential. The role offers growth opportunities, great teams, overtime options, and a valuable learning experience.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

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