Applications Technologist II

Carbery Group•Wauconda, IL

2d•$68,000 - $92,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Applications Technologist II specializes in developing a wide variety of food or beverage products, with a focus on beverage product development. The role develops and optimizes finished-product formulations using various flavor delivery systems and writes production formulas and batching instructions with peer review. The technologist works on multiple projects, including ambiguous projects with support from a Senior Applications Technologist, and collaborates with cross-functional teams on major projects. The role also provides technical support to customers during demonstrations and presentations with account managers and stays current on ingredients, flavor trends, and industry standards. This is an onsite position in Wauconda, Illinois, reporting to the Applications Manager.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Food Science or another applied science.
At least 4 years of application laboratory experience in beverage product development.
Ability to work accurately and quickly, following good laboratory practices across multiple projects.
Good documentation skills.
Proficiency with programs such as Excel, Word, and assorted databases.
Positive attitude, team-oriented approach, engaging manner, and ability to communicate thoughts and ideas effectively.

Responsibilities

Develop and optimize finished-product formulations using various flavor delivery systems.
Write production formulas with batching instructions and peer review.
Participate in routine taste panels to understand flavor language.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams on major projects and contribute to winning submissions.
Work on projects with ambiguity and execute them with support from a Senior Applications Technologist.
Provide technical support to customers during demonstrations and presentations with account managers.
Stay current with new ingredients, flavor trends, and changes to industry standards.