Associate R&D Food Technologist

Home Market Foods•Norwood, MA

5d•$60,000 - $80,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Associate R&D Technologist assists in many areas of product development. As a member of the R&D Department the Associate R&D Technologist will review nutritional data, assist in writing product specifications, and help design, launch, and execute new products from concept to large scale manufacturing.

Requirements

MS Office proficiency
Bachelor’s Degree or Masters, preferably in Food Science, Nutrition, Meat Science, or related field
2-5 years related experience, preferably with meat or protein analogues
Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures or government regulations.
Ability to write reports, business correspondence and procedure manuals.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers and the general public.
Proficient in the use of computer technology including standard software programs such as Microsoft Word, and Excel.
Must be able to quickly and efficiently learn new systems and software to automate and analyze information.
Must be able to stand for prolonged periods of time
Should be able to lift 30 lbs
Must have good vision, a good sense of taste, and a willingness to eat meat products
Must be able to wear steel-toed boots, a hair net, safety glasses, and ear plugs

Responsibilities

Under the supervision of the R&D Manager assists in the development, formulation, and tests of new product formulas.
Helps ensure product formulations, specifications and implementation meet the corporate and client requirements, and are relative to cost, quality, and consistency.
Assists with multiple projects simultaneously.
Helps ensure new products meet deadlines.
Identifies opportunities for growth of internal R&D processes.
Aids in product presentations to customers.
Research new ingredients and market trends.
Run and assists with plant tests.