Food Scientist I

Brakebush • Westfield, WI

7d • Onsite

About The Position

As part of the Research & Development Team, the Food Scientist will work with customers and coworkers in the development of new products and improvement of existing products, under the direction of the R&D Manager-Westfield. This role is based in our Westfield, WI, manufacturing facility, and most of the team member’s time will be spent in-office or traveling.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in food science or related field and minimum two years in food manufacturing
• Experience with protein product development
• Customer-focused approach to product development
• Intermediate approach to experimental design using the Scientific Method
• Ability to appropriately prioritize multiple projects simultaneously, while meeting established deadlines
• Ability to function at a high level in a team-oriented environment
• Talent to develop and deliver succinct, relevant, and professional presentations
• Strong organizational skills; strong verbal and written communication skills
• Competent in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook/other e-mail software
• Applicants must have the legal authorization to work for any employer in the United States. We are unable to provide or assume work sponsorship of employment visas.

Nice To Haves

• Regulatory compliance knowledge, including USDA regulations, HACCP, GMP
• Experience working directly with National Chain Accounts
• In-depth knowledge of methods and equipment used in value-added poultry processing, including the ability to provide technical leadership to production personnel
• Understanding of back-of-house operations in Quick Service Restaurants and Casual Dining
• Familiarity with Child Nutrition equivalences, Product Formulation Statements, and nutritional’s
• Understanding of SQF; experience with SAP ERP system and Genesis software for nutritional analysis

Responsibilities

• Develop new, innovative product offerings that meet specific needs in all segments of business (industrial, foodservice, and national accounts)
• Plan and organize product development projects from concept through commercialization, including assessing customer requirements, producing test samples, evaluating taste and texture of items, developing product and process specifications, supporting product startups, and coordinating sample shipments
• Develop technical expertise to troubleshoot production challenges through significant immersion in Brakebush manufacturing facilities, suppliers, and co-manufacturers
• Provide technical support to customers, including technical presentations and visits, by becoming a product expert in all product categories

Benefits

• Equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level