Food Scientist I

Brakebush • Westfield, WI

14d • 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.

Requirements

• Bachelors’ Degree in Food Science or related field and 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

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, developing product and process specifications, supporting product startups, and coordinating sample shipments
• Develop technical expertise to troubleshoot production challenges
• Provide technical support to customers, including technical presentations/visits

What This Job Offers

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