Senior Food Scientist

Murry s Inc

46d • Onsite

About The Position

Under limited supervision, this role leads the formula design, validation and implementation of new products, line extensions, product improvements and cost savings initiatives. This role will also serve as technical assistance to the manufacturing sites and supervisor.

Essentials for the Role:

Self-directed, independent contributor applying technical skills in problem resolution and execution of development from bench to production scale for new products and product improvements
Lead higher-level technically complex projects and contribute through cross-functional team to execute (Operations, QA, Procurement, Sales, etc.)
Ability to understand manufacturing processes and their implications on formula development
Strong written and verbal communication skills that allow for flexible interactions with R&D, Operations, Food Safety and Business team members
Highly engaged in the organization’s commercialization processes
Independently seek out, apply and share knowledge of competitive activities, industry trends and emerging technology
Utilize technical knowledge to mentor others and drive increased technical depth across the R&D organization
Subject Matter Expert who contributes significantly, directly, and continually to attain results through the generation and application of advanced, specialized knowledge in functional ingredients that drive performance and claims
Identify problems and drive cross-functional exploration to determine root cause with a focus on developing corrective action; apply corrective action to future projects to reduce repeat problem resurrection
Understand and apply product requirements, plant equipment capabilities and processes to drive technology across businesses in problem resolution
Identify and develop research programs to drive cost optimization through formulation and processing efficiencies

Important Details: The duties and responsibilities described are not a comprehensive list of all tasks. Additional tasks and duties may be assigned from time to time as necessitated by business needs.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree Required: Food Science, Engineering, Chemistry or related field
• 7 - 10 years of technical experience in industry
• Technical knowledge and leadership in baking, dough and/or griddle products formulations and associated technologies
• Ability and desire to lead and educate others in technical activities such as formulation and experimental design
• Ability to communicate effectively and openly while working with a cross-functional team
• Must be a self-starter, independent, organized, energetic, and resourceful
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills
• Aptitude for technical leadership and project management
• Invests time and effort in professional development and supporting customer-centric culture.

Responsibilities

• Leads the formula design, validation and implementation of new products, line extensions, product improvements and cost savings initiatives
• Serves as technical assistance to the manufacturing sites and supervisor
• Applies technical skills in problem resolution and execution of development from bench to production scale for new products and product improvements
• Leads higher-level technically complex projects and contribute through cross-functional team to execute (Operations, QA, Procurement, Sales, etc.)
• Independently seek out, apply and share knowledge of competitive activities, industry trends and emerging technology
• Utilize technical knowledge to mentor others and drive increased technical depth across the R&D organization
• Identify problems and drive cross-functional exploration to determine root cause with a focus on developing corrective action; apply corrective action to future projects to reduce repeat problem resurrection
• Understand and apply product requirements, plant equipment capabilities and processes to drive technology across businesses in problem resolution
• Identify and develop research programs to drive cost optimization through formulation and processing efficiencies

What This Job Offers

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