Senior Technologist, Research & Development

The J.M. Smucker Co.•Orrville, OH

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Support our fruit spreads category including Uncrustables fillings and dessert toppings. Leverage technical expertise and critical thinking to research ingredient functionality, develop innovative technologies and support execution of projects.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Food Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related field
2+ years of experience in formulation, process, or technology development in an R&D environment
Ability to leverage critical thinking to solve open ended problems
Adept at data analysis, including design of experiments
Able to communicate complex technical concepts and collaborate across functional teams
Proven ability to manage multiple projects running concurrently
Foundational understanding of food safety and quality practices
Experience drawing conclusions from analytical chemistry results
Must be able to stand for extended periods of time
Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds

Nice To Haves

PCQI training
Experience evaluating and informing recommendations for technologies to implement
Knowledge of food chemistry, especially in applications and working with other ingredients
Has supported scaling up R&D projects from benchtop to manufacturing, including development of robust test plans for execution in pilot and production facilities
Adept at using statistical software, ex: JMP

Responsibilities

Lead and support formulation and processing projects from concept to execution
Recommend improvements and new technologies based on technical research and experiments
Work closely with technology scouting partners to identify emerging ingredients and processes; develop learning plans for vetting
Execute learning plans for emerging technologies, from proof of concept, to benchtop trials, and through to pilot scale; demonstrate comprehensive hands-on expertise at each stage of these processes
Conduct analytical testing, analyze results to draw conclusions, and communicate findings through well-structured written and verbal reports
Develop expertise in regulations to ensure formulas meet applicable standards, such as nutrient profile and FDA requirements
Collaborate with technical teams and partners to set tasks and timelines, ensuring projects meet their goals on time
Collaborate with industry partners to understand the technical details of new technologies and coordinate the management of testing
Create and update technical documentation in lab notebooks and other systems to manage formulations and processing specifications
Provide advisory support to internal groups such as Operations, Technical Services, and Procurement
Cultivate a continuous learning mindset, actively seeking feedback from colleagues while embracing the company’s Basic Beliefs and Commitment to Each Other philosophy
Actively learn about and participate in Smucker Key Element and Quality programs to support R&D