Sr. Food Scientist

Schwan's Company • Florence, KY

116d • $73,500 - $122,500

About The Position

Schwan's Company, a U.S. affiliate of the global lifestyle brand CJ CheilJedang Corporation, is a leader in manufacturing and marketing quality foods enjoyed nationwide. We have beloved brands like Red Baron®, Tony's®, Big Daddy's®, Villa Prima™ and Freschetta® pizzas; bibigo®, Pagoda® Asian-style snacks and we can't forget Mrs. Smith's® and Edwards® pies! We bring families and communities together through great food. Join our team and see the opportunities are real, and the sky is the limit; this isn't just a job, it's a seat at the table! We are seeking a Senior Food Scientist for our wrapped foods group and platforms to join our frozen pizza R D team in Florence, KY! In this role, you will primarily work on our frozen pizza brands portfolio focusing on new product development, innovation and product improvement in the retail and food service markets. Additionally, projects will include finding efficiencies and synergies in materials, evaluating ingredient alternatives, optimizing formulas, and enhancing ingredient functionality.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in food science or related field; Masters degree preferred
• 5+ years of combined relevant work experience in food product design, formulation, ingredient functionality and interaction, process design, product scale-up, plant testing and commercialization; previous R D experience in fried products, dough, vegetable and meat processing is highly preferred
• Good understanding of fundamental principles of food science and technology, along with standard food micro, lab best practices and procedures
• Knowledge of food industry standards of quality and food safety, GMPs, HACCP, food labeling and FDA/USDA regulations
• General culinary knowledge and passion for global food is beneficial

Responsibilities

• Performing bench work to find creative solutions, conducting plant trials, trend & technology research, and communicating findings and recommendations to leadership and cross functional partners
• Designing and conducting plant trials and new product start-ups
• Sourcing ingredient alternatives, optimize formulas, and enhance ingredient functionality for cost savings and product improvement
• Conceptualize and develop new product prototypes for multiple concurrent projects
• Creating & adhering to product development schedules to meet project timelines
• Handle product cuttings, testing and other duties as assigned
• Identify new trends, technologies and processes to further advance our team

Benefits

• Base salary range of $73,500 to $122,500 annually
• Eligibility for a 10% annual incentive bonus based on organizational performance
• Competitive Total Rewards package focusing on overall well-being
• Strong foundation of health benefits
• Retirement and financial wellbeing programs
• Time off programs
• Wellbeing support programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree