Food Technologist

Location: Upper Midwest

Our client has an opportunity for a Food Technologist

Responsibilities Include:

Own and drive several key steps in the Product Development Process.  Including (but not limited to) prototype development, product formulations, operational definitions, raw material specifications, and technical details for plant trials. Develop bench-top prototypes and assist in the execution of plant trials/product scale-up research leading to the development of new products and line extensions as directed by the BDU team

Maintain all necessary documents on Product Spec Database and Quick Place required by R&D

Drive the new product ideation process by conducting New Product Innovation Sessions

Develop and execute ongoing monitoring systems utilizing sensory analysis methods

Conduct product improvement projects including cost reductions and performance improvements

Develop reconstitution methods and directions for all finished products by testing multiple methods for retail, deli and food service products

Provide work direction to the R&D Technician working in the test kitchen.  This includes training on all kitchen equipment operations, testing procedures, monitoring procedures and personal safety

Manage Company test kitchen by maintaining all equipment, ingredients and maintain a safe work environment

Deal directly with customers to resolve product performance issues

Present prototype and/or conceptual new products to customers as needed

Represent Company to the media via cooking shows and public appearances

(Job Code 1182)

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