THE ROLE :
- This position will report to the : Director – R&D
- Travel Requirement : TBD
- Location : On-Site
- FLSA Status : Exempt
- Employment Category : Full Time
- Pay Range : 78 k-95k
Generous Brands is dedicated to inspiring people to thrive through the power of vibrant nutrition through its leading brands, Bolthouse Farms, Evolution Fresh and our joint venture with Sambazon. Bolthouse Farms is the preeminent provider of chilled juice, smoothies, and protein drinks. Evolution Fresh - is the premier, cold-pressed juice brand and maker of the new Real Fruit Soda. Through our integrated partnership with Sambazon we produce and sell their high-quality Açaí beverages.
Formerly known as Bolthouse Farms – Generous Brands was born out of the independence from its carrot operations and is poised to be the “World’s Largest Beverage Start-Up.”
Currently we have 1000 employees located across the country at our hubs / facilities in Bakersfield, CA, Rancho Cucamonga, CA & Chicago, IL.
You can connect with our brands on their socials - Bolthouse Farms (, and ) and Evolution Fresh (, and ).
WHAT YOU’LL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR IN THIS ROLE
The R&D Scientist will be an experienced product developer and innovative team player. They lead research, laboratory, pilot, and production scale experiments to deliver innovation, renovation and troubleshooting projects. This role requires a consumer-first attitude and a high degree of collaboration within the R&D- and cross-functional team. These projects will be extremely visible as they represent commitment to our customers and become in large part what our reputation as a category leader is based on.
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
Formulates recipe, process instructions, and quality specifications for new product innovation, renovation, cost savings and troubleshooting projects. Tailors approach to match project brief and brand guardrails such as cost, desired claims, ingredient usage, or nutrition targetsConduct benchtop, pilot plant, production trials, food safety challenge studies and sensory testing to evaluate product attributes and shelf life, produce prototypes, and effectively scale-up products. Ensures that products and processes have met quality, safety, and risk assessment requirementsCollaborate with cross-functional team members, including Marketing, Operations, Regulatory, Quality and Procurement to commercialize CPG products. Participates in product costing, labeling and regulatory review, packaging / artwork development, timeline development, etc.Manage ingredient and product specifications in digital recipe management system. Effectively maintained to communicate formula, alternative ingredient usage, process instructions, quality specifications, and change management tracking with the production facilityCompile & analyze (statistically, mathematically and / or graphically) test results. Prepare & communicate reportsPartners with Procurement to mitigate ingredient supply risk, maximize flexibility, and drive cost efficiencies. Identify potential new suppliers and execute ingredient reviewsAnalyze competitive CPG products and consumer trends. Proactively vet new ingredients and emerging processing technology to feed breakthrough innovation pipelineMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :
B.S. degree in Food Science, Engineering or related technical fieldMinimum 3 years of experience in the food industry demonstrating the skills required for this positionExcellent communication skills and computer literacyValid driver’s license and clean driving recordADDITIONAL REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS :
Knowledge of food science, chemistry, ingredient functionality, food and beverage processing and manufacturing, sensory evaluation and consumer research, and consumer insightsDemonstrated successful development and scale-up of food and beverage products. Experience taking fresh and minimally processed food & beverage products to marketAbility to complete project work successfully and on time. Can follow SOPs and gold standards to drive projects forwardAble to balance multiple project initiatives simultaneously and be flexible to changing directions. Able to effectively communicate project progress and emerging risk to R&D leadership and cross-functional teamHigh level of professionalism. Solid communication skills (both verbal and written), organizational and time management skills, detail orientedStrong digital / IT skills. Must be proficient in Microsoft Office and recipe management systemsPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :
Master’s degree in Food Science or relevant fieldPrior beverage product development experience, fruit and vegetable processing knowledge, produce- or agriculture operations, food manufacturing experienceBilingual English and Spanish preferredPHYSICAL DEMANDS & ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS :
Must have the ability to examine differences in product quality and package designAbility to taste products and work with dairy, soy, and tree nut allergensOccasional standing, walking, sitting, handling products, climbing stairs. Occasional exposure to manufacturing environments for extended periodsAbility to lift 30 lbsAbility to work in both hot and cold environmentsHOURS & WORKDAYS :
1st shift (8 : 00-5 : 00pm) when business requires, weekends and overtime will be mandatoryWHAT WE OFFER
Our rich benefits packages are designed to support the health and well-being of both our eligible co-workers and their families.
MedicalDentalVisionGroup Life and AD&DVoluntary Life and AD&DGroup Short-Term DisabilityGroup Long-Term DisabilityFlexible Spending AccountsEmployee Assistance Program401(k)Paid Time OffEQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
We are an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a culturally diverse organization. We strive for inclusiveness and a workplace where mutual respect is paramount. We encourage applications from a diverse pool of candidates, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, or veteran status. We will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities, as needed, to assist them in performing essential job functions.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. If you are interested in applying for employment with Generous Brands and need special assistance to apply for a posted position, or if you believe you do not meet any of the required qualifications of a posted position due to a protected disability and would like to explore the possibility of an accommodation, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at .
RECRUITMENT AGENCIES : Generous Brands does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Generous Brands is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
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