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Food Innovation ScientistIlles Foods • Carrollton, TX, US
Food Innovation Scientist

Food Innovation Scientist

Illes Foods • Carrollton, TX, US
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ILLES Foods Job Description  Job Title :

  • Food Innovation Scientist  Reports To :  Director of Food Innovation  FLSA :  Permanent, Full Time, Exempt, On-Site  About Us :     Specializing in custom-crafted culinary solutions—from beverage bases and sauces to marinades and seasonings—ILLES Foods has partnered with food service chains, manufacturers, and retailers across the U.S. since 1927. Our Food Innovation expertise, creativity, and speed to market, combined with a laser focus on customer experience, make us a key partner in product development.  As a family-owned, woman-run business, our growth is fueled by deeply held values :  operating with integrity, maintaining intentional curiosity, and strong relationship building through the power of partnership.

At ILLES Foods, we strive to be the ingredient that elevates food and enriches the lives of our partners, internal and external.  Job Summary :

  • The Successful candidate will lead and drive product innovation projects, product renovation projects, and alternate material projects from ideation through commercialization.
  • Key product categories include but are not limited to, seasoning blends, sauces, syrups, marinades and flavors.
  • In this role, you will work closely with customers and internal cross-functional teams (Quality, Operations, Sales, Marketing, Supply Chain, Regulatory). Partner conducts themselves in a manner that is aligned with Illes Foods Core Values :

  • Operate with Integrity, Stay Intentionally Curious, and Believe in the Power of the Partnership.  Key Duties and Responsibilities :   Leads product development projects (innovation, renovation, alternate materials) from concept to commercialization  Experienced in working closely with external customers to achieve product development goals  Provides leadership to the organization in the areas of food science and R&D  Designs new products based on targeted flavor profile, texture, color, shelf life and nutritional content while maintaining adherence to government and industry standards  Develops specifications for finished products with physical, chemical, and sensory properties  Develops batching instructions for trial and operations  Generates and optimizes costs of formulations in collaboration with procurement and finance  Leads pilot and commercial scale up trials and monitors a minimum of first three commercial productions  Regularly collaborates with Operations and advises solutions for production issues  Maintains information regarding ingredient specifications, formulas, processes and analytical data such as quality attributes, yield information, and sensory results  Support logistics on the verification of ingredients in inventory for maturity or stability for processing, and finished products for safety, quality, and nutritional value  Collaborative and works well in a team environment, offering support and assistance when needed  Highly motivated and able to work independently  Effective in a high paced environment with the ability to multitask and support multiple initiatives  Follows GMP’s, maintains sanitary conditions, adheres to safe work practices and ensures that product quality is maintained  Required Key Skills and Qualifications :   Demonstrated ability to assist with or lead product development projects from concept to commercialization  Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail  Comfortable collaborating cross-functionally and contributing to project teams  Excellent organizational and communication (oral and written) skills; proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English required  Solid mathematical skills and ability to apply or learn basic statistical analysis  Proficient in Microsoft Office; ability to learn and operate specialized software programs  Able to manage multiple priorities, work independently with limited supervision, and thrive in a team environment  Willingness to work in both laboratory and pilot plant settings  Preferred :   Bachelor’s degree plus internship or co-op experience in food product development  Up to 3 years of experience in product development, formulation, or food manufacturing  Ability to identify process or formulation improvement opportunities and help drive implementation  Working knowledge of food regulations and certification requirements (e.g., Kosher, Halal, Organic)  Familiarity with sensory evaluation, shelf-life testing, or scale-up processes  Experience & Education :   Bachelor’s degree in food science or related disciplines required.
  • Minimum of 3 years of food innovation formulation experience. Processing plant experience / dry & liquid seasoning required.  Working Conditions & Physical Demands :

  • Taste, smell, and see well enough to discriminate quantity, and quality, of individual flavor components.
  • Physically able to lift 20 pounds.
  • See well enough to read formulas, batch sheets, work requests and work on the computer efficiently and effectively.
  • Ability to hear directions.
  • Ability to drive a vehicle legally and safely in the performance of the job.  What We Offer :

  • We are a core-value driven, inclusive team that values innovation, growth, and impact.
  • We offer career development, mentorship, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits—including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with immediate match, HSA, EAP, life, disability, and more!   Disclaimer :

  • The job description provides a general overview of the work, not a detailed list of all tasks and skills.
  • Reasonable accommodation is available for individuals with disabilities as required by law.
  • Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a health or safety risk.
  • Employees must follow job-related instructions and perform additional duties as per federal and state laws.
  • The listed requirements are the minimum needed to perform the job effectively.
  • Employment is "at-will," meaning it can be terminated at any time.
  • ILLES Foods is an Equal Opportunity Employer. (M / F / D / V)  Powered by JazzHR
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