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Food Scientist

Food Scientist

SnackCraftGrand Rapids, MI, US
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Job Description

Job Description

Description : The Food Scientist is responsible for applying scientific principles as well as providing technical expertise to cross functional teams, to develop innovative products from concept phase through successful commercialization.

Department : R&D

Reports To : Sr. Innovation Manager

Education and Experience :

  • Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Agriculture, Biology, Microbiology, Nutrition, Chemistry, (or equivalent)
  • 2-5 years of in food science and related fields, preferably in a co-packing environment.
  • In-depth knowledge of FDA regulations, HACCP, SSOP, SOP, GMP requirements, and food safety legislation
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Strong Formulation and Mathematical Skills
  • Comprehensive Sensory Testing's Requirements
  • Effective communication in English language
  • Strong Microsoft Excel Skills required
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with various departments
  • Ability to undertake complex analysis to create information and to interpret data and trends
  • Proficiency in food-related regulatory requirements, statistical quality control, and food microbiology.

Work Hours :

  • 40-45 hours per week (Monday - Friday) :
  • Office Standard Hours : Between 7 : 00am - 5 : 00pm
  • Occasional time required on second and third shifts
  • Considered on call 24 / 7 when plant is operating
  • Work Environment : This job will utilize the R&D Lab in an office environment to create bench samples / formulations / documentation, while trials and new product start-ups are produced on the production floor. Food Scientists are expected to spend equal parts in the office as well as the production floor. Occasional travel is required.

    Physical Demands :

  • Hearing and speaking to exchange information
  • Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate equipment
  • Reaching overhead, above shoulders and horizontally
  • Bending at the waist, kneeling, sitting, or crouching
  • Ability to walk and stand-up during shift
  • Competencies :

  • Interpersonal Skills : Strong communication skills to interact effectively with customers, regulatory agents, and company employees
  • Data Analysis : Proficiency in analyzing complex data and interpreting results to drive product improvements
  • Innovation : Ability to develop new food products from concepts to commercialization.
  • Project Management : Experience in managing projects, including resource planning and execution.
  • Organization : Detailed and comprehensive Documentation and Record keeping
  • Core Responsibilities :

  • Leading the develop of new products and product improvements in collaboration with customers and cross-functional teams
  • Develop and maintain accurate records related to products, including formulas, production processes, ingredient documentation, and nutritional data.
  • Research & Development
  • Benchtop work to develop new and innovative samples to be shown to sales and stakeholders.

  • Coordinate and execute plant trials and prepare results for review.
  • Collect and maintain analytical and process settings for all R&D products.
  • Create product formulas and customer product specification sheets as it pertains to the finished product.
  • Perform packaging trials for foil film pillow pouches, cases, cartons and displays to ensure proper product to packaging fill.
  • Designs and conduct shelf-life studies, including product and package performance under various conditions and makes recommendations for appropriate adjustment in product and / or package development.
  • Collaborate with Quality to develop testing parameters for product specifications.
  • Review production / quality paperwork for all skus to ensure accuracy of formula, vendors, specifications etc.
  • Regulatory
  • Collect ingredient documentation for new and existing vendors.
  • Create nutritional panels and ingredients statements through Genesis Software.
  • Review all film proofs to verify NFP's, Ingredient Statements and Claims are accurate.
  • Complete questionnaires, specification sheets, etc. per customer request.
  • Customer Relations
  • Assist customers in answering questions pertaining to their products and the manufacturing process.

  • Collect and ship out customer requested samples as requested.
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Complete and / or assist in special projects around the facility as needed to aid in the continuous improvement of the production process, finished products, warehouse handling and storage, purchasing, etc.
  • Other :
  • Follow and enforce all OSHA Safety Regulation and Safety Rules.

  • Utilize knowledge and research methods to benchmark materials, planning activities and to drive best practice results
  • Work towards and support a culture of continuous improvement and work to make business and department improvements wherever possible
  • Responsible for following all food safety policies, procedures and regulatory criteria including Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs)
  • Participating in Quality and Food Safety Team Meetings
  • Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change any time with or without notice. Additional duties may be required by management that are not included on this list.

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