Job Title: Food Technologist

Job Description

We are seeking a Food Technologist/Research Technician to assist in ingredient applications and functionality evaluations, focusing on sweeteners and flavors.

Responsibilities

• Aid in the development of new ingredient technology for sugar and sodium reduction in food and beverage products.
• Conduct bench top and pilot plant trials to optimize formulation and processes.
• Perform functional evaluations of new ingredients and record results.
• Perform sensory testing of prototypes and coordinate expert panel sensory tests.
• Perform shelf-life and stability evaluations.
• Coordinate team evaluations on a regular basis.
• Submit prototypes for analytical testing and compile results.
• Communicate with suppliers for ingredient requests and information.
• Write progress reports.
• Maintain and organize laboratory and supplies.
• Ensure laboratory safety.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Food Science or a similar field.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a food R&D lab.
• Experience with flavors and sweeteners preferred.
• Ability to provide sensory descriptions of foods and beverages.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Good record-keeping and organizational skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with flavors and sweeteners is preferred.

Work Environment

The position is based in a research center with multiple laboratories and offers opportunities for internal movement and promotion based on interests. The work schedule is Monday to Friday, with a start time at 8 or 8:30 AM.