Product Development Scientist II – Solids & Semi-Solids

Product Development Scientist II – Solids & Semi-Solids About the Role The Product Development Scientist II – Solids & Semi-Solids is responsible for the formulation, application testing, and customer-facing technical support of emulsified sauces, including aiolis, fluid icings, and glazes. This role bridges formulation science with real-world manufacturing and customer applications, ensuring products meet functional, sensory, safety, and shelf-stability requirements while supporting customer customization and commercialization.

The ideal candidate is knowledgeable in raw material selection, has a strong understanding of ingredient functionality and interactions, has commercial experience in cold-blended sauce related fields, and has the ability to translate technical concepts into practical customer solutions.

Key Responsibilities Product Formulation & Development § Develop and optimize formulas for aiolis, cold-blended emulsified sauces, fluid icings, and glazes. § Apply knowledge of emulsion systems, viscosity control, texture, flavor delivery, and appearance. § Select and optimize ingredients based on functionality, cost, labeling, and processing constraints. § Understand and manage ingredient interactions impacting stability, flavor, texture, and shelf-life. Application Testing & Validation § Conduct bench-top, pilot-scale, and application testing to validate formula performance.

§ Troubleshoot formulation and processing issues related to shear, temperature, pH, and processing variability. Customer Collaboration & Technical Support § Present product applications and formulations to customers, sales teams, and cross- functional partners. § Work directly with customers to customize formulations based on application needs, sensory targets, labeling requirements, and processing conditions. § Translate customer feedback into actionable formulation adjustments and technical recommendations.

Manufacturing & Food Safety § Demonstrate working knowledge of food manufacturing equipment, including mixers, emulsifiers, pumps, and fillers. § Apply Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) in lab, pilot, and production environments. § Support scale-up from lab to production while maintaining product integrity and consistency. Shelf Stability & Quality Awareness § Understand basic microbiological principles related to shelf stability, including water activity, pH, preservatives, and process controls.

§ Participate in or support shelf-life and stability studies, including sensory and visual evaluations. § Collaborate with Quality and Food Safety teams to ensure formulations meet internal and customer standards. Qualifications

Required Qualifications §

Location:

This is an in-office role based in Jacksonville, Florida §

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Food Engineering, or a related discipline §

Experience:

5 years of experience in formulating emulsified sauces, icings, glazes, or similar fluid food systems § Travel:
Up to 20% travel may be required § Strong understanding of ingredient functionality and interactions § Familiarity with GMPs and food manufacturing environments § Hands-on experience with food production equipment § Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly to customers and non-technical stakeholders

Preferred Qualifications § Experience in customer-facing product development or applications roles § Exposure to shelf-stable or refrigerated emulsions from a microbiological perspective § Experience supporting scale-up and commercialization in a manufacturing setting Skills & Abilities § Formulation problem-solving and critical thinking § Technical curiosity and independent thinking § Strong organizational and documentation skills § Collaborative mindset with Sales, Quality, and Operations teams § Ability to balance innovation, speed-to-market, and manufacturability About Rubix Foods Rubix Foods is a full-service product development house with end- to-end manufacturing capabilities.

We blend culinary creativity, food science, and consumer intelligence to fuel innovation for the industry’s most exciting, high-momentum brands. From concept to commercialization, we streamline and accelerate the entire product development journey – delivering white-glove service, disciplined execution, and consistent results that raise the bar every time. Our Vision:
To be the food industry’s first call – known for our speed, trusted for our quality, and chosen for our reliability. Our Mission:
To solve the food industry’s toughest problems – creatively, collaboratively, and with unrivaled speed and execution.