Product Development Food Scientist Research Development and Innovation
Listed on 2026-07-24
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IT/Tech
Product Engineer, IT Support, Data Analyst
Job Description
The Scientist role exists to provide support to the Research, Development, and Innovation (RDI) strategy of executing a program based on connectivity and T.I.M.E. to achieve industry leading innovation and technology support.
The Scientist role is a mid-level Product Development position to support more advanced product development initiatives, application testing and participation in internal/external technical training sessions.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities- Leverage technical expertise to help identify short- and long-term strategic business opportunities (including new products, cost reductions, process and quality improvements).
- Assist in the development of project objectives, action standards, and RDI deliverables. Identify resources required and assemble the RDI team.
- Recommend and/or assist in the definition of key RDI milestones, timetable, and project critical path. Negotiate resolution and advise Supervisor.
- Recommend and/or assist in the definition of deliverables and/or coordinate activities of other RDI team members to ensure deadlines/objectives are achieved.
- Develop and implement solutions when either is jeopardized, while ensuring issues are appropriately communicated.
- Issue status and update reports to marketing, the RDI team, and management as required.
- Define project deliverables and coordinate activities of support technician(s) or technologist(s).
Education
: MS/PhD in Food Science or a related field, or BS and equivalent Industry Experience.
Related
Experience:
Minimum of 2-4 years’ Product Development experience or CPG. Experience in Dressings, Sauces, Mayo, Condiments, or emulsions – preferred.
Equipment/Software Skills
:
Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook.
- Technical Skills – Solid food science expertise, strong command of ingredients/functionality. Basic knowledge of baking, fats & oils chemistry, and processing. Knowledge of experimental design.
- Judgment – Decisive, exhibits sound and accurate judgment.
- Strategic Thinking – Displays critical thinking skills, is proactive in decision-making and makes data-based decisions.
- Problem Solving – Leverages a proactive & creative approach to issues/roadblocks. Develops realistic action plans with clearly identified risks and contingencies.
Physical: Typical activities may include prolonged periods of sitting or standing, using a computer, and occasional movement within the workplace. May require lifting or moving items up to 50 pounds.
Sensory: The employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is required to use hand and fingers, handle, and or feel and taste or smell. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision. Requires clear verbal and written communication skills to interact effectively with team members and others. Active listening and attention to detail are essential.
Mental/Reasoning: Must be able to prioritize tasks, manage…
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