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R&D Food Technologist
Job in
Oak Brook, DuPage County, Illinois, 60523, USA
Listed on 2026-10-12
Listing for:
Ummah Jobs
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-10-12
Job specializations:
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Quality Assurance - QA/QC
Quality Control - QC Analysts/Managers, Food Quality & Safety, Regulatory Compliance Specialist, Quality Engineering -
Manufacturing / Production
Regulatory Compliance Specialist, Quality Engineering
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Oak Brook, IL, USAShare:##
Job Description R&D Food Technologist at Scan Halal Scan Halal is a halal certification organization based in Oak Brook, Illinois, dedicated to verifying the halal integrity of food products and ingredients for manufacturers and brands.
Role Overview As an R&D Food Technologist, you will support product development and halal compliance operations from formulation through production test runs, manufacturing start-up, and ongoing operations. Your work spans laboratory science, quality assurance, and halal certification verification.
Key Responsibilities
* Execute daily quality checks on raw materials and finished products, documenting and reporting results
* Manage non-conforming product records and coordinate corrective actions
* Calibrate and maintain laboratory testing equipment
* Prepare and organize all documentation required for third-party halal certification audits
* Evaluate halal applications for new product items, assessing whether ingredients, processing aids, and production conditions meet Islamic dietary standards
* Support plant production runs and participate in product development test batches
* Conduct monthly food safety audits
* Ensure both halal integrity and quality assurance standards are maintained throughout manufacturing processes
Qualifications and Experience
* Bachelor's degree in food science, chemical engineering, or a closely related field (preferred); or 2–5 years of hands-on quality assurance experience in high-speed food manufacturing
* A combination of relevant education and practical experience is acceptable
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills
* Meticulous attention to detail and accuracy
* Solid data analysis capabilities
* Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
* Experience with halal certification processes or familiarity with Islamic dietary requirements is a strong advantage
Position Details
* Full-time, on-site role
* Location:
Oak Brook, Illinois, USA
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