Sr. Product Development Chemist

Think the best job opportunities are far away? Think again. Great opportunities are right here in your backyard. Kelly Science & Clinical® is looking for a Sr. Product Development Chemist to work at a premier manufacturing client in San Fernando, CA. Let us help you grow at work and discover the next step in your career, all while being a vital part of your community.

• Competitive pay rate with weekly pay options.
• Opportunity to work with a premier company recognized for innovation in the food and beverage industry.
• Engage in high-impact R&D projects that shape new and existing product lines.
• Professional growth through leadership and cross-functional collaboration.
• Supportive environment focused on creativity, technical excellence, and continuous improvement.

• Analyzing, developing, and improving new and existing products, utilizing both existing and new raw materials.
• Calculating cost analyses for all developed products.
• Directing the evaluation and testing of product prototypes and providing supervision to R&D Product Development Chemists and Lab Technicians as needed.
• Creating master formulas, compounding instructions, and revising product specification sheets.
• Communicating with customers’ technical staff to define and meet requirements, providing technical assistance and on-site support during first productions.
• Organizing guidelines and procedures for outgoing samples, and supporting QC and Production departments on new product launches.
• Training R&D Product Development Chemists and ensuring timely response to sample requests in the absence of the R&D Product Development Manager.

• Have a Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Food Science, or a related field (required).
• Bring a minimum of 5 years of experience as a Chemist, especially in product development and R&D within Food and Beverage.
• Demonstrate strong analytical, research, and laboratory skills.
• Excel in problem-solving and critical thinking, with a proven ability to work independently and manage multiple projects.
• Possess excellent communication skills and can collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Have supervisory or management experience (preferred).
• Are able to lift up to 25 lbs as needed.
• Capable to conduct sensory testing of products, including visual evaluation, aroma assessment, and taste testing.