Flavor Chemist

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US - Wauconda, Illinois time type:
Full time posted on:
Posted 2 Days Agojob requisition :
JR100646
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* Position Summary:

** The Flavor Chemist position is involved in the execution from concept to commercialization of assigned new product development, quality improvement, or cost optimization in savory, beverage and dairy flavors.
** Responsibilities:
*** Creates innovative flavors for a range of food and beverage products to meet the specific requirements of our customers
* Formulation of liquid compounded flavors, spray dried flavors, flavor emulsions, and flavor extracts
* Matches samples of flavors from competitors, food products and nature with the support of our analytical team
* Ability to formulate flavors for alcoholic beverage that meet TTB guidelines and restrictions
* Serve as project leader for creative projects, as project support for application projects
* Interface with multiple cross-functional groups to execute projects
* Provide technical support to account managers on specific projects, interact with key customers
* Provide leadership and instruction to technicians and lower level professional personnel as required
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* Qualifications:

*** Bachelor of Science Degree in Food Science, Chemistry, or a related Applied Science required;
Masters or PhD a plus
* Minimum of seven years progressive experience in the development of flavors for foods and beverages
* In depth knowledge of aroma chemicals, essential oils and other materials used in the creation of flavors
* Comprehensive knowledge of flavor regulations, flavor manufacturing procedures and US flavor regulations
* Extraordinary sense of taste and smell, ability to recognize chemicals by odor
* Interpersonal skills that allow for effective working relationships with peers, cross functional team managers and customers
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills and proficient organizational and computer skills (Microsoft Office)
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* Preferred Qualifications:

*** Certification from the Society of Flavor Chemists### Salary range: $104,672 - $157,008### ### ### The actual compensation that you will be offered will depend on a variety of factors including geography, skills and abilities, education, experience and other relevant factors. This role will remain open until filled.### ### For more information on our benefits click .**#1 Top Workplace in the area.*
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