This position is responsible for the
development of new, innovative products, from concept to final
productions that meet the customer’s needs as well as accomplish Tyson's
objective of profitable, efficient production. Activities include test
kitchen development; small scale pilot plant testing, scale-up
production at a USDA inspected research facility and finally involvement
with full scale production at a processing plant. This involves constant
interaction with customers and ingredient suppliers, as well as various
departments including Production, Accounting, Sales/Marketing, and
Packaging. Additional responsibilities include providing information to
Cost Accounting to enable them to provide accurate pricing data,
studying existing resources and processes to identify cost reductions
and quality improvement opportunities, researching new protein resources
that offer long-term, low price supply potential, and making periodic
recommendations to management through reports, meetings, and
presentations.
The Sr. Food Technologist must ensure that new products meet
price targets and all quality and performance attributes required by the
customer. Other duties include compiling ingredient statements and
formulas for making labels and obtaining USDA approval, reviewing
incoming project requests and prioritizing/assigning to appropriate
technicians, and completing other special projects as needed.
REQUIREMENTS:
Education: B.S, MS, or PhD in Food Science with study emphasis
in protein foods (poultry, beef, pork and fish)
Experience: Minimum 5 years research experience with Tyson or
similar experience within the food industry. Research done while
completing an MS or Ph.D. may count as part of this requirement
Computer Skills: Requires basic computer skills. For example,
generating simple letters, spreadsheets, and creating simple queries.
May require knowledge of Tyson Business Computer System.
