Food Technologist
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Mar. 26, 2012 - Apr. 20, 2012
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Location:
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Cold
Spring, MN, MN
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Exempt/Non-Exempt:
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Exempt
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Benefits:
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Medical, Life, Dental, Disability, 401K and More
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Type:
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Full Time
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Department:
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Research ad Development
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Description:
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POSITION SUMMARY:
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The
Food Technologist manages the new product prototype development process
and manages all aspects of test kitchen operation. Additionally,
the Food Technologist develops product performance measurement systems,
providing statistical basis for decision making. The Food Technologist
represents the company with customers and the media.
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Duties:
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ESSENTIAL
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other
duties may be assigned
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1.
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Own and drive several
key steps in the Product Development Process. Including (but not
limited to) prototype development, product formulations, operational
definitions, raw material specifications, and technical details for plant
trials. Develop bench-top prototypes and assist in the execution of plant
trials/product scale-up research leading to the development of new
products and line extensions as directed by the BDU team
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2.
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Maintaint all necessary documents on
Product Spec Database and Quick Place required by R&D including
Product Formulas
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Processing
Procedures
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Raw
Material Product Spec's
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Operational
Definitions
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Organoleptic
Attribute Assessments
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All
supplier documents (product spec's, MSDS, allergen declaration, USDA
letter of guarantee, etc.)
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3.
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Drive the new product
ideation process by conducting New Product Innovation Sessions.
Sessions incorporate new technologies, trends and processes which can
lead to new products, line extensions or product improvements.
Finished product concepts are submitted to BDU via BOP process
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4.
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Develop
and execute ongoing monitoring systems utilizing sensory analysis methods
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5.
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Conduct product
improvement projects including cost reductions and performance
improvements
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6.
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Develop reconstitution methods
and directions for all finished products by testing multiple methods for
retail, deli and food service products.
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7.
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Provide work direction
to the R&D Technician working in the test kitchen. This
includes training on all kitchen equipment operations, testing
procedures, monitoring procedures and personal safety.
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8.
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Manage Gold'n Plump test kitchen by maintaining all
equipment, ingredients and maintain a safe work environment
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9.
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Deal directly with
customers to resolve product performance issues
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10.
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Present prototype
and/or conceptual new products to customers as needed.
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11.
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Represent Gold'n Plump to the media via cooking shows and
public appearances.
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EXPECTATIONS
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all Team Members
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Observe & enforce all company personnel, quality, safety, and food
safety policies.
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Maintains a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a
manner so that you work effectively and cooperatively with customers,
clients, coworkers, and leadership teams.
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Participates in process improvement and problem solving utilizing
continuous improvement and rational thinking methodologies such as Six
Sigma, and participates in or supports the E$P program
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Qualifications:
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KNOWLEDGE,
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
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- B.S. in Food Science or
related field.
- Excellent communication
skills including report writing, presentation, and public speaking.
- Must have strong culinary,
analytical skills. Must drive statistically based decision making.
- Prior development
experience for 3 - 5 years is highly desirable.
Apply Here
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