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Summary
Food Scientist is responsible for customer purchase order
entry, new project costing, implementation of all new product formulas, and
changes to existing formulas from concept through manufacturing. This
includes, but is not limited to, set-up of new raw materials, compilation
of finished product specifications, detail verifications, and record
retention. The R&D formulation tech maintains communication with
customers, and ensures customer satisfaction.
Job Responsibilities
- Properly detail, organize,
and implement new and existing formulas from set-up through
production;
- Compile details of all new
and revised formulas into a FPS, and maintain FPS through a review and
approval process;
- Maintaining customer POs and
material demand;
- Compiling and Reviewing paperwork
for accuracy and functionality prior to product production;
- Oversees the review of all
new and revised product label proofs for accuracy;
- Maintain final product change
records in the FPS and Batch Master;
- Routinely reports on project
status.
Job Requirements
- High School Diploma or
equivalent with 3+ year experience in a business related field, or 2
year degree with 1+ year experience in a business related field,
(prefer science related experience and/or education, or nutritional
science background);
- Strong mathematical and
problem solving skills;
- Strong written and verbal
communication skills;
- Strong organizational skills
with a strong attention to detail;
- Ability to multi-task and
prioritize responsibilities, and work in a fast paced work environment;
- Strong documentation
practices, proof reading, and recording keeping skills;
- Ability to work both
independently and in a team environment.
Required Computer Skills
- Working knowledge of general
computer operations and concepts;
- Working knowledge of
Microsoft Office including Outlook & Word;
- Advanced working knowledge of
Microsoft Excel;
- Ability to type 40 wpm;
- Preferred knowledge of Batch
Master or other Manufacturing Software.
Physical Requirement
- Ability to sit for extended
hours;
- Ability to view a computer
screen and type for extended hours;
- Other physical requirements
include moderate standing and occasional, squatting, bending and
twisting;
- Work environment is normally
in an office setting;
- Must be able to make rounds
in a warehouse environment.
Other Requirement
- Must be able to adjust work
schedule to business needs.
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