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MUST HAVE a Degree in Food Science
- If not, please do NOT apply. - Thanks!
The position supports the marketing/R&D initiatives through product and
process development. The successful candidate will have strong baked goods
formulation ability, can operate independently, and work well with various
cross-functional teams in the organization. A successful candidate must have
strong project management skills, and maintain data recording keeping
throughout the process. The position will require an individual that is
highly organized and can maintain a high level of professionalism, tact and
confidentiality with proprietary information. Passion for Wonder® and
Hostess® brands is a plus.
Will report
to the Director of Cake Innovation, and work with other more experienced
Technologists.
Optimize
products for quality and tolerance.
Document and
maintain records of lab work.
Organize
product reviews, summarize, document and communicate outcome.
Assist in
organizing plant testing.
Perform
changes to formulas and operations on bench, pilot and plant operations
levels as directed and required to meet new objectives, and evaluates
variable relationships in qualitative and quantitative terms.
Team with other
departments (Marketing, Operations, Finance, etc.) to provide technical
assistance and support of New Product/Project Team.
Provide
written and oral reports to higher management levels regarding both
tactical plans and achievements.
Occasionally
interact with plant operations personnel in the set up and performance of
plant trials to mimic pilot conditions &/or validate results via repetitive
performances.
Independently
provide performance of physical measurements on products using standard
tools and devices, per training program. Evaluate and procure new
measurement and evaluation tools as required to achieve optimized results.
Interact with
vendors and suppliers procuring and/or developing new ingredients in
support of innovation development.
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