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Food Scientist -
Bakery to update, develop and communicate the physiochemical technical
data of the Companys ingredient products; develop, document, and
communicate formulation and nutritional labeling aspects of formulations
using the Companys ingredients; and assist customers with formulations
that incorporate the Companys ingredient products. He/she will provide
technical assistance to the Companys Technical Services team, sales team,
distributors, customers and affiliates throughout North America and globally
as required. Also, work with customers and Technical Service to identify
formulation challenges, solve problems and develop new, innovative ideas.
He/she will help the Company identify market trends and suggest new
applications and ingredients to help the company respond to market
demands.
Key Result Areas:
Application Development - To develop relevant food applications and
update application data for existing ingredient products. Create
innovative formulations that demonstrate the advantages, superiority, and
added value of the Companys products. Complete additional research using
Companys test kitchen and laboratory facilities on new applications for
ingredient products (existing and new products). Identify formulation
challenges, solve problems and develop new, innovative ideas.
Technical Data - To create, update, and maintain technical manuals for
all company products. Perform or outsource necessary application testing
to update data on existing and new ingredient products. Advise management
on the merits of proposed food technology research by outside parties.
Provide collaboration and support to production/manufacturing in the area
regarding the Companys new and existing ingredient products. Assist the
company in identifying opportunities to market ingredient products (new
or existing) to new sectors of the food industry or through new
applications.
Sales Support - To provide collaboration and support in the area of food
technology to Technical Service, sales personnel, customers, distributors,
and agents as required. Assist with marketing efforts at food industry
trade shows (IFT, FISA, etc). Provide support to customers and
prospective customers in the development of new food products
incorporating the Companys ingredients. Assist with the development of
new food and supplement products for direct marketing by the Company, as
required.
Communications - To write reports and present results of findings through
presentations and e-mail updates. Present recent research and existing
technical/nutritional data at conferences, including trade events,
customer symposiums, etc., as well as company media activities, including
writing articles for trade publications, company newsletters, etc.
Selection Criteria:
1.) Experience in processed foods industry. Experience working with
modified starches, hydrocolloids, high potency sweeteners, and flavors, a
plus.
2.) Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills required for
formulation work.
3.) Good written and oral communication skills. Flexible interpersonal
skills, with an ability to interact effectively across all levels of the
organization and in a variety of cultures both internal and external.
4.) Good planning and organizational skills.
5.) Self starter, able to work independently with minimal direction.
6.) Approximately 20% travel will be required.
7.) Bachelors degree in food science, chemistry or related scientific
field (e.g. engineering, nutrition, food technology).
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