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Senior Food Scientist-CAN0002S
Canton, NC
Description
Responsibilities:
Provide
technical expertise on foods and functional food interactions
with packaging
materials and define up front packaging performance
criteria.
Use food
science expertise, QA/QC, microbiology, and market knowledge to
support new and existing
packaging products to customers.
Provide insight
on micro-biological risk within Operations, QA, NPD, and customers
Extensive
knowledge of product and production testing protocols,
expertise in
microbiology, and reporting results to the appropriate
departments.
Recommend new
projects and actively assign timelines.
Passion for
cutting edge technologies and packaging markets, regulations
and trends.
Provide
technical assistance to optimize and enable existing
manufacturing processes
Use of Stage
Gateฎ processes
Work in
cross-functional and cross-category teams.
Detail and
results oriented with strong organizational skills Be able to communicate
current technology developments in the food
industry, packaging, and
microbiology to non-technical individuals.
Self-motivated
and capable of working independently Familiar with GLP & GMP Only
energetic, motivated and highly achieving professionals will be
considered
Travel up to
15% domestic and international (e.g. Israel, Europe, LatAm,
Far East, etc.)
Disclaimer
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level
of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are
not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties,
and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be
required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from
time to time, as needed.
Qualifications
REQUIREMENTS:
Ph.D. in Food
Science with extensive microbiological expertise or PhD in Microbiology
with extensive knowledge of Food Science and technology or related
discipline is a must 10-15 years industrial experience in foods. (must
have)
Strong
technical background in a wide range of food application areas
such as dairy,
beverage, bakery, ready meal, sauces, spreads, dressings,
etc.
Strong
background in microbiology
Proven track
record of innovation from concept to commercialization of
foods, niche
functional food products, or packaging for foods.
Self-starter
with ability to take a role as a technology project manager
in NPD with
proven experience managing and planning multiple projects
simultaneously, ensuring timely
completion in a fast-paced environment.
Attention to
detail, sense of urgency, and excitement.
Provide
regulatory guidance on product manufacturing and labeling.
Collaborate
effectively across different business units and functional
areas.
Available to
travel up to 15% domestic and international.
Outstanding
knowledge of and experience in foods, processing,
characterization, and
regulations.
Demonstrated
ability to effectively deliver packaging projects from
inception to
completion according to established guidelines and
timelines.
Ability to be
effective technical resource for the corporation.
Experience in
packaging desirable.
Strong computer
skills, (i.e. Microsoft Office,
Analytical/micro-biological
instrumentation software) Ability to challenge Key Opinion Formers in
alignment to corporate
goals.
Detailed oriented,
high degree of accuracy.
Strong
organizational skills with the ability to actively contribute to
new projects
Ability to make
independent decisions within a team environment Excellent communication,
inter-personal, and time management skills.
Flexibility in
the ability to prioritize, multi task, and learn quickly
with a positive
attitude.
Job
: Manager, Product
Development 2
Schedule
: Full-time
Primary Location
: NC-Canton
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