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& D Food Scientist – Emeryville, CA
Position Summary:
The Food Scientist is accountable for supporting and
facilitating the process of product development and enhancement by
researching ingredients and processes, developing and specifying
proprietary product formulas, leading through innovation projects, and
supporting the commercialization process. The jobholder is
responsible for formula and process creation for new and existing products,
finished product specification development and assisting brand marketing
and other Clif Bar departments to ensure high
quality products.
Principal Accountabilities:
§ Drive the
development of great products from conception into commercialization.
Research novel new processes and apply to the creation of new
products. Collaborate with R&D team members to deliver best
tasting products.
§ Research and help
source ingredients for new products and enhancements to existing
products. Perform analytical, sensory and practical tests, and assess
different interactions of ingredients to determine best options, while
working closely with other departments
§ Apply intuitive and
learned culinary knowledge to the product development process, craft
experimental designs, and specify and maintain product formulas based on
stated project objectives, ingredient specifications, sensory tests, and
consumer panel feedback
§ Collaborate with the
bakeries to develop and test formulas and processes that will replicate
product development results once in production. Make technical
decisions and maintain related information. Prepare related reports
and analyses of risks, opportunities, results and costs.
§ Develop finished
product specifications for new products, with consideration for special
requirements in which Clif Bar distributes or
plans to distribute its products. Prepare, edit and proof final
product wrapper information, working with internal partners, covering
standard and special product features, nutritional information, ingredients
and consumer alerts to potential risks.
§ Once products are
moved into production, work with technical services and Food Safety and
Integrity to insure ongoing performance of the products at
co-packers.
Job Difficulty:
The jobholder applies knowledge of food science, culinary
practices, food product manufacturing processes, and ingredient
characteristics with practical experience to the development and
improvement of new and current products to meet consumer preferences, Clif Bar’s product objectives, and FDA nutrition
guidelines and labeling requirements. The incumbent works closely with a
variety of Clif Bar departments to assess product
requirements and expectations, coordinate accurate internal and external
communication of product features, and control potential labeling
liabilities.
Education and Experience:
Degree (Master’s preferred) in food science or related field
and at least 5 years’ experience in food product research, development and
manufacturing is required. Culinary experience and/or culinology education a plus. Excellent computer
skills are required, including in depth knowledge of Microsoft Office and
ESHA Genesis or similar software. Successful performance also
requires strong verbal and written communication skills, creativity,
research, analysis and judgment abilities and interpersonal skills.
Incumbents must work independently and be able to handle a fluctuating
workload with occasional multiple conflicting priorities, while meeting
project deadlines. The ability to perform taste and other sensory
tests, such as bite and visual assessments, is an essential function of
this position. This position requires approximately 20% travel to
conduct on-site research as required.
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