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Senior
Food Scientist – Tualatin, OR
Position Summary:
Responsible for the research and development function of assigned new
natural/organic products and the maintenance of existing products.
Responsible to provide answers to technical questions regarding our
products or processes.
Essential Functions
•Establish formulas and procedures for new products.
•Modify and improve existing products as directed.
•Research equipment and ingredients needed for processing of new products.
•Coordinate product implementation/scale-up at PFO and co-packers.
•Coordinate and communicate technical product information to other
departments.
•Provide cost information regarding new products and formulation changes.
•Prepare nutritional analysis information.
Secondary Functions
•Test competitive products.
•Attend seminars, food shows, and events as required.
•Diagnose product related problems that arise in production.
•Assist with consumer and customer information.
•Organize working environment.
•Perform other duties as assigned.
Supervisory responsibilities: This position is not supervisory in nature.
Knowledge, skills and abilities:
•Technical knowledge in the composition and functionality of food systems.
•Culinary skills/experience, preferably in a commercial or food
manufacturing environment.
•Computer skills: Word, Excel, and Outlook, and Genesis.
•Organizational skills and the ability to prioritize.
•Interpersonal verbal communication and advanced math skills.
•Creativity and problem analysis skills.
•Decision making.
•Ability to read, write, speak and understand
English.
•Physical activities require standing, walking, bending, and some lifting.
•Physical ability to taste test all of our
products
Minimum Qualifications:
The position requires a Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent specializing in
Food Science, Culinology, or related field. Ideal
candidate will have both food science knowledge and culinary experience.
Two - five years of relevant experience in a food manufacturing setting.
Working conditions:
Work is performed during the day in a lab or production environment and
involves the use of office equipment, such as computers and telephones.
Some overtime may be required.
Compensation: Dependent on experience.
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