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Food Technologist – Bolingbrook, IL
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Job ID:
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Date:11/11/2009
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Location:Bolingbrook
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State:Illinois
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Degree:B.S./B.A.
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Major:Food or Meat Science
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Salary:Not Specified Why?
Job Types:
Food
Technol/Scientists, Research & Development
Job Description
Our Company
We've
evolved from a portion cut steak provider into one of the world's largest
multiple protein providers to foodservice, military and retail - all while
maintaining our commitment to building our customers's businesses with top
quality, value added products.
Job
Summary - Food Technologist
We
are searching for an experienced meat scientist to work within our Research
and Development team. This position will be responsible for the creation of
food samples with a consistent flavor, color, texture and appeal according
to customer specifications by performing the following duties:
Duties
and Responsibilities
Knowledge
of plant production processes: - Raw material identification - Processing
techniques and standards - Marination calculations and application methods
- Packaging and boxing practices - Labeling procedures and requirements -
Record keeping requirements for samples
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Knowledge of food processing technology - Communicates quality issues and
new product ideas with suppliers and assists in the slection of products
from suppliers. - Receives orders from and collaborates with the Director
and/or Vice President of Research and Development. - Develops the
capability to repeat the process to guarantee consistency and safety. -
Proofreads Product Development Details, including checks of the
mathematical accuracy of formulas submitted by Product Development
Personnel. - Reviews sample requests on a daily basis. - Initiates
procurement of raw materials and ingredients pursuant to production of
samples. - Supports Quality Assurance Department regarding compliance by
gathering and providing MSDS information, product specifications,
ingredient statements, nutritional statements and nutritional analyses from
vendors. - Determines whether product has met requirements and quality to company
and department standards. - Applies statistical methods to plan development
work and analyze results, presenting results in print. - Prepares
prototypes to prove feasibility of a product concept and to investigate
implementation details.
Qualifications
- B.S. Degree in Food or Meat Science Technology - At least 3 to 5 years
related experience in the Food Manufacturing Industry - Experience working
with whole muscle technology
We
offer a generous benefits package in addition to a competitive starting salary.
Interested
candidates should forward their resume AND recent salary history or salary
requirements in order to be considered.
No
recruiters, please.
EOE/M/F/D/V
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