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R&D Food Technologist II – Carson City, NV
Tracking Code
172959-089
Job Description
Job Title: Food Technologist II
Reports to: R & D Director
Location: Carson City, NV
FLSA Status: Exempt
About the Company
SunOpta Inc. is an operator
of high-growth ethical businesses, focusing on integrated business models
in the natural and organic food and natural health markets.
About the Division
The SunOpta Healthy Snacks
Division manufactures both Natural/Organic nutrition bars that are
distributed throughout North America and in many regions in the world. SunOpta produces products for retail partners under
their Private Brand labels and also co-manufacture for some of the most
recognizable brands in the North American marketplace.
Required Skills
The Food Technologist will be responsible for the
development of new products and adaptation of existing formulas to meet
customer requirements and specifications. Products include fruit
preparations and related products for food bars dairy, bakery, and
specialty applications.
· Develop products from
conception to production that meets customers
specifications and needs.
· Manage and complete
assigned research & development projects within specified timelines.
· Develop products
within cost parameters as required.
· Responsibilities
include formulation, bench top cook-up, flavor and
color application.
· Oversee pilot and
start-up batches, adapting formulas and processes as required.
· Conduct function
and/or sensory evaluation on new ingredients, flavors and finished
products, including shelf studies.
· Complete required
commercialization documents and enter production formulas and process
procedures in the Oracle system.
· Establish product
specifications on new products and update as needed.
· Develop nutritionals
on Genesis Program and update as needed.
· Develop and update
product labeling information.
· Ensure new products
are in compliance with all regulations and certifications.
· Complete and submit
documentation for organic, gluten free, and other certifications as
required.
· Provide product
information and technical support to customers.
· Complete product
specifications on customer web based sites with all required product information.
· Gain and share
technical knowledge keeping informed of new technologies, ingredients,
products and processes.
· Effectively
communicate and provide technical support to Sales, Quality Assurance and
Production departments.
· Work with Procurement
to source new quality and cost effective ingredients and complete
documentation including specifications on new raw materials.
· Work with R&D, QA,
production personnel on products and processes as needed.
· Effectively
communicate with R&D manager on projects.
· Other duties assigned
by R&D Manager.
Required Experience
Knowledge experience and/or skill in:
· Food Science
· Bachelor’s degree in
Food Science or related preferred
· 2 - 5 years of
experience in product development.
· Experience in fruit
snacks, protein meal bars, natural/organic healthy
snacks.
· Knowledge of
regulatory, organic and kosher requirements
· Formulations skills
· Organoleptic abilities
· Strong organization
skills and good follow-up
· PC proficient in
Windows based applications.
· Knowledge of Oracle,
Genesis programs a plus
Ability to:
· Communicate
effectively
· Multi-task and
prioritize varied duties
· Good interpersonal and
team work abilities
· Innovative
· Analytical
· Positive attitude
· May be required to
lift up to 50 pounds on occasion.
· Able to climb stairs.
· Some exposure to cold
temperatures, equipment and chemical hazards
Job Location
Carson City, Nevada,
United States
Position Type
Full-Time/Regular
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