Location: Grand Rapids, Michigan, us
Job Summary:
Job Summary
The Senior Food Scientist plays a key role in food product development, leading research and innovation to create and enhance products. This position requires collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure market-leading food solutions while ensuring regulatory compliance and optimizing production processes.
Job Duties
- Lead research on food trends, ingredients, and technologies.
- Oversee product development from concept to commercialization.
- Develop prototypes and conduct sensory evaluations.
- Optimize product formulations and manufacturing processes.
- Evaluate and source ingredients in collaboration with procurement.
- Ensure compliance with food safety regulations and standards.
- Manage multiple projects and provide team mentorship.
Required Skills (Keywords)
- Food Science
- Product Development
- Research and Innovation
- Recipe Formulation
- Process Optimization
- Regulatory Compliance
- Sensory Evaluation
- Analytical Skills
- Project Management
- Collaboration
Required Experiences (Topics)
- Bachelor's degree in Food Science or related field.
- 5+ years in food product development, preferably in CPG or food manufacturing.
- Experience with snacks, confections, grains, or similar product categories.
- Knowledge of food chemistry, microbiology, and processing principles.
- Understanding of food regulations and quality assurance protocols.
- Proven ability to lead complex projects in a dynamic environment.
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