JOB FILLED - Food Scientist

Job Description: 
  • Create formulas and develop prototype and benchtop samples of custom fortified dietary supplement blends and functional nutrients
  • Develop strategic partnerships with external industry leaders and internal stakeholders to generate new and innovative opportunities
  • Determine the maturity or stability of raw ingredients; evaluates the safety, quality, and nutritional value of finished products 
  • Interact with cross functional teams (including quality, procurement, supply chain, and manufacturing) to resolve issues that may arise during new product development or existing product improvement 
  • Conduct sensory testing, texture analysis, and color analysis of different gummy supplements 
  • Comply with company procedural guidelines, laboratory procedures, and safety programs 
Education and Experience:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Chemistry or related area required; Master’s degree preferred
  • Experience working with Genesis software or similar software 
  • At least three years of related experience highly preferred 
  • Experience working within the natural foods channel, dietary supplement, or pharmaceutical industry 
Benefits:
  • Medical, Dental, & Vision plan 
  • Supplemental insurance plans: Accident Advantage, Cancer Protection, Critical Care Protection, Short Term / Long Term disability
  • Company paid life insurance
  • Simple IRA retirement plan, with matching contributions
  • Paid time off, starting at 10 days per calendar year
  • Volunteer time off, up to 5 days per calendar year
This individual will occasionally be asked to travel from our Mt. Vernon facility to our Purdy facility.
Compensation/Salary: 
DOE
Confidential Job: 
0
Last Resume Date: 
Wednesday, August 24, 2022 - 1:45pm
Contact First Name: 
Melissa