JOB PURPOSE SUMMARY:
Work in interdepartmental role to lead in development of new product formulations. Prepare nutritional information and ingredient declarations, and assist in preparation of package labels.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Provide nutritional labeling, ingredient statements as applicable
- Provide direction to Pilot plants.
- Work with cross-functional teams in the development of new product formulations.
- Source ingredients
- Meet cost objectives
- Evaluate current processing capabilities
- Coordinate production start-up
- Facilitate product development by working with vendors.
- Lead pilot plant testing of experimental formulations.
- Lead plant trial testing.
- Provide equivalent or improved product quality and cost savings by evaluating new suppliers/ingredients.
- Establish production parameters and processing procedures by drafting product specifications.
- Confirm that products will meet code by conducting shelf life testing for new product formulations.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
A. Education and Experience:
- B.A. in Food Science or related field
- 6-8 years in Food Science or Food Manufacturing role
B. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Working knowledge of the Code of Federal Regulations
- Experienced in product development and formulation.
- Proficient in experimental design and food sensory evaluation techniques.
- Ability to work with little supervision
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