Associate Food Technologist

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide product development from concept to commercialization.
• Assist in planning and execution of product concept demonstrations for existing and potential new customers.
• Actively participate in the design and physical production of bench samples that accurately mimic production line capabilities.
• Assist in continuous cost reduction of existing products while protecting or enhancing the organoleptic quality of products.
• Utilize statistics to define physical parameters of developed products.
• Accurate data entry and file maintenance.
• Physical assistance in production line tests, commercialization of new products, and continuous improvement efforts on the production floor.
• Other relevant duties and projects as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor of Science in Food Science, Meat Science or other related fields of study required; Master of Science preferred.
• Theoretical knowledge of further processing equipment and packaging.
• Bi-lingual language skills preferred.
• Computer skills in Microsoft Word, Excel and Power Point.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills.
• Basic knowledge of statistics.
• Willingness to work early morning and evening hours and weekends when necessary, and travel (approximately 30%).
• Good communication skills, with ability to work with all levels of management.