Job Summary
Culinary or FoodScientist Role
If you are interested in joining and contributing to a privately held 65-year
young
organization as a memberon our Product Development Team
I would like to speak with you. We are positioned and planning for double digit growth for the next 5 years. The stability and growth of our organization has proven to be a two-way street
we are successful because of our associates and in turn, our associates have contributed to a culture that is family orientated, collaborative and focuses on accountability and teamwork. Our organization develops and produced products thru three different platforms. We provide solutions to our customers/consumers thru shelf stable (canned and foil pouches), frozen meals and entrees and refrigerated products. Our associates are not afraid to speak up! Our long-term success is attributed to our talented employees that have kept us relevant in the marketplace by providing innovative products and packaging that has kept us front and center of the consumers and our customers. This entrepreneurial company values its associates and our ability to provide customer service that sets us apart in the marketplace. This opportunity is located in south central Minnesota. This growing organization is providing an opportunity to grow your skills with them and to be part of the leadership team of this organization. Can do, will do, team win
positive attitude is critical!
PRIMARY ACOUNTABILITIES:
- Manage onsite culinary and food science projects
- Work with Sales and Operations and at times, customers, when determining viability of new products.
- Plan, organize and lead projects to meet company and customer standard
- Develop new products and line extensions from bench top to commercialization.
- Provide both internal and external customers with technical support as needed.
- Direct and conduct research studies on products, procedures and manufacturing processes
- Work closely with sales team and assist in client presentations as needed.
- Develop and communicate capabilities of the organization; Ability to translate customer?s needs into new product
- Stay abreast of technologies and business conditions thru continued education.
- Speak Up .
Education, Experience, Skills:
- Bachelor?s Degree with a culinary or food science degree (Food science, Biology, Chemistry etc.) desired along with at least 3 years of experience in product development.
- Technical knowledge in the manufacturing of food products
- A success story or two on product development; formulations
- CI experience
- Establishes an efficient base of external vendors for ingredients, packaging, equipment and technical support
- Develops new products and line extensions from bench top to commercialization
- Must be self-motivated and have well-developed problem-solving skills. Must demonstrate analytic and project management skills, and have experience using Outlook and Microsoft Office suite.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their application online using the link below.
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