Application Scientist (Atchison, KS)

Atchison 1300 Main Street PO Box 130 Atchison, KS 66002, USA The Application Scientist is responsible for the development, optimization, and commercialization of food and beverage applications utilizing the company’s ingredient portfolio. This role supports customer innovation, internal product development, and commercialization across cereals and snacks, coating systems, bakery products, and beverage applications. The position requires strong technical knowledge, project management capability, and cross‑functional collaboration to deliver scalable, market‑ready solutions aligned with business objectives. What you will be doing: Product Development & Technical Execution Provide technical support, troubleshooting, and formulation guidance to customers. Support plant trials, commercialization activities, and technical documentation. Participate in customer meetings, demonstrations, and innovation sessions. Customer & Commercial Support Partner with Sales and Marketing to translate customer briefs into scalable product concepts. Support plant trials, commercialization activities, and technical documentation. Participate in customer meetings, demonstrations, and innovation sessions. Cross‑Functional Collaboration & Compliance Collaborate with Quality, Regulatory, Operations, and Procurement to ensure compliance and successful scale‑up. Maintain accurate documentation, formulations, and project records in accordance with company procedures. Support continuous improvement and innovation pipeline initiatives. Remain current on industry trends, including plant‑based nutrition, high‑protein, keto, and reduced‑carbohydrate formulations. Who we are looking for: Master’s degree required. Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Food Engineering, or related discipline required. Minimum 3–8 years of experience in food applications, R&D, or product development. Experience in extrusion, bakery systems, coating technologies, or beverage formulation preferred. Experience supporting commercialization and plant‑scale production strongly preferred. Strong understanding of ingredient functionality (proteins, starches, fibers, hydrocolloids). Demonstrated formulation capability across snacks, bakery, coatings, and beverages. Knowledge of nutrition targets, labeling considerations, and regulatory fundamentals. Ability to manage multiple technical projects with strong problem‑solving skills. Effective written, verbal, and presentation communication skills. Proficiency with standard laboratory, pilot‑plant, and documentation systems. Physical Requirements: Includes frequently used office equipment, computer software programs, manuals, books, or other written resources, hand tools, power tools, two‑way radios, and other tools/equipment/resources; includes use of sanitation equipment and lab/field equipment; Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, SAP, copier/printer. Office Equipment: Computer, Copier, Fax machine, two‑way radio. Ability to work in laboratory, pilot‑plant, and manufacturing environments. Ability to lift up to 25 pounds and stand for extended periods during trials. Occasional exposure to food allergens and production equipment with appropriate PPE. We are excited to learn more about you! At MGP, we know that our people are our greatest strength. We are focused on our 2026 Safety initiative and inclusivity. We offer exceptional medical, dental, vision, short‑ and long‑term disability, life insurance, 401(k) Match and PTO. Background Checks All successful candidates for this position will be required to submit to a criminal background check and drug test. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr