Food Scientist

Our client is currently seeking a Food Scientist/Technologist in Illinois.

Senior Food Technologist / Product Development Scientist/Food Scientist

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the development of new food products and optimization of existing ones.
• Create and refine benchtop prototypes.
• Plan, execute, and oversee production-scale test runs.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret technical data to guide product decisions.
• Develop initial product specifications and documentation.

Education, Skills, and Experience:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Food Science, Culinary Arts, or a closely related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Food Technologist or in a similar product development role.
• Demonstrated higher level of expertise and additional experience compared to a standard Food Technologist.
• In-depth knowledge of food ingredient functionality, product development, food processing, nutrition, and food labeling regulations.
• Hands-on capability to mix, process, and evaluate formulas as required.
• Experience planning, coordinating, and running plant test trials.

This role is ideal for a creative, detail-oriented food professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys bringing new food concepts to life.