Associate Food Scientist

Associate Food Scientist LOCATION: Onsite in Alsip, IL COMPENSATION: $68,400–$87,900 Griffith Foods is hiring an Associate Food Scientist to support Research and Development projects, developing new and optimized products for key clients, supporting the overall business strategy. This role offers an opportunity to bring innovation to life by partnering with the R&D team, providing hands‑on creative and technical support that impacts worldwide. Responsibilities Applying food science principles in research and development. Providing support to the design, planning, execution, and reporting of experiments and projects under the direction of a Director, Manager, Senior Principal or Principal Scientist. Working within assigned priorities, projects and timelines, using technical and problem‑solving skills to approach projects. Communicating project progress internally. Completing product formulation activities to drive efficient production of safe and regulatory compliant food products. Following R&D processes to ensure efficiencies and effectiveness of function. Maintaining GLP, GMP, and all required laboratory records via electronic systems and written protocols. Completing assigned activities that support the long‑term strategy of the organization. Representing R&D in professional business relationships with client and supplier base. Maintaining security of product formulas and related confidential information. Qualifications A sense of urgency. Attention to detail. Customer‑facing interaction or presenting skills. Experience working well on a team. What will set you apart Experience at a seasoning, flavoring or meat company. Travel & Physical Requirements Must be able to travel 30% of the time. Must be able to work onsite in Alsip, IL five days per week. Must be able to lift at least 25 lbs. Must be okay with visiting meat processing plants and attending trials within our seasoning plant. Candidates must currently possess unrestricted authorization to work in the United States. Work visa sponsorship is not available for this role. Benefits Medical, Rx, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts, EAP, Health Advocacy, Financial Planning, Parental Leave, Care.com, Adoption & Surrogacy Assistance, Education Assistance/Tuition Reimbursement, Safety Reimbursement, Lifestyle Spending Account, Group Life & AD&D, Voluntary Life Insurance, Short Term & Long Term Disability, 401(k) Plan with Company Match, ESOP, PTO, Holidays & Leaves, Accident Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Hospital Indemnity, Home & Auto Insurance, Pet Insurance, Identity Theft Protection, Long Term Care + Life Insurance & Legal Assistance. #J-18808-Ljbffr