Food Scientist

Food Scientist

Our client is looking for a Food Scientist for their Plant-Based Proteins group to join their R&D Team in Omaha, Nebraska!

As a Food Scientist, reporting to the R&D Manager, you are an essential contributor to product development for our plant-based proteins products. You will bring a food forward focused mindset to improve or bring new products to the table.

Position Responsibilities:

• Develop new products beginning at the concept phase through successful commercialization
• Design and conduct plant trials and new product start-ups
• Plan, prioritize and complete tasks effectively and efficiently
• Creates product development schedules that are required to meet project timelines
• Maintain accurate and complete records
• Work with pilot plant equipment under limited supervision
• Learn and utilize on-line specification system
• Design and execute experiments and prepare results for review
• Conceptualize and develop new products prototypes
• Manages individual tasks and works under limited supervision
• Drive product cuttings, plant trials, and testing
• Maintains a clean, organized and safe work area, including the cleaning of equipment, utensils and work surfaces

Position Requirements:

• Bachelors in Food Science or related degree.
• 3+ years of post-college graduation relevant industry work experience (not including internships) within a food design and commercialization role.
• Prefer product development experience with meat and plant-based proteins.
• Requires knowledge and industry experience in food product design, formulation, ingredient functionality and interaction, process design, product scale-up, plant testing and commercialization.
• Ability to independently manage and lead multiple projects.
• Demonstrate ability to communicate well and to effectively influence and interact with others to accomplish research goals.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office software
• Good understanding of food industry standards of quality and foods safety, and FDA regulations.

Physical Requirements:

• Work in and around cramped/confined spaces.
• Climbing to various heights via stairs or ladders
• Exposure to manufacturing environments for periodic extended workdays to include loud noise, excessive heat, cold, wet, and slippery conditions.
• Use of tools, equipment, and machinery
• Driving a company or rental vehicle for up to 6 hours as needed
• May travel up to 30% of time. Must be able to travel independently and as a responsible CAG representative.

Excellent benefits and relocation offered!