Application Technologist - Baking

Key Result Areas:Performance StandardsProduct DevelopmentContribute to the business objectives and strategic product development by assisting with the evaluation and improvement of existing product lines as identified to maximize profit.Contribute to the business objectives and strategic product development by assisting with and/or developing, formulating and testing new products to meet customer requirements. Ensure the products meet standards before market introduction/launch.This is a largely hands-on position involving laboratory development of formulations to be sold as dry mixes for the industrial production of cakes, donuts, muffins and other sweet goods.Projects typically involve improving flavor, color, volume, texture, stale-free shelf life and mold-free shelf life of sweet goodsReport results, findings, conclusions and recommendations on all new ingredients, products and suppliers to maximize profit and ensure a competitive advantage.Assist with technology innovation and stay abreast of new ingredients and developments in the sweet good areas including technical literature, trade literature and patentsFulfil the role of a Project Manager by adhering to the New Product Development Process, including all documentation. Ideation to product launch.Responsible for assisting with and/or evaluating and reporting on potential new AB Mauri products from GBI and sister companies, as required.Conduct all activities in a safe manner, wear PPE as necessary.Technical ServicesContribute to technical training seminars and/or information, as requested.Provide manufacturing, sales and marketing support upon request.Support procurement by evaluating and testing new and alternative raw materials.Assist with providing technical information and assistance to sales, marketing and customers with implementation of products, especially customized as needed, thus building a collaborative relationship with vendors and customer.Support TSMs in the field, as required.Expense ControlEnsure department expenses are within budget.Comply with the Corporate Travel policy and control spending.Contribute to department and capital budget preparations to ensure budget meets laboratory needs, as requested.ReportingActively update line management on progression of projects.Communicate results, conclusions and recommendations of new product testing in accurate and timely manner to all appropriate personnel.Professionally interact and communicate with Product Management, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Marketing, Quality, Sales and other departments.Complete weekly reports and monthly project reviews by due date.Complete project documentations within the product life cycle management software.Accurately document project progress and reports, including making conclusions, and recommendations.Customer FocusIs dedicated to meeting customer needsAdvocate for the customer-uncompromising and committed-always seeking to “make it easier” for our customers.Actively listens to customers and responds appropriatelyStrives to build positive customer relationshipsIs willing to explore changes to established procedures and products to meet customer needsUnderstands how personal actions impact customers and their use of our productsKey Result Areas:Performance StandardsHuman ResourcesComply with all HR policies and procedures.Comply with relevant employment laws.OtherKeep abreast of Bakery and Baking Ingredient Technology and enhance technical skills by attending appropriate seminars, professional meetings, training and additional course work.Other duties, as assigned.A COMBINATION OF THE LISTED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE IS PREFERREDBachelor’s degree or higher in Bakery Science, Food Science, or a related discipline; or in lieu of a degree, a minimum of 4 years of relevant professional experience.Candidate should be willing to learn ingredient functionality including enzymes, hydrocolloids, emulsifiers, leavening agents and moreThe ideal candidate is capable or willing to learn to formulate donuts, cakes, and muffins for industrial bakeriesKnowledge of dry mix operations and industrial sweet good production is very helpfulThe ideal candidate will have analytical skills or be willing to learn standard analytical tests associated with dry mixes and sweet goodsAbility to work with standard computer software such as Windows, Excel, Word and the ability to learn other specialized software specific to AB MauriStrong oral and written communication skills.Strong analytical, organizational and prioritization skills.Ability to manage multiple projects and tasks.working conditionsWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; and talk, hear and smell. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is sometimes exposed to airborne particles and chemicals. The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts.other factorsLight travel. #J-18808-Ljbffr AB Mauri Food Inc