Bilingual Food Product Scientist 1

Maple Leaf Foods; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food company seeks a Product Scientist 1 to develop innovative products. The role requires collaborative efforts with multiple departments in a fast-paced environment, focusing on food science and technology. Bilingual proficiency in French and English is essential.

Qualifications

• Passion for food science and technology.
• Capable of translating theory into practice.
• Enjoy practical, hands-on experience.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for creation and execution of new and modified products.
• Collaborate with various stakeholders to bring products to life.
• Involve in benchtop, pilot plant, and manufacturing activities.

Skills

Bilingual proficiency in French and English

Self-motivated

Team oriented

Results-focused

Creative problem-solving

Job description

The Opportunity:

This position requires full bilingual proficiency in French and English.

The position of Product Scientist 1 is responsible for the creation and execution of new and modified products in the Research, Development & Technology department. Areas of activity within the department include rapid prototyping, new product development, line extensions, product reformulation, cost reduction, ingredient evaluation, and investigating food manufacturing processes. They will collaborate closely with marketing, sales, operations, quality assurance, purchasing, and other stakeholders to bring new products and product modifications to life.

The individual will need to be self-motivated, team oriented, results-focused, and enjoy a fast-paced environment in their pursuit of the end goal. They will be capable of bringing creative approaches to the resolution of the broad array of challenges. They must also enjoy the hands-on nature of the job that will require involvement in benchtop, pilot plant, and manufacturing site activities. A passion for food science and technology together with the ability to translate theory into practice are critical.

This opportunity is based out of Mississauga, Ontario, with frequent travel to our sites in the Greater Toronto Area, and Greater Montreal Area.

Any MLF team member interested in being considered for this role are encouraged to apply online by July 04. Applications received beyond that date are not guaranteed consideration.