Food scientist

Proforce Personnel; Quebec; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthy food company in Montreal West is seeking a Senior Food Scientist to drive the development of innovative snacks. You will lead R&D and oversee product development from concept to production. Ideal candidates will be bilingual with strong R&D experience and a passion for health food. Join a dynamic team dedicated to quality and sustainability.

Qualifications

• Experience in creating recipes and developing new food products.
• Strong understanding of food regulations and certifications.
• Ability to manage and mentor R&D technicians.

Responsibilities

• Lead R&D in the ready-to-eat industry.
• Develop products from concept to full-scale production.
• Perform and manage sensory evaluations.

Skills

Bilingual (English/French)

R&D Leadership

Product Development

Sensory Evaluation

Project Management

Job description

Are you a passionate Food Scientist ready to make a real impact? Are you looking for a new opportunity in Montreal West? Are you interested in the health food space? If so, this position is for you!

Our client is a dynamic and rapidly growing healthy food company located in Montreal West. We are seeking a talented, bilingual Senior Food Scientist to join their innovative R&D team. In this role, you will be at the forefront of creating delicious, healthy snacks. Your responsibilities will include:

1. Leading R&D in the ready-to-eat industry
2. Developing new products from concept to full-scale production
3. Creating recipes, making samples, and communicating with customers
4. Setting up and managing full-scale production trials
5. Creating production forms and finished product specifications
6. Performing and managing sensory evaluations of current and new products
7. Managing one R&D technician
8. Organizing and managing multiple projects while meeting deadlines and communicating progress
9. Optimizing bar recipes to align with production capabilities and processes
10. Identifying and implementing cost-saving initiatives
11. Providing technical R&D support to other departments
12. Staying updated on government regulations regarding ingredients and food labeling
13. Understanding various certifications such as Non-GMO, Kosher, Organic, etc.
14. Performing other related tasks as needed

If you thrive in a collaborative environment, possess a strong sense of purpose, and are committed to quality and accuracy, we want to hear from you! Apply now to schedule a quick chat.