Principal Scientist, Seasonings

Griffith Foods Limited; Toronto; On-site; CAD 137,000 - 179,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food research company in Toronto is seeking a Principal Scientist to lead product development initiatives in the seasonings category. This role involves hands-on research, collaboration with cross-functional teams, and maintaining high standards of technical excellence. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in food science and at least 10 years of relevant experience. Competitive salary range of $100K - $130K USD offered.

Benefits

Paid top-up for Pregnancy Parental leave

Health and Group Benefits (100% premiums paid)

Education reimbursement program

Annual wellness allowance

Generous retirement plan

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of Research and Product Development experience in the food industry.
• Solid understanding of ingredient functionality and processing techniques.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead product development projects for seasonings solutions.
• Conduct experiments to develop new products.
• Collaborate with marketing to implement the IPM process.

Skills

Machine Learning

Python

Data Science

AI

R

Research Experience

Data Analysis Skills

Natural Language Processing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Food Science

Master of Science degree in Food Science

Tools

CRM systems

Formula management platforms

Job description

Griffith Foods is the caring creative product development partner helping food companies meet the evolving needs of consumers while sustaining the planet. As a family business founded in 1919 and headquartered in Alsip Illinois USA Griffith Foods is known for true collaborative innovation guided by their Purpose of We Blend Care and Creativity to Nourish the World. The companys product capabilities range from seasonings and marinades to coating systems and sauces that are better for people and better for the planet. For more information visit .

Position Summary :

Reporting to the Senior Manager NA R&D Seasonings; the Principal Scientist Seasonings executes R&D initiatives to activate the North America (NA) Seasonings LRP strategy with specific focus on product leadership to drive proactive innovation. The Principal Scientist will lead product development projects and technical initiatives to develop new and optimized products for the NA Seasonings category innovation pipeline.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities :

Hands on Scientist with a passion to drive technical excellence conduct innovative research and independently plan design and execute experiments to develop seasonings solutions in support of Griffith Foods business strategy and long-range plan.

Collaborates with Category Marketing to implement the IPM process from an R&D function.

Works with considerable independence exercising ingenuity and judgement in the approach to tasks. Responsible for the design planning execution and reporting of experiments and projects of considerable complexity.

Leads multiple priorities projects and timelines concurrently.

Use technical and problem-solving skills to approach complex projects.

Effectively communicate project progress both internally and externally fostering strong relationships with clients and suppliers.

Maintains GLPs GMPs and all required development records using formula management platforms and CRM.

Analyze experimental data and prepare detailed technical reports to document findings progress and potential areas for improvement.

Leads or participates in cross-functional task forces to support NA initiatives to accomplish our LRP aspirations.

Represents NA R&D in professional business relationships with regional client and supplier base academia government and other industry stakeholders.

Ensure the security and confidentiality of all information regarding Griffith Innovation or Client product formulas and related data.

Support the hiring and growth of summer interns fostering talent development within the organization.

May travel up to 20% as required for project collaboration and knowledge exchange.

Qualifications :

Bachelors degree in Food Science Food Technology Food Chemistry or related technical degree is required.A Master of Science degree in Food Science or related Science is preferred.

Minimum of 10 years of Research and Product Development experience within the food industry.

Solid understanding of ingredient functionality application and downstream processing techniques used in the commercialization of consumer-packaged foods.

Must be able to travel as required.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills with an ability to influence and collaborate with suppliers / stakeholders.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex data sets.

Exposure to commercialization of a range of food product formats and processes is highly desired.

What We Offer(

Paid top-up for Pregnancy Parental and Compassionate Care leave.

Health and Group Benefits (100% of premiums paid by Griffith foods).

Education reimbursement program.

Life event recognition and on the job recognition.

Generous defined contribution retirement plan.

Career development and growth opportunities.

Annual wellness allowance.

Annual incentive.

• Please note that terms and conditions apply.

Equal Opportunity Employer :

Griffith Foods is an equal opportunity employer. We respect and seek to empower each individual and support the diverse cultures perspectives skills and experiences within our workforce. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We will work with applicants requesting accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process. If you need assistance or require accommodation please contact :

Pay Scale : Min $100K Max $130K (U.S. Currency)

Required Experience :

Staff IC

Key Skills

Machine Learning,Python,Data Science,AI,R,Research Experience,Sensors,Drug Discovery,Research & Development,Natural Language Processing,Data Analysis Skills,Toxicology Experience

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1