R&D Scientist - Masa Flour & Corn Milling Innovation

Quality Administration; Saskatchewan; On-site; CAD 96,000 - 124,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading milling company is seeking a Technical Innovator to drive innovation in masa flour products. The ideal candidate has 5–10 years of experience in product development within the food science sector, deep knowledge of nixtamalization, and exceptional communication skills. This full-time role offers competitive compensation, benefits, and opportunities for professional growth in a collaborative environment focused on creativity and continuous improvement.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• 5–10+ years of experience in masa flour product development, operations, or commercialization.
• Deep knowledge of nixtamalization, corn varietals, and masa functionality.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional projects and scale-up efforts.
• Work directly with customers to ensure success.

Skills

Food Science

Agricultural Engineering

Communication Skills

Spanish Proficiency

Education

Advanced Degree in Food Science or related field

Job description

A leading milling company is seeking a Technical Innovator to drive innovation in masa flour products. The ideal candidate has 5–10 years of experience in product development within the food science sector, deep knowledge of nixtamalization, and exceptional communication skills. This full-time role offers competitive compensation, benefits, and opportunities for professional growth in a collaborative environment focused on creativity and continuous improvement.