Associate Scientist: Flavor & Coatings Innovator

Newly Weds Foods- Corporate; Dyersburg (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Newly Weds Foods seeks an Associate Scientist to advance product development in seasonings and coatings, training across R&D processes, and duplicating products to meet customer needs. The role emphasizes collaboration with internal teams and external suppliers to ensure quality and cost efficiency.

A strong foundation in food science and related software supports ingredient functionality and process documentation.

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Food Science, Culinary Science, Biology, Chemistry or related field.
• Strong communication, interpersonal skills and general knowledge in MS Office, AS400 and Lotus Notes.

Responsibilities

• Complete all aspects of NWF training.
• Follow R&D standards and maintain NWF procedures.
• Develop proficiency in developing and duplicating products.
• Begin independent account responsibility.
• Develop a positive working relationship with both internal and external customers.
• Develop knowledge in ingredient functionality.
• Build and maintain a working relationship with vendors and suppliers.
• Maintain accurate project and product records.
• Pass internal audits.
• Display team focus and collaboration.
• Perform other duties or special projects as needed.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Food Science/related field

Tools

MS Office

AS400

Lotus Notes

Job description

Newly Weds Foods seeks an Associate Scientist to advance product development in seasonings and coatings, training across R&D processes, and duplicating products to meet customer needs. The role emphasizes collaboration with internal teams and external suppliers to ensure quality and cost efficiency.

A strong foundation in food science and related software supports ingredient functionality and process documentation.