Dairy R&D Scientist: Enzyme Hydrolysis & Flavor Innovation

CPS, Inc.; Kenosha (WI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

CPS, Inc. is seeking a Senior Research & Development Scientist - Dairy to lead and execute research initiatives focused on dairy-based ingredients, enzyme hydrolysis, and flavor development.

The role requires a strong science background and ability to collaborate across functions to drive innovation and process improvements. Responsibilities include experimental design, analytical testing, data interpretation, and guiding scale-up and commercialization from concept to market.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Dairy Science, Biotechnology, Chemistry, or a related field required.
• Master’s or Ph.D. preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute laboratory experiments, including enzyme hydrolysis, analytical testing, statistical analysis, and data interpretation.
• Develop and optimize dairy-based ingredient formulations using enzymes, flavor systems, and other functional components.
• Establish and refine analytical methods to evaluate product stability, functionality, and quality.
• Prepare nutritional labeling and product specifications while ensuring compliance with food regulations.
• Evaluate new technologies and process improvements related to enzyme hydrolysis, spray drying, and ingredient performance.
• Provide technical expertise in dairy ingredient applications and analytical methods.
• Maintain detailed project documentation, including batch records, test results, and reports.
• Conduct sensory evaluations to assess flavor, texture, and overall performance.
• Stay current on industry trends, scientific advancements, and regulatory changes.
• Apply knowledge of ingredient functionality to support troubleshooting and formulation optimization.
• Partner with R&D leadership on strategic initiatives and product development.
• Collaborate with QA to support testing, troubleshooting, and compliance.
• Communicate results and recommendations to cross-functional teams.
• Support scale-up efforts through formulation refinement and process optimization.
• Oversee and mentor the R&D Lab Assistant to ensure efficient lab operations.
• Maintain an organized lab environment, including inventory and equipment calibration.
• Ensure adherence to food safety and regulatory standards (FDA, FSMA, GFSI).

Skills

Lab experiments design

Analytical testing

Biotechnology

Cross-functional teamwork

Data interpretation

Regulatory compliance

Analytical equipment handling

Education

Bachelor's degree in Food Science (or related field)

Tools

Analytical equipment handling

Job description

CPS, Inc. is seeking a Senior Research & Development Scientist - Dairy to lead and execute research initiatives focused on dairy-based ingredients, enzyme hydrolysis, and flavor development.

The role requires a strong science background and ability to collaborate across functions to drive innovation and process improvements. Responsibilities include experimental design, analytical testing, data interpretation, and guiding scale-up and commercialization from concept to market.