Food & Beverage Applications Scientist

Northwestern Extract Company; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwestern Extract Company, a Wisconsin-based flavor manufacturer with 100 years in business, seeks a Scientist to join the R&D team. The role emphasizes independent work, strong communication, and the ability to thrive in a small business setting.

You will develop applications for sweet and beverage flavors across categories, maintain the lab, follow formulas, prepare and ship samples, and stand most of the day. Competitive benefits and growth opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• Strong independent worker with good communication skills
• Excellent math skills
• Detail-oriented
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Team player and good communicator

Responsibilities

• Develop a variety of applications for sweet and beverage flavors including but not limited to: Soda, Seltzers, Alcoholic Beverages, Candies, Gummies, Chocolates, Ice Creams, Popcorn, Lip Balm, Cake, Bread, etc.
• Maintain and clean lab
• Follow formulas to compound flavors
• Prepare and ship samples
• This position requires standing for most/all of the work day

Job description

Northwestern Extract Company is a 100 year old Wisconsin-based food and beverage flavor manufacturer seeking a Scientist to add to the R&D team. The ideal candidate will not only be a strong independent worker but has the qualities of an excellent team player and communicator. This individual will be able to thrive within a small business setting. The candidate should have excellent math skills, be highly-motivated, detail-oriented, and have the ability to operate in a fast-paced environment independently. Reporting directly to the Flavorist, job duties include:

• Develop a variety of applications for sweet and beverage flavors including but not limited to: Soda, Seltzers, Alcoholic Beverages, Candies, Gummies, Chocolates, Ice Creams, Popcorn, Lip Balm, Cake, Bread, etc.
• Maintain and clean lab
• Follow formulas to compound flavors
• Prepare and ship samples
• This position will also require standing for most/all of the work day

If you are looking for a challenging role in a fast-paced environment, this is the opportunity for you. We offer competitive compensation, benefits package, and opportunities for career growth.