Food Processing Engineer

Hired by Matrix, Inc; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An international food and beverage company in Plano, TX is seeking a Food Processing Engineer for a contract position. The role involves leading projects for high moisture food development and optimizing processes. Candidates should have a B.S. degree in Food Engineering or a related field, along with solid knowledge of food science and teamwork skills. This entry-level position requires strong organization and communication abilities.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of research experience in food processing or 2+ internships in the field.
• Strong work ethic and self-starter attitude.
• Ability to adapt to change and lead positively.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects for high moisture foods process development.
• Manage projects and complete deliverables.
• Drive quality improvements through process optimization.

Skills

Knowledge of food science

Teamwork and communication skills

Project management skills

Analytical measurements

Education

B.S. in Food Engineering or related field

Job description

Overview

At-a-Glance: Are you ready to build your career by joining an international food and beverage company? Our client is hiring a Food Processing Engineer. Position is contract, onsite.

Position

• Food Processing Engineer — Contract, Onsite

Requirements

• B.S. degree in Food Engineering, Food Science, Chemical Engineering or related field.
• Solid knowledge of heat transfer, mass transfer, fluid flow, unit operations.
• Good knowledge of food science, food chemistry, ingredient functionality, recipe development.
• 1-2 years of research in food processing and engineering and/or 2+ internship experiences in food processing field.
• Some knowledge of experimental design and product development.
• Possess strong work ethic and ability to be a self-starter.
• Outstanding teamwork and communication skills.
• Strong organization, documentation, and project management skills.
• Demonstrated and adapts to change well with the personal leadership to influence and positively motivate self and peer.
• Available to work during regular working hours.

Responsibilities

• Lead high moisture foods process development projects through research and development on various processing techniques that produce forms like dips, spreads, condiments, sauces, etc.
• Effectively manage projects and progress against key milestones, complete deliverables.
• Partner with engineers to define process designs and optimize process settings.
• Partner with food scientists to optimize formulations and ingredient selections.
• Drive quality improvements through optimization of processes and thermal process steps.
• Utilize experimental design and data interpretation tools to make technically sound recommendations.
• Provide trial and commercialization support to products at manufacturing facilities.
• Capable of interacting with other employees to independently identify and organize resources for conducting experiments.
• Capable of applying basic analytical measurements such as moisture, pH, color and viscosity (training will be provided).
• Influence others through strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Get in touch

We want to hear from you! If you think you'd be a good match, submit your resume and reach out to Komal at [phone] to learn more.

Job details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Contract
• Job function: Engineering and Information Technology
• Industries: Food and Beverage Services

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