food scientist (1156325)

The Judge Group; Silverton (OR); Sur place; USD 80 000 - 90 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Healthcare benefits

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Résumé du poste

The Judge Group is seeking a Food Scientist / Product Developer in Oregon to lead new bakery and dessert product development from concept through commercialization, partnering with Operations, Quality, Sales, and Supply Chain teams.

This senior-level individual contributor role requires a Bachelor's degree in Food Science and 3+ years in product development or R&D within food manufacturing, with labeling knowledge and cost targets. On-site in Greater Salem, OR area, with travel up to 25%.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Food Science or related field.
• Minimum 3 years in product development or R&D in food manufacturing.
• Experience with labeling regulations and cost targets.

Responsabilités

• Lead end-to-end product development from concept to commercialization.
• Drive scale-up, plant trials, and cost targets throughout development.
• Manage specs, ingredient qualifications, labeling compliance and shelf-life validation.

Connaissances

Product development

R&D

Food science

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Food Science

Description du poste

Location: Silverton, OR

Salary: $85,000.00 USD Annually - $90,000.00 USD Annually

Description: Our client is currently seeking a Food Scientist in Oregon.

Product Developer / Food Scientist

Location: Greater Salem, OR Area (On-Site)

Compensation: $80,000 - $90,000 base salary + performance bonus

Travel: Up to 25%

Company Overview

A leading manufacturer of premium bakery and dessert products is seeking a Product Developer / Food Scientist to join its Research & Development team. This senior-level individual contributor will lead new product development projects from concept through commercialization, partnering closely with Operations, Quality, Sales, and Supply Chain teams. This role is ideal for a food scientist with a passion for bakery, pastry, and dessert innovation.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end product development, including formulation, benchtop development, plant trials, commercialization, and ongoing product optimization.
• Drive scale-up and first production runs, troubleshooting formulation and process challenges to ensure successful commercialization.
• Manage product specifications, ingredient qualifications, labeling compliance, shelf-life validation, and cost targets throughout the development process.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Culinary Science, or related field; equivalent pastry and commercial formulation experience will also be considered.
• Minimum 3 years of product development or R&D experience within food manufacturing; bakery, pastry, frozen foods, or dessert experience preferred.
• Proven success taking products from concept to commercial production, with working knowledge of labeling regulations, ingredient functionality, food safety systems, and product costing.

Benefits

• Competitive bonus opportunity and comprehensive healthcare benefits.
• 401(k) with company match and paid time off.
• Opportunity to work on innovative bakery and dessert products with a growing food manufacturing organization.