Food Scientist, Commercialization & Scale-Up (Onsite)

Legacy Foods Manufacturing; Illinois; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A food manufacturing firm in Elk Grove Village is seeking a Commercialization & Food Scientist to lead product development from pilot to full production. The ideal candidate will have experience in sauces and liquid food systems and the ability to manage projects from concept to launch. Responsibilities include translating R&D formulas for manufacturing and ensuring compliance with food safety regulations. This onsite position provides an opportunity to make a significant impact in the fast-paced food industry.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in product commercialization and R&D formulas.
• Experience in optimizing emulsions and viscosity systems.
• Knowledge of FSMA, HACCP, and labeling compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead product commercialization from pilot to full production.
• Translate R&D formulas into scalable manufacturing formulas.
• Conduct plant trials and troubleshoot processing challenges.

Skills

Experience in sauces, dressings, and liquid food systems

Detail-oriented problem solver

Ability to manage projects from concept through launch

Job description

A food manufacturing firm in Elk Grove Village is seeking a Commercialization & Food Scientist to lead product development from pilot to full production. The ideal candidate will have experience in sauces and liquid food systems and the ability to manage projects from concept to launch. Responsibilities include translating R&D formulas for manufacturing and ensuring compliance with food safety regulations. This onsite position provides an opportunity to make a significant impact in the fast-paced food industry.