Food Scientist - Flavor & Product Development Lead

Stefanini; Glenview (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT staffing company in Illinois is seeking a professional to perform quality testing and product development in the food industry. The role requires collaboration with suppliers and various business units to qualify flavors/ingredients, along with a degree in Food Science and 6-10 years of experience. Responsibilities include conducting experiments, maintaining supplier specifications, and supporting plant initiatives. The ideal candidate should be a strong problem solver with the ability to work independently while being a team player.

Qualifications

• 6-10 years of experience in food industry.
• Conduct bench top and pilot plant product development.
• Direct interface with Business, Operations, and Quality partners.

Responsibilities

• Perform quality testing and product development.
• Collaborate with suppliers to qualify flavors/ingredients.
• Plan and execute experiments, interpret and report results.

Skills

Strong problem solving skills

Ability to work independently

Experience with Meridian

Team collaboration

Education

Food Science degree or Masters

Tools

Matrix

Infinity

Job description

A leading IT staffing company in Illinois is seeking a professional to perform quality testing and product development in the food industry. The role requires collaboration with suppliers and various business units to qualify flavors/ingredients, along with a degree in Food Science and 6-10 years of experience. Responsibilities include conducting experiments, maintaining supplier specifications, and supporting plant initiatives. The ideal candidate should be a strong problem solver with the ability to work independently while being a team player.