Food Technologist - Global Innovation & New Product Development

Pastificio Rana; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 63,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Pastificio Rana in Bartlett, Illinois, is seeking a Food Technologist to lead innovative product development and ensure quality across the lifecycle. You will collaborate with marketing, regulatory, procurement, and finance to drive research projects and scale new products from concept to launch.

A Master’s in Food Science and Technology and 5+ years in the food industry are required, with willingness to relocate to Illinois.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Food Science and Technology, Industrial Biotechnology, Food Engineering, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of experience in the food industry, with a focus on R&D and/or Production.
• Spanish will be a plus.
• Willingness to relocate permanently to our production facilities in Illinois, USA.

Responsibilities

• Actively collaborate with the Innovation Marketing team to conceive and develop new products and product categories, based on thorough market analysis, trends, and customer needs.
• Manage and develop research projects, including identification, evaluation, and implementation of new technologies and processes.
• Work closely with Regulatory Affairs, Procurement, and Finance to ensure regulatory compliance and develop P&L statements for new products.

Skills

Food science knowledge

R&D experience

Product development

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Food Science and Technology or related field

Job description

Pastificio Rana in Bartlett, Illinois, is seeking a Food Technologist to lead innovative product development and ensure quality across the lifecycle. You will collaborate with marketing, regulatory, procurement, and finance to drive research projects and scale new products from concept to launch.

A Master’s in Food Science and Technology and 5+ years in the food industry are required, with willingness to relocate to Illinois.