Meat Science Product Developer | Flavor & Innovation Lead

Johnsonville, LLC.; Sheboygan (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly bonus

401k with company match

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Onsite fitness center

Onsite medical clinic

Job summary

A leading food company is seeking a Food Scientist to drive product development and commercialization. This role requires a Master's in Food Science and at least 3 years of meat industry experience, focusing on optimizing processes and overcoming technical barriers. The successful candidate will work on cross-functional teams and develop relationships to ensure product quality. Benefits include potential bonuses, medical coverage, and competitive paid time off, including parental leave.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree or higher (Ph. D preferred) in Animal or Food Science with meat science emphasis required.
• Meat industry experience (3 years) in product development of prepared refrigerated/frozen foods preferred.
• Knowledge of USDA/FDA regulations and standards beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Optimize or develop existing and new products from concept to commercialization.
• Build superior products and processes leveraging knowledge in product development.
• Challenge yourself as a technical member on cross-functional teams.

Skills

Drive for results

Comfortable with ambiguity

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Education

Master’s Degree or higher in Animal or Food Science

Job description

A leading food company is seeking a Food Scientist to drive product development and commercialization. This role requires a Master's in Food Science and at least 3 years of meat industry experience, focusing on optimizing processes and overcoming technical barriers. The successful candidate will work on cross-functional teams and develop relationships to ensure product quality. Benefits include potential bonuses, medical coverage, and competitive paid time off, including parental leave.