Food Technologist
Rise Baking Company, Ogden, UT, United States
Full Time
Pleasant View, UT, US
Job Purpose
Develop new product offerings and modify current products by utilizing existing technology, under general supervision. Work from bench top to production scale, maintaining project experimentation documentation and setting finished product specifications.
Essential Functions
Execute product development, product renovation, ingredient screening, competitive assessments, product quality investigations, shelf life studies, sample production, and other tasks as needed
Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, and other cross-functional partners in product development efforts to create high-quality, innovative products that appeal to customers
Assist in implementing projects involving plant transfers, line builds, operational efficiency, product improvement, cost reduction, GMP compliance, food safety, and employee safety
Organize and complete shelf life evaluations including sensory assessments as needed
Compile and analyze data to summarize results from personal and team analyses
Engage with Operations, Engineering, and Quality Assurance to ensure all product formulations, processes, and specifications meet defined standards
Support new item setups including plant tests and pilot runs
Document and draw conclusions
ext steps from experimental results or production trials
Safely operate, clean, and maintain labware and equipment used for testing, adhering to sanitation requirements in the handling and preparation of food products
Work closely with and provide technical support to other departments within the company including Quality Assurance, Operations, Purchasing, Customer Service, and Sales
Further knowledge in new materials, processes, and equipment to enhance the technical understanding of the R&D team
Comply with all food safety requirements, training, policies, and procedures
Perform other job-related duties as assigned
Qualifications (Education, Experience, Competencies)
Bachelor’s degree in food science or related field with 1-3 years of food science experience
Strong passion for science and creative problem solving
Good knowledge of product development process and methodology
Good peer relationship building skills
Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office programs: Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint
Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
Detail oriented with strong analytical skills
Self-motivated with the ability to work independently, organize and prioritize, show flexibility, and multi-task to execute simultaneous projects and activities to meet objectives and deadlines
Ability to thrive in a fast-moving and constantly evolving high-growth environment
MON123
RISE123
Pleasant View, UT, US
Job Purpose
Develop new product offerings and modify current products by utilizing existing technology, under general supervision. Work from bench top to production scale, maintaining project experimentation documentation and setting finished product specifications.
Essential Functions
Execute product development, product renovation, ingredient screening, competitive assessments, product quality investigations, shelf life studies, sample production, and other tasks as needed
Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, and other cross-functional partners in product development efforts to create high-quality, innovative products that appeal to customers
Assist in implementing projects involving plant transfers, line builds, operational efficiency, product improvement, cost reduction, GMP compliance, food safety, and employee safety
Organize and complete shelf life evaluations including sensory assessments as needed
Compile and analyze data to summarize results from personal and team analyses
Engage with Operations, Engineering, and Quality Assurance to ensure all product formulations, processes, and specifications meet defined standards
Support new item setups including plant tests and pilot runs
Document and draw conclusions
ext steps from experimental results or production trials
Safely operate, clean, and maintain labware and equipment used for testing, adhering to sanitation requirements in the handling and preparation of food products
Work closely with and provide technical support to other departments within the company including Quality Assurance, Operations, Purchasing, Customer Service, and Sales
Further knowledge in new materials, processes, and equipment to enhance the technical understanding of the R&D team
Comply with all food safety requirements, training, policies, and procedures
Perform other job-related duties as assigned
Qualifications (Education, Experience, Competencies)
Bachelor’s degree in food science or related field with 1-3 years of food science experience
Strong passion for science and creative problem solving
Good knowledge of product development process and methodology
Good peer relationship building skills
Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office programs: Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint
Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
Detail oriented with strong analytical skills
Self-motivated with the ability to work independently, organize and prioritize, show flexibility, and multi-task to execute simultaneous projects and activities to meet objectives and deadlines
Ability to thrive in a fast-moving and constantly evolving high-growth environment
MON123
RISE123