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Thursday, February 23, 2012
Associate Scientist (Glenview, IL)
This individual will report directly to the Research and Development Manager of the division and responsibilities include:
The Associate Scientist will support the Innovation Department by collaborating with the R&D Manager and Innovation Team to develop new food products and improve existing ones. This motivated individual will be expected to leverage and expand their knowledge related to ingredients, product formulation and food processing with an emphasis in RTD beverage products.
Essential Duties:
? Assist with the hands on development of new product, line extensions, quality improvement, cost improvement, ingredient substitution and applied technology related projects
? Conduct and or arrange quantitative and qualitative analyses to determine chemical, microbiological, and physical properties of raw materials and finished products
? Work with various departments to assist in managing and compiling new product information manuals (raw materials specifications, formulas, packaging information, nutritionals, processing parameters, QC specifications, labels, marketing materials, finished product specifications)
? Assist managing product concepts from development to commercialization
? With assistance become competent in formula development
? Provide technical support to other functional groups within the organization
? Perform bench top experiment and conduct sensory testing and analyze results in support of the development of new or improving existing products
Qualifications:
? Minimum BS in Food Science
? Strong verbal and written communication skills
? 0-1 years product development experience with RTD juice beverage experience preferred
? Demonstrated knowledge and expertise in formula development, commercialization and product development process
? Computer literacy essential
? Critical thinking and problem solving skills
? Demonstrated technical competency through strong written and communication skills
Ability to travel 10%
Please forward a Word doc attachment version of your resume to the job posting link. Only qualified candidates will be contacted.