Job Description

Summary:

The R&D Food Chemist will lead the development and optimization of formulations for new and existing products, ensuring performance, safety, and regulatory compliance. Collaborate cross-functionally with product, QA, production, and EH&S teams to align formulations with company goals and market demands.

Key Responsibilities:

• The R&D Food Chemist will develop, test, and refine formulations to meet performance, stability, cost, and regulatory requirements
• Create prototypes and support scale-up from lab to production
• Conduct stability studies, lab tests, and field trials; troubleshoot as needed
• The R&D Food Chemist will document formulation methods and results, input data into Vicinity Manufacturing Software
• Research raw materials, ingredients, and trends for innovation
• The R&D Food Chemist will advise on compatible packaging and contribute to QA specification development
• Mentor junior staff and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives

Formulation:

• Develop and improve food products: R&D Food Chemist will use their understanding of chemistry, biology, and other sciences to create new food items and refine existing ones.
• Create and update formulas: Utilize formulation software to create and update recipes and product specifications.
• Balance taste, texture, and nutritional value: Formulation involves considering consumer preferences, nutritional requirements, and product stability.

Sanitation:

• Ensure food safety: R&D Food Chemist will play a critical role in preventing foodborne illnesses by establishing and monitoring sanitation procedures.
• Develop and implement hygiene protocols: Establish guidelines for cleaning, sanitizing, personal hygiene, pest control, and proper storage.
• Inspect facilities for compliance: Inspect food processing areas to ensure they adhere to government regulations and standards for sanitation and waste management

Qualifications:

• The R&D Food Chemist must hold a B.S. or M.S. in Chemistry
• Must have a minimum of 10–15 years in food formulation sanitation experience
• Must have made sanitizers from scratch
• Must have 5+ years of leadership experience
• Must have strong formulation and lab technique expertise
• The Food Scientist must be proficient in analytical tools (HPLC, GC, IR, etc.)
• Knowledge of chemical safety and regulatory standards
• Strong collaboration and project management
• Must be willing to travel
• Must be able to work WITHOUT A VISA SPONSORSHIP

BENEFITS:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Direct Hire
• Paid time off
• $95K-$120K/ANNUM

Ask for: Amrita Mukherjee

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