Summary: This position supports the Griffith Foods US Product Development projects to develop new and optimized products for key clients that support the overall Griffith Foods business strategy.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
Functions as a scientist to support the development of new and optimized products in execution of technical activities that support key clients and the overall Griffith Foods business strategy.
Applies food science principles in research and development.
Provides support to the design, planning, execution and reporting of experiments and projects at the direction of a Director, Manager, Senior Principal or Principal Scientist.
Works within assigned priorities, projects, and timelines.
Uses technical and problem-solving skills to approach projects.
Communicates project progress internally.
Completes product formulation activities to drive efficient production of safe and regulatory compliant food products.
Follows Product Development processes to ensure efficiencies and effectiveness of function.
Maintains GLP's, GMP's, and all required laboratory records, using electronic systems and written protocols.
Completes assigned activities that support the long-term strategy of the organization.
Represents Product Development in professional business relationships with GFUS client and supplier base.
Responsible for maintaining the security of all information regarding product formulas and related confidential information.
Requirements:
BA in Food Science, Applied Science or related technical degree.
1 year in Research & Development or Quality Systems experience within the food industry.
Position requires up to 20% travel.
Minimum level of education: BA in Science or related technical degree. Experience minimum would be 1 year of Research & Product Development or Quality Systems experience within the food industry.
