Job Details

Description

Strong communication prioritization decision making.

Good Knowledge of food technology product development beverage process food microbiology and chemistry

Summary

• The successful candidate must be able to assist product developers with project tasks to completion.
• This will include but not limited to product and sample preparation, product sampling support, completion of analyses on syrup and finished product samples using laboratory equipment, and coordination of shipping of samples.

Key Duties/Responsibilities

• Preparation of product formulations and support documentation as a part of the product development process
• Support product sample creation and iterative prototyping
• Conduct product analyses for syrup and finish beverage to include pH, titratable acidity, density, Brix and other syrup and finished product attributes
• Coordinate sample shipments to manufacturing facilities, company employees and other parties of interest
• Maintain lab instruments and equipment following established lab techniques.
• Calibrate instruments as required
• Adhere to established company operating policy and procedure.
• Support with consolidating information and preparing presentation in powerpoint

Primary Technical Skills

• Good knowledge of food technology/product development.
• Good knowledge of food chemistry and complex food systems (food ingredients and their interactions).
• Good knowledge of food and beverage process technology, food safety and food microbiology.
• Developed project management skills - planning, organizing and execution.

Education

• BS degree with 1-2 years of relevant experience.
• Educational background: Major in Food Science, Food Technology, Food Engineering or Food Nutrition.

Foundational Skills

• Good communication skills – writing, listening, speaking. Team player.
• Priority setting and multi-tasking.
• Decision making and judgement. Strong attention to detail.
• Highly motivated with a strong willingness to learn.