R&D Food Technologist Intern - Oregon Spice

Reports to: Director of R&D
Department Name: Research and Development
Location: Portland, OR

GENERAL SUMMARY DESCRIPTION: This individual is responsible for assisting Food Technologists with samples for customers. They will also assist in the development of new products for customers and the revision of existing products as assigned by the Director R&D. This position shall adhere to Oregon Spice Company Food Safety and Quality Fundamentals.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND BASIC DUTIES:
INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

R&D

• Blend samples for customers per direction from Food Technologists.
• Assist in developing new products and revise existing products as assigned by the Director of R&D and Food Technologists
• Conduct experiments on blends and samples. May involve scientific and/or culinary experimentation.
• Assist with evaluations of blends/products and draw conclusions based on feedback.
• Maintain records of customer documentation and requirements.
• Work with Food Technologist to ensure product formulations, processes and documentation meet defined standards.
• Learn how to create Draft Product Specification, Ingredient Statements, Nutritional Analysis for prototypes following USDA and FDA labeling regulations and in conjunction with Regulatory.
• Assist plant trials and first production blends.
• Maintain kitchen and lab inventory, cleanliness, organization

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION: Pursuing Bachelor’s degree with a Food Science.
EXPERIENCE: NA
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE:

• Some understanding of FDA Regulations, GMP, GFSI, HACCP and FSMA.
• Some understanding of scientific methods

To apply, please send your resume to Jennifer Marcotte - Director of Research and Development [email protected]