Chaucer Foods - Food Scientist

​Title:        Food Scientist
Department:    Research & Development
Reports To:    R&D Technical Manager, USA
Supervises:    Assistant Food Scientist Intern, Assistant Food Scientist
Position Description:
Under the direction of the R&D Technical Manager, the Food Scientist assists with the supervision and completion of product development, process and product improvements, technology reviews, and other R&D tasks.  This position also works with other Chaucer Foods, Inc functional groups to ensure effective communication, and successful customer relations.
Responsibilities:

• Research new technologies and opportunities as necessary
• Actively seek out and develop product improvements
• Maintain needs of current and future customers
• Problem solve for Quality and Production groups
• Evaluate the color, flavor, pH, moisture, and other qualities of food items
• Complete competitive analysis for customers and internal projects
• Work with cross functional teams to develop formulations and processes for new products, including packaging, shelf life, cost, nutritional profile, and other analysis
• Develop applications for the use of company products, including nutritional profile, cost, and other analysis

 Required Skills:

• Must have a Bachelor’s Degree in Food Science, or equivalent
• Must have 1 – 5 years Research and Development experience in the food industry
• Must have a working knowledge of food safety, including; HACCP, GMP’s, CFR 211, and international food regulations
• Must be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office applications
• Must have strong technical, analytical, and interpersonal skills
• Must be able to communicate effectively at all levels, using appropriate media

 Working Conditions:
Typical working conditions include office, lab, outdoor, and production environment settings.  Employees must be able to stand for long periods of time, and frequently lift materials weighing up to 50 pounds.  Travel is estimated at 15%, and could include international trips.
 Revision:  May 20, 2015

Send resume and cover letter to Sarah Saucy <Sarah.Saucy@chaucerfoods.com>.