 Food Scientist, Freeze Dry Program (NASA HHPC)
locations Houston, TX time type Full time posted on Posted 30+ Days Ago job requisition id R-00093486APPLY HERE Job Description:The position will be with the Human Health and Performance Contract (HHPC) supporting NASA’s Human Systems Engineering Department at JSC, within the Space Food Systems Laboratory. The Freeze-Dried Program Food Scientist will oversee freeze-dried food production at the Space Food Systems Laboratory and participate in provisioning activities related to the International Space Station flight food system. Tasks include, but are not limited to, food production planning, ensuring adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices for food production facilities, up to and including participation in facility preparation and food production activities. Responsibilities:
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Pay Range:Pay Range $74,750.00 - $115,000.00 - $155,250.00 The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law. CLICK HERE TO APPLY
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 Quality Assurance Supervisor
JOB SUMMARY: The Quality Assurance Supervisor is responsible for ensuring timely and effective implementation of all company’s policies, procedures and activities involved in assuring the quality of manufactured products. This individual maintains close working relationships with other department managers and supervisory personnel in order to meet and maintain product quality, identify, solve and prevent problems affecting product quality, maximize productivity, and comply with regulatory requirements. This individual reports to the Quality Assurance Manager. Reports To: Technical Services Manager Covered OPS & Tech support specialist, QA Technician Covered: absence Covered: QC Manager/ OPS & Tech supports specialist/ QA Tech Job Responsibilities Include But Are Not Limited To The Following: •Supervise and direct quality assurance technicians/inspectors who are responsible for enforcing Good Manufacturing Practices and other quality-related policies in order to meet product quality standards. •Review Production Records and other manufacturing-related documents to verify compliance and record keeping for all mandated manufacturing processes, quality checks, testing, sampling, and sanitation activities. •Audit quality control of raw materials, packaging components, labels, and finished products to ensure compliance with established specifications and regulatory standards. •Follow up with implemented programs (GMPs, Good Hygiene Practices, HACCP, Allergen Control, Cleaning and Sanitation, Pest Control, Equipment Calibration, Organic Certification, etc.) to ensure compliance by all employees and other personnel in the manufacturing facility. •Assist in the coordination of testing results involving finished products, raw materials, and packaging components and the appropriate release and hold programs associated with these materials. •Oversee the “On Hold” product program, including the status, release, and destruction of “Rejected” products. •Assist in investigating and correcting quality-related issues (including customer complaints) through collaboration with other departments. •Make proactive recommendations and offering/presenting solutions to the Operations Management to improve quality and work efficiency. •Share knowledge, skills and information with other personnel in the Quality Department and across functional areas. •Develop and assist in the implementation of policies, operating procedures, quality systems and programs which ensure proper testing, evaluation, inspection, and technical support in order to meet product quality standards. •Participate in all regulatory, third party and customer audits and inspections, and corrective action response. Ensure good performance by quality assurance technicians/inspectors by mentoring, training, setting expectations, providing accountability, and performing evaluations. •Maintain a fair and professional work environment that focuses the business objectives, but also balances quality of work-life factors for employees. •Attend and participate in all appropriate meetings. •Perform other duties as directed by the Quality Control Manager. Special Skills/Training •Bachelor’s degree of Science preferably in Food Science or related field preferred (Meat Science, Biology, Microbiology, Food Microbiology, etc.). •At least 5 years of work experience as quality assurance auditor/technician in dietary supplements, food/beverage, pharmaceutical or cosmetic industry and at least one (1) year of experience in a supervisory capacity. •A good knowledge of Current Good Manufacturing Practices, preferably 21CFR Part 117, and food safety. •Good understanding of quality testing within the food and beverage industry to include analytical, microbiological and sensory evaluation. Must possess a basic understanding of chemical and microbiological analysis and basic math. •Ability to work under pressure (in an extremely fast paced environment), meet deadlines (overtime work as required) and make effective decisions. •Intermediate computer knowledge (Microsoft Office applications) and computer-based applications. •Ability to adapt to changing organizational and operational needs; ability to lead others through change. •Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously. •Skill in organization and prioritization, and attention to details. •Strong team player and leader with the ability to work across multiple functions and disciplines. •Must be able to effectively communicate ideas (verbally and in writing), be a self-starter and handle difficult reporting situations. •Preferred: HACCP certification, Allergen Control training, Food Recall training, 21CFR Part 117 training, Preventative Controls Qualified Individual (PCQI), SQF Practitioner Experience/Education
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JOB DESCRIPTION— R&D Process and Regulatory Technologist
About Rite Stuff Foods: Rite Stuff Foods is a rapidly expanding, leading specialty potato product manufacturer in the United States. We offer a growing range of tasty finger foods which include twice baked potatoes, potato skins, battered and breaded wedges, fried and filled skins, breakfast bites, extruded products, cheese sticks and other assorted batter and breaded vegetables. Rite Stuff Foods’ parent company, Frostkrone, is in Rietberg, Germany. Frostkrone is a leading finger food manufacturer, has six manufacturing operations throughout Europe and continues to explore additional acquisitions in the United States and worldwide. The Company is founded on innovation and is successfully expanding its sales organization worldwide. We are focus on developing and producing new product ideas every day and are in the process of bringing many of these unique items into the United States currently. Reports to: Head of New Product Development Responsibilities
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Travel: NA. Location: Jerome, ID Compensation: Dependant on experience and skill level Benefits: Competitive Salary Health Benefits 401(k) Holidays, paid vacation, and sick days Opportunity to grow your career in an international company Status: Full-time Rite Stuff Foods recruits, hires, trains, promotes, disciplines, and provides other conditions or employment without regard to a person’s race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, pregnancy, veteran’s status or other classifications protected under law. Please send your cover letter and resume to: jobs@ritestuff.com Copyright © 2022 Oregon Section of the Institute of Food Technologists, All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because you are a member of the Oregon Section of the Institute of Food Technologists Our mailing address is: Oregon Section of the Institute of Food Technologists 100 Wiegand Hall Corvallis, OR 97331-6602
JOB DESCRIPTION— R&D Tech – Application
About Rite Stuff Foods: Rite Stuff Foods is a rapidly expanding, leading specialty potato product manufacturer in the United States. We offer a growing range of tasty finger foods which include twice baked potatoes, potato skins, battered and breaded wedges, fried and filled skins, breakfast bites, extruded products, cheese sticks and other assorted batter and breaded vegetables. Rite Stuff Foods’ parent company, Frostkrone, is in Rietberg, Germany. Frostkrone is a leading finger food manufacturer, has six manufacturing operations throughout Europe and continues to explore additional acquisitions in the United States and worldwide. The Company is founded on innovation and is successfully expanding its sales organization worldwide. We are focus on developing and producing new product ideas every day and are in the process of bringing many of these unique items into the United States currently. Reports to: Head of New Product Development Responsibilities
Qualifications: The ideal candidate has...
Travel: NA. Location: Jerome, ID Compensation: Dependant on experience and skill level Benefits: Competitive Salary Health Benefits 401(k) Holidays, paid vacation, and sick days Opportunity to grow your career in an international company Status: Full-time Rite Stuff Foods recruits, hires, trains, promotes, disciplines, and provides other conditions or employment without regard to a person’s race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, pregnancy, veteran’s status or other classifications protected under law. Please send cover letter and resume to: jobs@ritestuff.com Copyright © 2022 Oregon Section of the Institute of Food Technologists, All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because you are a member of the Oregon Section of the Institute of Food Technologists Our mailing address is: Oregon Section of the Institute of Food Technologists 100 Wiegand Hall Corvallis, OR 97331-6602 POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT
Program Manager, Dairy Initiative Department of Food Science and Technology College of Agricultural Sciences, Oregon State University The Department of Food Science & Technology (FST), in the College of Agricultural Sciences at Oregon State University (OSU) invites applications for a Program Manager for Dairy Initiative. This is a full-time, 1.0 FTE, 12-month position located in Corvallis, Oregon. The Department of Food Science and Technology (FST) is an academic and research program that embraces the role as the epicenter of where food meets science and where students receive impactful education along with experiential learning as they advance their careers within the food and beverage community. Our faculty’s diverse research interests enable us to successfully collaborate with Oregon’s agricultural and food and beverage industries. FST provides value added finishes to the work conducted by our colleagues throughout the College of Agricultural Sciences. FST is taking a leadership role in ensuring Oregon and beyond will meet 21st century food systems’ challenges by integrating sustainability across all parts of our Mission – Education, Research, and Outreach. FST is one of 13 academic departments in the College of Agricultural Sciences. FST has a long tradition for strong stakeholder engagement and impactful research programs funded by over $7.5M federal and industry grant funding supporting around 50 graduate students. The Arbuthnot Dairy Center is the home for everything dairy foods related at OSU. The Center contains faculty at campus and at the Food Innovation Center (FIC) in Portland. Programs include dairy extension programs and courses, dairy innovation programs, dairy research, and an active dairy pilot plant that houses the Beaver Classic program and supports dairy entrepreneurs. Program Mission: The Arbuthnot Dairy Center aims to
This position requires travel to deliver programs and maintain collaborations. Active and effective communication with staff and key stakeholders is critical to the success of this position, wireless access may be necessary. Position Responsibilities: 70% Program Management & Logistics Support Organizes internal dairy team meetings. Coordinates visits by dairy people/groups to OR and OSU (campus or FIC). Organizes and executes dairy events on campus such as FFA career event and events with OSU pre-college program. Works with ODNC to organize and run Future of Dairy event. Works with Oregon Dairy Industries (ODI), the region’s dairy processors, and dairy judges to schedule and execute the annual ODI Dairy Product Judging. Analyzes and reports results from judging. Assists with developing the ODI Conference program and supports BUILD program logistics including communicating with BUILD leadership in Idaho. Develops supplier reference lists and other work to facilitate dairy innovation and supports extension/outreach courses. Engage regularly with diverse internal and external collaborators to elevate the visibility of the OSU dairy foods program and facilitate communication. Research, extension, government and industry partners include; Oregon State University dairy food extension and research faculty at the Food Innovation Center, the Department of Food Science & Technology, Nutrition, Animal and Rangeland Sciences, Oregon Department of Agriculture, Oregon Dairy Industries, Oregon Dairy Farmers Association, Oregon Cheese Guild, Oregon Dairy & Nutrition Council, Dairy West, the Pacific Coast Coalition, Dairy Management Inc, along with professionals and executive leaders of dairy processing companies in Oregon, and beyond. Supervision/ Lead work: Plan for, recruit, hire/train, and supervise undergraduate student helpers. 2-4 students throughout the year. 10% Central liaison and first contact for OSU dairy foods program Directs all dairy food inquiries to appropriate faculty. Prepares official intake tracking for all troubleshooting/innovation/safety requests, identifies faculty or rejects project, and tracks accepted projects until completion. 10% Communication lead for dairy foods program Develops communication on behalf of the dairy foods program and distributes through social media and news releases. Tracks outputs from dairy foods program and graphs data for benchmarking. 5% Career development support for students and industry Serves as liaison between dairy processing recruiters and students. Organizes recruiting events for dairy companies, this may include direct contact with students under the age of 18. Help guide students to identify careers in dairy. Tracks number of students employed as interns or permanently by dairy industry. 5% Service to Profession, University, Extension and Community Participate in professional activities and serve on appropriate boards, councils and committees of the University, the College, Extension and the dairy industry. Promote Oregon State University as a statewide institution of higher learning. Contribute to equity, inclusion, and diversity as part of teaching, educational delivery, advising, research, Extension, service, and/or scholarly outcomes. Contribute to a welcoming and respectful workplace culture. Salary/Benefits: Salary is commensurate with qualification and experience. Oregon State University offers an extensive benefits package: https://hr.oregonstate.edu/benefits/new-employees Application Instructions: For more information and to apply go to https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/postings/124914 To ensure full consideration applications must be received by September 22, 2022. Position closing date is October 03, 2022. The closing date is subject to change without notice to applicants. Application materials include: 1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae. 2) Cover letter including how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position. 3) Diversity statement. You will also be required to submit the names of three professional references, their e-mail addresses and telephone numbers as part of the application process. For more information about the position contact Sarah Masoni, search committee chair, sarah.masoni@oregonstate.edu For questions regarding the application process please contact Sarah Haluzak, sarah.haluzak@oregonstate.edu  ABOUT 1-800-FLOWERS.COM, Inc
1-800-FLOWERS.COM, Inc. is a leading provider of gifts designed to help customers express, connect and celebrate. The Company's e-commerce business platform features an all-star family of brands, including: 1-800-Flowers.com®, 1-800-Baskets.com®, Cheryl's Cookies®, Harry & David®, PersonalizationMall.com®, Shari's Berries®, FruitBouquets.com®, Moose Munch®, The Popcorn Factory®, Wolferman's Bakery®, Vital Choice®, Stock Yards® and Simply Chocolate®. Through the Celebrations Passport® loyalty program, which provides members with free standard shipping and no service charge across our portfolio of brands, 1-800-FLOWERS.COM, Inc. strives to deepen relationships with customers. The Company also operates BloomNet®, an international floral and gift industry service provider offering a broad-range of products and services designed to help members grow their businesses profitably; Napco℠, a resource for floral gifts and seasonal décor; DesignPac Gifts, LLC, a manufacturer of gift baskets and towers; and Alice's Table®, a lifestyle business offering fully digital livestreaming floral, culinary and other experiences to guests across the country. 1-800-FLOWERS.COM, Inc. was recognized among the top 5 on the National Retail Federation's 2021 Hot 25 Retailers list, which ranks the nation's fastest-growing retail companies. Shares in 1-800-FLOWERS.COM, Inc. are traded on the NASDAQ Global Select Market, ticker symbol: FLWS. For more information, visit 1800flowersinc.com or follow @1800FLOWERSInc on Twitter. POSITION SUMMARY Regulatory Compliance Specialist As a member of a dedicated team of food technology professionals, the successful candidate will create nutrition and ingredient labels using nutrition software, review artwork from a technical and regulatory perspective and proof product labels to verify accuracy and regulatory compliance. Assist with maintaining specifications and other technical documents. This could be a remote position requiring frequent collaboration via MS Teams, e-mail and/or phone with the Regulatory Compliance team located in Medford, OR; Westerville, OH and Chicago, IL EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
APPLICATION PROCESS Please go to www.harryanddavid.com and click Career Opportunities. Select Apply for a Career Position, complete the qualifying questions and upload your application and current resume. Interviews will be scheduled for those candidates who best meet the requirements of the position. Copyright © 2022 Oregon Section of the Institute of Food Technologists, All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because you are a member of the Oregon Section of the Institute of Food Technologists Our mailing address is: Oregon Section of the Institute of Food Technologists 100 Wiegand Hall Corvallis, OR 97331-6602  APPLICATION TECHNOLOGIST POWDERPURE is hiring! Please go to the link to apply https://careers.iff.com/IFF/job/The-Dalles-Applications-Technologist-Oreg-97058/917589400/. IFF's POWDERPURE site is rapidly growing and at the forefront of technological innovation in food and nutritional product manufacturing. We have a strong commitment to producing the highest quality ingredient powders, and to sustainability. We pride ourselves on our commitment to quality, a fair and safe workplace, and superior customer service. We welcome motivated and enthusiastic people to become a part of our growing team. POWDERPURE is currently seeking an Applications Technologist. This position is one of the key members in product creations and applications team for POWDERPURE. As a team, we are proud to conceptualize and realize commercially viable products to food and supplement customers by working closely with cross functional teams within POWDERPURE and other IFF subsidiary companies. As an Applications Technologist, you will be responsible for creating and optimizing proprietary powder, custom blending, and applications that drives commercial success in the marketplace. You will be a technical guru whom internal teams and external customers seek information from. Responsibilities include…
 Toby's is looking for a reliable Manager of Quality Assurance & Food Safety to ensure that all external and internal requirements are met before our product reaches our customers. You will be responsible for inspecting procedures and outputs and identifying mistakes or non-conformity issues. An excellent Quality Assurance Manager has eyes like a hawk and solid experience in quality control. The ideal candidate is a reliable and competent professional whose approval will be necessary for the continuation of a business life cycle. The goal is to assure the high quality of our operations and services aiming to the long-term success of our business.
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Pay: $22.00 - $30.00 per hour Interested? Send a cover letter and resume to Megan James at megan@tobysfamilyfoods.com R&D TECHNOLOGIST
JOB DESCRIPTION JOB PURPOSE We have a temporary 9 month assignment open for a R&D technologist which potentially could lead to a permanent position. This position is one of the key membersin product creations and applicationsteam for POWDERPURE. As a team, we are proud to conceptualize and realize commercially viable products to food and supplement customers by working closely with cross functional teams within POWDERPURE and other IFF subsidiary companies. As a R&D technologist, you will be responsible for creating and optimizing proprietary powder, custom blending, and applications that drives commercial successin the marketplace. You will be a technical guru whom internal teams and external customers seek information from. Reports to: Manager, Product Designs and Applications Direct reports: N/A Location: The Dalles, Oregon Job Site: POWDERPURE – IFF Job posted date: 6-6-2022 WHAT YOU WILL DO? • Scope out projects with customers and sale repsto provide solid solutions tailored to customers under limited supervision and guidance. • Independently drive development projects from benchtop to commercialization, using knowledge of flavors, active and functional ingredients, hydrocolloid, formulation, and processing techniques to develop commercialized viable powder ingredients. Be able to maintain and use analytical tools and equipment. • Manage multiple projects with guidance from manager when needed. • Champion our commercialization process, partnering with the supply chain, quality assurance, quality control and processing expert team to coordinate cross-functional efforts and continuously improve established procedures. • Conduct quality and sensory shelf life study on POWDERPURE ingredients. • Work closely with our processing specialistto execute plant scale trials and associated product testing. This might require occasionally work outside of normal business hours. • Proactively identify optimization opportunities for formulation and production to improve quality, increase efficiency, and reduce cost. • Troubleshoot product design issues during production and during end applications. • Set product and create new product specifications and nutritional statement with accuracy and proficiency. • Match competitor products on an organoleptic, specification, and composition levels. • Create meaningful and market relevant concepts and end applications using POWDERPURE ingredients for trade shows and customers. • Utilize market information and work with marketing/category team to identify areas where we, as a company can proactively engage our customers. • Present project progress and findings clearly and concisely in front of customers and internal stakeholders. • Complete other responsibilities as assigned. • Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology, Engineering or related fields. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: • Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Nutrition, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology, Engineering or related fields. • 0 to 3 years of experience in the product development, quality control and assurance, processing in food and supplement companies. • Knowledge of product development life cycle. • Knowledge in sensory shelf life testing from panel training and experimental design. • Knowledge of processing techniques in different categories of products, such as bakery, dry beverage, bar, capsule, tablet, and sweet goods, is a plus. • Knowledge of powder ingredient is a plus. • Knowledge about product development life cycle. SPECIAL SKILLS AND CAPABILITIES: • Able to learn and adapt new skills and being able to think strategically and creatively. • Proactive and action oriented with the capability of working on multiple tasks in fast and nimble organization. • Prioritize projects based on urgency and complexity with input from manager. • Self-directed with the ability to work independently as well as with groups. • Ability to utilize specific strengths from other technical and cross functional teams to maintain productivity. • Strong in verbal and written communication. • Proficient with Microsoft Offices. **Please send resume along with a short description of yourself (cover letter)to the hiring manager qian.deng@powderpure.com. We will inteview candidates on a rolling basis. Posting Title: Warehouse Supervisor – OR
System Job Code: AT5863 Grade: 09 Reports To: Warehouse Manager FLSA Classification: Salaried, Exempt Position Summary: The Warehouse Supervisor is responsible for the materials receiving, inventory management, work-order kitting, and distribution replenishment processes within the Warehouse department. Through the leadership and guidance of the Warehouse shift lead team, they coordinate and direct shift warehouse operations and personnel to ensure that quality work is performed in a safe, productive, and efficient manner. Duties and Responsibilities:
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