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R & D and Quality
Food Scientist - Mountain States
JOB PURPOSE SUMMARY:
Work in interdepartmental role to lead in development of new product formulations.
Prepare nutritional information and ingredient declarations, and assist in preparation of package labels.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provide nutritional labeling, ingredient statements as applicable
- Provide direction to Pilot plants.
- Work with cross-functional teams in the development of new product formulations.
- Source ingredients
- Meet cost objectives
- Evaluate current processing capabilities
- Coordinate production start-up
- Facilitate product development by working with vendors.
- Lead pilot plant testing of experimental formulations.
- Lead plant trial testing.
- Provide equivalent or improved product quality and cost savings by evaluating new suppliers/ingredients.
- Establish production parameters and processing procedures by drafting product specifications.
- Confirm that products will meet code by conducting shelf life testing for new product
formulations.
Jobs Supervised: 0
Travel: 20 – 30%
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
A. Education and Experience:
- B.S. in Food Science or related field
- 6-8 years in Food Science or Food Manufacturing role
B. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Working knowledge of the Code of Federal Regulations
- Experienced in product development and formulation.
- Proficient in experimental design and food sensory evaluation techniques.
- Ability to work with little supervision
MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT DIRECTLY USED:
- PC (MS Office)
- Pilot plant equipment
- Various pieces of lab equipment:
WORKING ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Physical Demands:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand;
walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs, balance; stoop, kneel or crouch; talk and hear. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move
up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to a general office
environment where the noise level is usually moderate.
R&D Manager - Mountain States
JOB PURPOSE SUMMARY:
This position is responsible for continuously reviewing and improving all current
product lines and developing new product lines that adhere to the Company standards.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
Jobs Supervised: 0-3
Travel: 10-40%
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
A. Education and Experience:
- B.S. in Food Science or related field
- 3-5 years of food research/production experience
B. Knowledge, Skills and
Abilities:
- Knowledge of soy/dairy beverage products
- Understanding of thermal processing
- Ability to plan and execute complex projects
- Excellent documentation skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Excellent math skills/conversions
- Ability to work with strict deadlines
- Awareness of Federal standards/regulations
- Ability to work well with cross-functional teams
- Function with little supervision
- Ability to train others
NONESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:
- Masters degree in Food Science
- Working knowledge of dairy processing equipment
- Relevant specialization
MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT DIRECTLY USED:
- PC (MS Office)
- Pilot plant equipment
- Various pieces of lab equipment:
WORKING ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Physical Demands:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand;
walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs, balance; stoop, kneel or crouch; talk and hear. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move
up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to a general office
environment where the noise level is usually moderate.
Manager of Packaging R&D - Mountain States
Our client is looking for a Manager of Packaging R&D to join a dynamic team
dedicated to creating exciting new packaging concepts and establishing process, protocol, and procedures in their growing packaging group. This position is responsible for designing, developing and specifying
primary and secondary packaging materials for new/existing products to meet customer objectives and launch timing.
This person will:
- Determine testing protocol and requirements to ensure quality performance of packaging materials. Conducts testing and provides reports on
shipping, stability, environmental and production line testing to management.
- Work closely with R&D, Marketing, Operations, Procurement and other logistics groups to supply specifications, samples, line trial materials and
information to assist them in executing project work on a timely basis, while maintaining quality conscious, cost effective packaging solutions.
- Identify and initiate cost savings projects. Establishes time lines and steps needed for project implementation. Reports on all project activity and
progress on a timely basis while monitoring responsiveness of suppliers to meet respective dates for production start-up.
- Work with suppliers to engineer/develop new prototype molds, dielines and start-up systems to support/justify capital expenditure. Approve all related specifications, drawings, testing and production start-up qualification of these related items.
Travel is 10-25%. The position requires a degree in Packaging and at least 8-15
years experience in food packaging R&D. the ideal candidate will have experience in managing multiple priority projects, a strong packaging engineering and development knowledge and expertise, and a
knowledge of flexible and rigid polymer/paper packaging structures. Some dairy experience is preferred.
Sr. Sensory Scientist-Southeastern US
This position will serve as a Sensory project leader on New Product Marketing and Brand
initiatives. The position requires an a self-starter, independent problem solver and decision maker who has the capability through interpersonal, time and resource management skills to manage the Sensory
portion of multiple projects. The ability to champion innovative ideas and to effectively guide them through the organization results in position success.
The key responsibility is to serve on project teams focused on creating or
improving the company’s products, processes and packages by providing consultation in the areas of discrimination, descriptive and consumer research congruent with project objectives. Additionally, the
position will support the establishment of Sensory specifications and shelf life for new products for which they are involved.
Individual will work in conjunction with other internal Sensory professionals to
achieve Sensory Strategic objectives. May coach temporary Sensory technicians or contractors and have responsibility for some laboratory functions including in-house panelist motivation, feedback and on-going
training. Builds on existing internal and external networks. Recommends changes in procedures to improve work processes. The utilization of sound Sensory practices and attention to detail are
essential to position success. Informal and formal presentation delivery required to communicate results.
BS Food Science or Sensory Science and minimum 3 years experience in sensory evaluation or MS Food Science or Sensory Science, and 1 to 2 years experience.
Quality Manager – Upper Midwest
Our client is a leading manufacturer of quality dairy products. We are
looking for an excellent quality manager that has dairy experience. This person should have experience implementing and monitoring food safety & quality assurance programs, developing and leading
implementation of technical plans, and defining the critical issues and approach to be used in resolving food safety issues.
He/she will ensure that the facility and products meet / maintain all required
regulatory guidelines, lead and participate in all regulatory, third party and customer audits/inspections, and seek to establish constructive working relationships with inspectors/auditors.
This person will also monitor plant sanitation and good manufacturing practices daily so
that high standards of sanitation are maintained. The ideal candidate will have a 4 year degree and have experience with a wide variety of dairy products.
Business Scientist, Product Development
Position Overview:
This is a senior level R&D technical track position requiring broad-based experience
in the research and development of nutritional ingredients. This position requires strong program and project management skills with a high level of technical creativity. A background including starch, lipid,
or protein metabolism and a solid understanding of starch and starch processing is preferred.
Essential Job Functions:
High level of intuition and creativity in identifying and designing new ingredients
based on customer, patent , scientific and business perspectives
Use knowledge and experience to lead and drive the development of novel, starch-derived nutritional ingredients
Supervise 2 degreed research chemists; manage various outside support labs
Function as technical liaison with internal support groups
Ability to drive projects from concept to hand off to commercialization teams
Ability to communicate complex technical information (formally and informally) to a
variety of internal and external scientist and managers
Other Skills/Abilities:
Familiarity with various search engines for review of patents and primary technical literature
Good business acumen, maintain strong relationships with internal matrixed resource and external customers
Strong people skills
Education and Experience:
B.S./M.S. degree in Food Science or related technical field with 10+ yrs experience
in developing ingredients or consumer products for the food industry; PhD degree with 5+ yrs experience
Business Scientist, Nutrition Research
Nutrition Research and Development
Position Overview:
Senior level R&D technical track position requiring broad-based experience
in clinical studies as it relates to the development of nutritional ingredients. This position requires strong program and project management savvy with a high level of communication and networking
skills. A solid understanding of nutritional science and design of clinical studies is necessary.
Essential Job Functions:
High level of understanding the science of nutrition, including the management and
coordination of multiple external clinical and research partners.
A basic understanding of food chemistry as it relates to the development of unique nutritional ingredients.
Use knowledge and experience to lead and drive the development and execution of clinical
trials for unique, starch-derived nutritional ingredients.
Manage external development projects, with the ability to operate effectively in a matrixed environment
Function as the key nutritional liaison with global regulatory, business associates, and
key R&D staff of strategic customers
Ability to summarize and communicate complex scientific information (formally and
informally) to a variety of internal and external scientist and business managers
Other Skills/Abilities:
Familiarity with various search engines for review of primary technical and patent literature
Good business acumen, ability to maintain strong relationships with internal resources and external customers
Some familiarity with Stage Gate (or equivalent) process, including experience working
within a matrixed R&D organization is preferred.
Education and Experience:
M.S. degree in Nutrition or related technical field or PhD degree preferably in
Nutrition. Food industry experience is needed.
Food Scientist – MN
Our client is looking for an excellent product developer to create new and improve existing frozen
dairy products. This person will be an integral part of a cross functional product development team. Involved in early stages of concept creation through commercialization and ongoing production. Tasks include
developing formulations, creating lab samples, potentially assisting with consumer research, costing, becoming the internal expert on production capabilities (self produced and co-packed) and new manufacturing
technologies, working with suppliers on new ingredient formulations, creating bill of materials documents, assisting with establishing quality specifications, managing trial runs and first production runs. The ideal
candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Food/Dairy Science or related area and 5 plus years experience or a Master's degree and 0 - 3 years experience.Travel is approx. 25% of the time.
Quality Technologist / Engineer
Our Client is a leading consumer packaged goods company and we are looking for a quality
professional for a large food plant based in Arkansas. A background in food quality and either a BS in food science, microbiology, or engineering is required. This position offers growth and career
advancement opportunities. Some background in thermal processing is required.
Product Developer – Baked Goods – TX
Our client is a fast growing supplier of high quality baked goods to the food industry. We are looking for a product developer with a creative baking background that
includes cakes and sweet goods. If this is your background and you have experience creating excellent baked goods, we would like to talk to you. The position requires at least 3 years of product development in the
baked goods area.
Food Scientist – Baked Goods – TX
Our client is a fast growing supplier of high quality baked goods to the food industry. We are looking for a creative team player with a strong food science background
that includes starches, gums, and icings. If this is your background and you have a solid technical background in baked goods, we would like to talk to you.
Director of Quality – Pacific Northwest
Our client is looking for a Director of QA that can combine excellent system development and implementation with the ability to develop a strong team reporting to
him/her.
He/she will coordinate the development, implementation and monitoring of the systems and tools required to lead in the development of the company's vision of quality.
Responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following:
- Leadership - Setting goals for the work group, developing organizational capability, and modeling how we work together:
- Identifies and communicates key responsibilities and practices to ensure the immediate team of direct reports promotes a successful attitude, confidence in leadership,
and teamwork to achieve business results.
- Supports the implementation of Company programs, procedures, methods and practices to promote key messages and achieve a competitive advantage.
-Planning and Execution - Developing strategic and operational plans for the work group, managing execution, and measuring results:
- Contributes to the development of long-term strategies and plans for the business unit/department.
- Plans and manages business unit/department processes and practices to ensure that programs are aligned with company business goals and objectives.
- Prepares, communicates and educates client groups and team on changes in policies and practices within the organization.
Business Requirements:
- Providing functional expertise and executing functional responsibilities:
- Assures compliance to quality and product safety standards from source of supply to consumer.
- Develops an integrated quality assurance program and budget covering beverage, food, merchandise, product distribution channels and retail facilities.
- Implements and manages the product safety and quality assurance program to ensure that product safety, quality and regulatory compliance standards are met for all
beverage, food and merchandise items manufactured and sold.
This position requires a minimum of a BS in Food Science or engineering and at least 10 years food industry experience.
Product Developer-Baking-Pacific Northwest
We are looking for a seasoned developer that can plan and execute complex and multiple projects developing bakery products in conjunction with internal and external
partners. The person in this position should have bakery science experience. This person designs and conducts bench top experiments and tests, including Product Guidance testing recommendations, plant trials and
in-market testing to deliver project requirements. When managing projects this person will need to lead cross-functional teams involving marketing, procurement, QA, and operations. The group is team oriented and
this person should work well with others. There is excellent opportunity for growth and development with this position. A minimum of 3 years of product development experience and a minimum of a BS in Food Science or
related are required.
Product Development Manager-Baking-Pacific Northwest
We are looking for a seasoned developer that can independently manage large and projects and work autonomously. The person in this position should have strong bakery
science experience. This person designs and conducts bench top experiments and tests, including Product Guidance testing recommendations, plant trials and in-market testing to deliver project requirements. When
managing projects this person will need to lead cross-functional teams involving marketing, procurement, QA, and operations. The group is team oriented and this person should work well with others. There is
excellent opportunity for growth and development with this position. A minimum of 8 years of product development experience and a minimum of a BS in Food Science or related are required.
Product Development Manager-Beverages-Pacific Northwest
We are looking for a seasoned developer that can independently manage large and complex beverage projects. Ideally they would have thermal processing experience but it
is not a deal breaker. This person designs and conducts bench top experiments and tests, including Product Guidance testing recommendations, plant trials and in-market testing to deliver project requirements. When
managing projects this person will need to lead cross-functional teams involving marketing, procurement, QA, and operations. The group is team oriented and this person should work well with others. There is
excellent opportunity for growth and development with this position. A minimum of 8 years of product development experience and a minimum of a BS in Food Science or related are required.
Packaging/Engineering
Packaging Project Engineer – MN
Our client is looking for a corporate Project Engineer with experience and understanding of high speed packaging systems, motion control, and material handling. This
person will be the lead engineer on projects with minimal direction. He/she will have worked on projects larger than $1MM and be able to handle multiple project assignments. The ideal candidate will have at least 5
years experience and the ability to travel up to 50% of the time.
Electrical Controls Engineer-New Mexico, Milwaukee
Our client is looking for a strong electrical controls engineer with a minimum of 5
years of controls engineering experiencein a manufacturing environment. A strong background with Allen Bradley and Wonderware. Significant experience with Process Control and Panel Design. This person must have good
communication and team skills. The position has strong growth opportunities and career development potential. A minimum of 5 years experience is required.
Plant Packaging Optimization Engineer - MI, Northern CA, Southern CA, MO, OH, and Minneapolis
Our client is looking for a candidate that will be a significant resource for
manufacturing system knowledge. Someone that will lead, develop and execute solutions for quality and performance improvements on manufacturing systems and have some experience with packaging lines.
Accountabilities: Be a creator of continuous quality improvement. Determine
opportunities for quality improvement and lead in the implementation of changes using advanced engineering principles, statistical methods, and improved practices through HPWS. Achieve 100% conformance to
package quality standards.
Operations Support:
Be a significant resource for the development and execution of manufacturing system
productivity improvements and cost reductions.
Carry responsibility for manufacturing system performance, capability measurement, and tracking.
Conduct unit operations studies to gain system knowledge, improved efficiencies, and
reduced losses.Develop and direct training in manufacturing system operations, maintenance, and materials.
Carry responsibility to assure that new product tests and start-ups are designed and executed properly.
Actively participate in the implementation of HPWS by effectively communicating technical knowledge and changes.
Technical Development:
Improve manufacturing system unit operations through the development, testing, and
implementation of technological improvements to current systems.
Shared responsibility for establishing and documenting system and unit operations standards.
Assume primary responsibility for assuring that all manufacturing systems improvements
and changes meet current standards.
Communicate system performance, performance improvements, and opportunities within.
Qualifications:
A person with recognized technical expertise, operations knowledge, practical work
experience and technical experience in the following areas:
System logic and sequence of operations knowledge
Materials/product/people inter-relationships
Electrical/control design aptitude (i.e. sensors, servos, PLC's, data hdlg.)
Understanding packaging machine theory, function, elements of design
Understanding integration of electronic/digital with mechanical components
Statistical methods
Analytical method
Advanced computer skills
Mechanical/Control ability to troubleshoot
Ability to understand and apply engineering principles
Materials knowledge
Maintenance practices, preventive/predictive systems knowledge
Demonstrated skills in the following areas:
Leadership, Interpersonal skills, HPWS, Problem solving, Teaching and training ability, and initiative.
A technical degree, preferably in Engineering or with 6+ years experience in
engineering, quality engineering, or manufacturing.
This person will have opportunities for growth and development. The position
includes a base salary, bonus, benefits, and relocation.
Electrical Controls Engineer - MI, Milwaukee, and North Central Ohio
Our client, a Fortune 500 food manufacturer is looking for an Electrical Controls
Engineer that has experience developing PLC ladder logic and HMI programming for the following platforms: Allen-Bradley SLC500, PLC5, ControlLogix, and Allen-Bradley’s HMI's. Also exp. developing
Wonderware InTouch applications and servo drive programming applications. Also experience with Industrial Ethernet and Communications Networks. Knowledge of Batch Processing and Packaging Systems is also
needed. Electrical systems and standards including NEC, NFPA, and OSHA are necessary. This person will develop a 3-4 year control strategy for the plant and develop controls applications where
needed. Trouble-shoot where required.
Operations and Engineering
Process Optimization Engineer-Louisiana
The Process Optimization Engineer is responsible for creating, developing and implementing standard
operating procedures across energy plant and refining processes. The PO Engineer will model, test and modify existing mechanical, electrical and instrumentation technologies to optimize energy and refining
efficiencies. He/she will train and mentor operators and engineers in best practices to ensure critical automatic, safety systems are in place. The position will be responsible for leading and developing Six Sigma
initiatives across power plant and refining operations to reduce energy, improve yield, reduce waste, raise quality and elevate productivity.
B.S. in Engineering is required.
He/she must have at least 15 years of successful, comprehensive experience in manufacturing
continuous processes field. Six Sigma Black Belt certification required. Control simulation software experience (e.g. from Aspentech family) required. Chartered/Professional Engineer license preferred.
Process and Project Development Engineer - Nebraska
This person provides support for production in two manufacturing business
units. The position will be responsible for “out of the box” solutions to processing problems and will execute technical and engineering projects of various size and scope which may include new product
development.
Key areas of focus include:
-Improvement to quality, yield, and processing cost
-Optimization of the existing processes
-Identification and implementation of new technologies and/ or products to accomplish the business goals
The candidate must be capable of managing projects at all levels to include lab
development resulting in production implementation. The role works closely with cross-functional business members in the North American business unit to ensure all aspects of projects align with customer
expectations, manufacturing, business unit strategy, goals, and company policies. As Process/ Project Engineer this position will direct the work of both exempt and nonexempt positions in relation to various
projects.
Education:
MS Chemical Engineering or BS Chemical Engineering with relevant experience in food,
pharma or specialty chemicals required
Experience:
3-5 years of experience working on technical processes, new product and project development and management
Project Management certification preferred
Project Engineer – AR
Our client is looking for a good project engineer with experience with projects in the $250k-$1mm range or above. This is a plant based position in a large union food
manufacturing facility. This person will support manufacturing operations with technical innovation and leadership to improve/modify new and existing systems in the facility through the implementation of capital
projects. The position requires a BS in Chemical or Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering and a minimum of 3 years experience. Some thermal processing exposure is preferred.
Process Engineer – AR
Our client is looking for a good process engineer with experience in a food manufacturing plant. This person will develop new and existing processes as well as equipment
and technology implementation to facilitate an efficient and competitive manufacturing operation. The position requires a BS in Engineering or related and a minimum of 3 years experience in a related manufacturing
environment. Experience implementing and supporting manufacturing methods that drive continuous improvement and thermal processing exposure is preferred.
Process Engineer—New Product Development-Minnesota
Our client is a leading manufacturer of quality food products in the US and internationally. We are looking for a top notch process engineer with thermal processing
experience. Both retort and aseptic are preferred. The ideal candidate will have formal training in both types of processing and good interpersonal skills working with a variety of experience levels. This person
will define process requirements for new products and evaluate capability of existing product lines to deliver acceptable finished goods. He/she will also design tests to scale-up processes for industrial
manufacture. A minimum of 3-5 years experience working with thermal processed products is needed.
Project Engineer - location open, requires heavy travel
Positions require 10+ years experience and a BS in engineering. Experience with a consumer packaged goods company working on large capital projects is
necessary.
Department Manager
Our client is a leading food manufacturer looking for growth oriented department
managers for several of their plants. We are looking for individuals that have shown strong career growth and a desire to make a difference. The skills and traits we seek in this person are Strong leadership,
interpersonal, communications and listening skills; the ability to adjust to multiple demands, shifting work priorities, ambiguity, adversity and change; a commitment to corporate values; and a demonstrated
understanding of technology i.e. complexities of products, machinery, and costs. Also strong conceptual skills and ability to implement change, good analytical and business judgment including demonstrated
problem-solving and trouble-shooting skills, and be committed to results and execution. This person must have at least 5-7 years of operations experience in a food plant. A 4 year degree is mandatory with
a science or engineering major preferred. The plant locations are located throughout the United States. The positions include base salary, bonus, full benefits, and relocation.
Department Manager – N.California and Chicago area
Our client is a Fortune 500 food manufacturer looking for a fast-track department
manager for a position in a large food plant. This person will be on a career track to become a plant manager. We are looking for individuals that have shown strong career growth and a desire to make a
difference. The skills and traits we seek in this person are Strong leadership, interpersonal, communications and listening skills; the ability to adjust to multiple demands, shifting work priorities, ambiguity,
adversity and change; a commitment to corporate values; and a demonstrated understanding of technology i.e. complexities of products, machinery, and costs. Also strong conceptual skills and ability to implement
change, good analytical and business judgment including demonstrated problem-solving and trouble-shooting skills, and be committed to results and execution. This person must have at least 5-7 years of
operations experience in a food plant. A 4 year degree is mandatory with a science or engineering major preferred. Specific areas of accountability include business development, environmental and food
safety, product quality, cost control and customer service. Responsibilities also include: staff development, continuous improvement in human safety and establishing, reviewing and maintaining policies and
procedures that are required for the successful operation of the facility. Provide strategic leadership to the plant and develop a business plan to identify new business opportunities. Increase operational
efficiencies and increase through-put of plant. Drive continuous improvement in all aspects of manufacturing process. Develop and maintain a strong team spirit with all employees and managers
Maintenance Team Leader/Manager
Our client is looking for growth potential. We are looking for 5 years of prior
management or leadership experience in a manufacturing plant, a demonstrated understanding of proactive maintenance methodologies and a commitment to continuous learning in the areas of maintenance techniques, such
as TPM, RCM, and Root Cause Analysis. This person will lead the maintenance function, providing supervision, coaching and support to members of the maintenance work team. The position is based in southern
CA and includes base salary, bonus, benefits, and relocation.
Maintenance and Production Team Leader Positions
The Production Team Leader supervises and coordinates all activities of
bottling/distilling personnel, including operational, personnel, and administrative tasks. This position develops, manages and leads the performance oriented team, which totals 50-120 hourly workers and 20 temp
agency employees, to efficiently package-finished product, and thus requires strong communication, leadership and people skills.
Minimum Job Requirements: BA/BS in Business, Management, or Engineering/ In
bottling/distilling operations, BS in Science or Engineering, preferably chemical engineering5 plus years of supervisory experience. Spanish speaking a plus.
Positions are available in Baltimore, MD and Chicago, IL.
Team Leader positions
Our client is looking for growth potential. We are looking for 5 years of prior
management or leadership experience in a continuous process manufacturing plant. Locations include: MN, GA, MO, OK, CA, TN, NJ, and OH.
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