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Job Title: Food Technologist
We are seeking a talented Food Product and Seasoning Developer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for formulating new and existing seasonings and food products based on project specifications. This role involves solving technical problems essential to flavor development, food applications, or delivery systems.
Job Description
As a Food Technologist, you will formulate both new and existing seasonings and food products based on project specifications. You will develop a deep understanding of our seasonings and processes, evaluate them, and make recommendations to the sales team according to customer requirements. Your role will involve adapting to rapidly changing priorities, managing multiple tasks, and taking direction from product developers, scientists, and supervisors.
Key Responsibilities:
* Formulate seasonings and food products based on customer project specifications.
* Develop concepts and applications based on market trends for meat, savory, and seasoning products.
* Perform accurate calculations related to seasoning formulas in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
* Maintain accurate and organized project records.
Qualifications:
* Previous experience in compounding and weighing with proven accuracy and strong attention to detail.
* Experience with lab scales, kitchen utensils, mixers, and ingredients.
* Ability to work accurately with calculations such as ratios, decimals, and percentages.
* Demonstrated data entry and basic PC skills, including proficiency in Excel and Word.
* Bachelors degree in the sciences
Job Type
This is a Contract-to-Hire position with a duration of 12 Month(s).
Work Site
This is a fully on-site position in Oakland, New Jersey.
Work Environment
Working in R&D Lab
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
* Hiring diverse talent
* Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
* Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
* Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.
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