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Current Searches:

ML1755-QA Manager (West Coast)
ML1750-Vice President of Quality Assurance (West Coast)
ML1751-Director, QA & Regulatory Compliance (California)
ML1737-Senior Flavorist (Midwest)
ML1739-Quality Assurance Manager w/ USDA (Texas)
ML1730-Research Scientist (Midwest)
ML1711-QUALITY ASSURANCE MANAGER (East Coast, Pennsylvania)
ML1724-Quality Assurance Manager (West Coast)
ML1709-QA Manager (Midwest)
ML1697-Quality Improvement Manager (Mid-South)
ML1677-Corporate Chef (Western U.S.)
ML1665-Technologist - Applications & Technical Service, Bakery (Midwest)
ML1670-Corporate QA Manager (Midwest)
ML1657-Sr. Manager, Quality Assurance & Food Safety
ML1522-Food Technologist (West Coast)
ML1755-QA Manager (West Coast)

Compnay Product:
One of country’s largest suppliers of Oriental frozen foods

Job Description:
Directs the implementation of new technologies, process, improvements, and quality programs to ensure the relentless commitment to continuos improvement. Will monitor SSOP, GMP, Listeria and Allergen programs. Will control standards and specifications for manufacturing and implement changes as needed to guarantee the highest level of food safety, sanitation, quality, and customer satisfaction . Reviews all complaints received from customers for the purpose of determining where emphasis should be placed at the plant to prevent recurrence; visit customers and suppliers periodically to confer and resolve specific quality problems. Liaison with all regulatory Government Agencies (FDA and USDA) and local food regulatory bodies.

Directs technical assistance to plant personnel and functions as the chief trouble shooter for the plant. Controls all plant trials for product, process and packaging modifications or improvements. Will conduct independent auditing with outside lab technicians coming to our plant.

Directs QA Technicians to ensure compliance with raw materials and packaging specifications and finished product standards. Authorizes exception or rejection of materials after thorough analysis of material and how it relates to specifications, regulations and product performance; Develops and directs implementation of process and product improvements to achieve product quality, consistency, and cost control.; Participates as a key facilitator for the implementation of Corporate and Plant Total Quality process.

Plans and conduct periodic audits to ensure compliance with appropriate quality, regulatory and process standards specifications and procedures.

As HACCP Coordinator will be responsible for updating and maintaining it’s programs to include physically verifying HACCP critical control points in addition to completing documents and maintaining accurate record controls for the entire HACCP program.

Education/Experience:
B.S. degree in Food Science with at least four to five years of experience in the food industry to include two/three years in a supervisory capacity.

Reports to:
President

SALARY:
To $85K

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ML1750-Vice President of Quality Assurance (West Coast)

Compnay Product:
Custom manufacturer of frozen food products to include entrées, plated meals, meal components, soups, sauces, poultry, meat and fish specialties.

Job Description:
Develop, maintain, and assure effectiveness of quality assurance programs for the Company. Provide information and technical assistance to customers, R&D, and suppliers.

Specific responsibilities:
1) Quality Assurance for raw materials, processing, sanitation, regulatory agencies recall program 2) Technical Support for new products (USDA label approval) and product development for new items 3) Customer Relations to assure effective QA systems for customer products and 4) Administrative: performance reviews for technical support personnel.

Education/Experience:
B.S. Food Science, product development experience required

Reports to:
President

SALARY:
To $100K+ bonus

Please reference the job number of interest in your cover letter and fax your resume in confidence to 414-962-6261. If you prefer to email your information, please send it in a PDF, Microsoft® Word document, or Text format to rothyoung@execpc.com

ML1751-Director, QA & Regulatory Compliance (California)

Compnay Product:
Multi billion global food manufacturer and distributor.

Job Description:
Develop and implement procedures to assure Company processes and products comply with Company safety and quality standards and applicable regulatory requirements. Pre-approve copacker facilities for Company Production. Monitor Company, copacker, and warehouse conformance to established standards and specifications and develop corrective action plans as needed. Coordinate handling of consumer correspondence related to Company products.

Education/Experience:
Bachelors degree in Food Science or related field or equivalent experience.; In depth knowledge of food related regulatory requirements; In depth knowledge of statistical process control. (6 Sigma Green Belt); 5 to 7 years supervisory experience in Q/A; Good written (including technical writing) and verbal communication skills; Capability of maintaining good working relationships with varying levels of corporate and plant management, copackers, regulatory agency, and trade association staff.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
Six Sigma Black Belt or higher.; Prior product development experience; Meat, Poutlry, or Seafood experience

Reports to:
Chief Operating Officer

Direct Reports:
Three QA Managers at differentplants and One Manager of Consumer Affairs.Manager,

SALARY:
To $140K plus bonus

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ML1737-Senior Flavorist (Midwest)

Compnay Product:
Developer of flavors for confection, bakery, snack, savory, beverage, dairy, and nutraceutical products.

Job Description:
A leader with the ability to teach and bring along protégés. Must be industry knowledgeable, good written and oral communication skills. Internatioal travel a possibility. Member of Society of Flavor Chemists.

Education/Experience:
Degree in Food Science with 5+ years of experience and knowledge of sweet brown dairy flavors.

Reports to:
Director of New Business Development

Direct Reports:
3 Flavorists, 5 technicians

SALARY:
To $125K with bonus

Please reference the job number of interest in your cover letter and fax your resume in confidence to 414-962-6261. If you prefer to email your information, please send it in a PDF, Microsoft® Word document, or Text format to rothyoung@execpc.com

ML1739-Quality Assurance Manager w/ USDA (Texas)

Compnay Product:
One of the world’s largest producers of value added Red Meat and Pork products

Job Description:
Ensures food safety requirements are fulfilled. Maintain food safety programs including HACCP Plans, SSOP and company SOPs. Knowledge of sanitary design and sanitation standards is essential. Work with in-plant regulatory personnel as well as plant management personnel to maintain compliance to regulatory policy.; Support R&D efforts to sustain current product formulations and specifications as well as the development of new products; Direct workers engaged in inspection and testing activities to ensure continuous control over materials, facilities and products. Investigate and answer customer complaints regarding quality. Leads a team to get to root cause through collaboration.

Education/Experience:
BS Degree (Science or Food related discipline preferred) 3 + years quality with previous QA Manager level experience. Food manufacturing Desired: HACCP certification, P roven track record in driving quality initiatives..USDA –Meat or Poultry experience

Reports to:
a supervisor who supervises 8 employees and microbiologist. Is responsible for the overall direction, coordination and evaluation of this unit.

SALARY:
To $75K

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ML1730-Research Scientist (Midwest)

Compnay Product:
National leading manufacturer and distributor of branded dairy/cheese products

Job Description:
2-3 years of new product development with a major branded food company. Must have consumer packaged goods product development experience. Ability to handle multiple new to market products from bench top to commercialization. Provide food based technical support to improve current product cost and quality.

Education/Experience:
Require BS degree, preferably (in order) in: Food Science, Chemical Engineering, or Dairy Science); would consider Biology or Nutrition with strong practical experience; MS degree as above preferred.

Experience needs to be in product development, not quality or manufacturing. Prefer experience to be from competitor working on products/concepts similar to ours.

Product Development Experience: 3+ years from one or more of following food systems: Prefer: cheese or dairy; would consider grain, snacks, frozen dinner, salad dressing, appetizers, meals, application of flavors. Following food systems don't have transferable skills; exclusive background in following would not be considered: meat, beverage, vegetables, desserts, oil, confections, jams and jellies. Experience in targeted food system development must have been with in last 5 years to be relevant.

Must have applied development experience. Will not consider experience exclusive to basic or pure research or brand new graduate with no applied development experience.

Reports to:
Director of Quality Assurance

SALARY:
To $85K (depends upon experience)

Please reference the job number of interest in your cover letter and fax your resume in confidence to 414-962-6261. If you prefer to email your information, please send it in a PDF, Microsoft® Word document, or Text format to rothyoung@execpc.com

ML1711-QUALITY ASSURANCE MANAGER (East Coast, Pennsylvania)

Compnay Product:
frozen entrées – foodservice

Job Description:
Knowledge of food processing, food industry quality assurance, federal food safety regulations (both FDA and USDA), Sanitation (including Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures [SSOP’s]), HACCP [Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point] systems and current good manufacturing practices [GMP’s]. Knowledge of food microbiology, general microbiology, food hygiene, and food safety. Programs; Skill in communications (both written and verbal) in order to document findings, write reports, summaries, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s), protocols, etc. Ability to analyze problems, develop alternatives, and effectively present recommendations, both orally and in writing.

SPECIFIC DUTIES:

  • Ensure that the facility is in complete compliance with all relevant USDA, FDA, and regulatory guidelines established for food manufacturing.
  • Enforce current good manufacturing practices (GMP’s) and all relevant company policies and food safety regulations.
  • Review QA paperwork (HACCP, SSOP’s, and weight check sheets) on a daily basis.
  • Maintain and develop Quality Assurance and Quality Control programs for the facility.

    Programs included are:

    • raw material inspections and determination of quality and usability of product prior to production.
    • proper product rotation
    • revise employee sanitation guidelines and training programs (food hygiene) as necessary.
    • microbiological testing procedures.
    • maintain the facility’s HACCP plans and all associated documentation.
    • swabbing program / environmental testing
    • reporting to Purchasing of problematic items from vendors.
    • develop preventative QA programs to catch problems before they develop.
  • Train all employees on all procedures and guidelines. Implement follow-up training on basic food handling procedures for existing and new employees. Instill a quality approach in all new employees
  • Maintain the facility sanitation programs in compliance with all applicable FDA and USDA regulations.
  • Maintain BOM (bill of materials) files, formulas, batch sheets and specification files.
  • Respond to any customer comment, concerns, problems, and/or questions regarding a QC or Sanitation issue.
  • Implement a self-inspection program and plant scoring systems for adherence to goals, guidelines, and standards.
  • Prepare product samples for Sales and customer requests.

Education/Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Meat Science, Microbiology or related field (Dairy Science, Food Engineering, Chemical Engineering or Biology) is required. [ Food Science degree preferred ]

Reports to:
Director of Quality Assurance

SALARY:
To high $50’sK

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ML1724-Quality Assurance Manager (West Coast)

Compnay Product:
worldwide leader in the manufacture of food ingredients

Job Description:
Responsible for establishing, implementing, and directing quality control efforts to ensure that requirements for processing components, and other materials into finished goods and products conform to quality standards. Through subordinate supervisors or professional staff, establishes and maintains quality assurance standards, procedures, and controls. Works directly with manufacturing to schedule and control inspection activities and to enforce requirements as specified by raw materials, ingredients, products and package specifications, and regulatory agencies. Reviews contract documentation for completeness and accuracy. Works with research and development during new product start-ups and establishes checkpoints for testing new products and processes. Initiates corrective action for procedural product or process deficiencies. Develops and implements a program of supplier relations. Required to conform to safety regulations and procedures to maintain a safe working environment at all times.

Education/Experience:
B.S. in Food Science

SALARY:
To $73K

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ML1709-QA Manager (Midwest)

Compnay Product:
Division of a two billion dollar ingredient manufacturing company manufacturing cereal particulates and coatings

Job Description:
Individual must have experience interfacing with customers and the ability to drive understanding of the importance of quality through the ranks. Will supervise lab employees and responsibilities include working with regulatory agencies, such as FDA in order to ensure plant compliance and that finished products meet customer requirements; oversee the pest control program to ensure compliance with required standards; train plant personnel on HACCP, GMP, allergens, and other food safety programs.

Reports to:
Director of QA

SALARY:
To $55K-$65K + bonus

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ML1697 - Quality Improvement Manager (Mid-South)

Compnay Product:
Food Products/Chemicals

Job Description:
To ensure products consistently meet corporate quality specifications, to develop and use technology to maximize production capacity and minimize costs, and to ensure compliance with applicable environmental standards. Key Result areas include:

Regulatory Requirementsand Quality Control:
Ensure compliance with all applicable government environmental regulations and company environmental policies and procedures. M eet or exceed all applicable government and company food safety standards. Design, implement, maintain and oversee quality management systems that: Ensure all products meet or exceed company quality specifications; Ensure that all exceptions to product quality standards are promptly and thoroughly investigated, and root causes are identified and corrected. Ensure all customer qualification requirements are met or exceeded; and Ensure full compliance with ISO 9000 quality standards. Fully and promptly investigate customer complaints, prepare timely written responses in accordance with Corporate QA Policy.

Process Control:
Continuously monitor and optimize the yield and efficiency of the yeast fermentation, and design and implement changes to raw materials, fermentation protocols, yeast strains, laboratory methods, and/or other ancillary processes to ensure customer quality requirements are met and production costs are minimized. Continuously monitor process and product samples, laboratory data, and process information, and promptly identify and thoroughly investigate production bottlenecks and deviations from normal process operating conditions and standards, and quickly and effectively correct them.

Process Improvement and Product Development:
Innovate, recommend, and promptly and effectively evaluate and test new raw materials, manufacturing processes and equipment, process control instruments and/or strategies, laboratory methods and instruments, process conditions, packaging materials, etc., and vigorously drive the implementation of changes that improve quality, reduce production cost, and/or increase throughput. Identify, mitigate and control environmental impacts of new or revised processes and products. Innovate, recommend, and collaborate with Technical Services and T&D to develop new products/services in a timely and cost effective manner. Interface with management, other company plants, and T&D, through regular and effective written and verbal communications, to ensure adequate levels of technical support are provided and technical evaluations and developments are properly documented and disseminated.

Financial Control:
Prepare and submit in a timely manner accurate raw material and ingredient usage forecasts (e.g., FS yield, formula yield, receiver yields, cp tolerance, CPPI, stability, etc.) and outside technical service expenses (e.g., environmental contractors, external laboratories, etc.) for the annual operating budget and periodic cost forecasts. Control spending for technical services to within budgeted amounts.

Sales Support:
Answer requests for information from Sales and customers promptly and completely

Human Resources:
Provide periodic and effective training of plant personnel on applicable technical and environmental issues (e.g., permit requirements, compliance procedures, equipment calibration and maintenance, etc.), to ensure regulatory compliance and efficient process control. Comply with all applicable employment laws, regulations, company policies and union contracts. Apply progressive discipline measures fairly and consistently. Perform thorough, documented performance appraisals. Assess employees’ development requirements and ensure employees receive necessary training and experience, and where applicable (e.g., Laboratory Manager), assign annual performance and development objectives that are aligned with the needs of the facility and the business .Ensure that accurate and complete personnel records are maintained .Recruit, hire and retain qualified employees.

Education/Experience:
B.S. Degree in Biochemistry, Biochemical Engineering, Biology
Five years in a technical role in a manufacturing plant environment.

SALARY:
To $100K plus bonus

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ML1677-Corporate Chef (Western U.S.)

Compnay Product:
$500M branded and private label frozen foods company

Position Function:
This position is responsible for development of new products and product improvements according to defined parameters, for reformulation of products to improve quality characteristics, processing efficiencies or ingredient cost, for testing alternate ingredient vendors, for defining specifications and standards, for maintenance of a clean, organized work area, accurate lab records and R&D team commitment.

This position must handle multiple project demands and deadlines, organizing workload while maintaining accurate, detailed documentation of tasks and results.

Responsibilities:

  • Assist with food preparation for recipe development, test panels, demonstrations, and trade shows
  • Develop new products according to projects briefs as assigned
  • Organized tasks and responsibilities to meet project deadlines
  • Keep accurate records of lab work, documentation of ingredients used, formulation modifications
  • Must be able to explain the functional ingredients affects as it relates to the culinary development of the recipe
  • Will be responsible for the product development process from bench top through commercial production
  • Responsible for writing recipes and procedures for new products
  • Assist in the development of training materials for distribution to the field
  • Develop and revise products using data from focus groups
  • Participate in planning, monitoring and documenting plant trials and initial plants runs for successful commercialization of new products
  • Work with the R&D team to identify and develop concepts for new products
  • Reformulate products of processes as assigned for product improvement, cost reduction process improvement and waste reduction
  • Participate in sensory evaluation of R&D projects, new products, reformulations, ingredient substitutions and competitive product evaluations

Cost Reduction:

  • Test raw materials finished products as assigned to reduce product cost without compromising product quality
  • Identify opportunities to reduce raw materials SKU’s
Sales & Marketing Support
  • Assist in product demonstrations and cuttings as needed
  • Work with customers as needed in new product development and reformulations
  • Maintain awareness of current trends in consumer buying, retail and foodservice markets and “hot” food flavor trends
R & D
  • Maintain clean, organized lab and work areas
  • Track R & D waste
  • Perform other duties in support of department or company needs as requested

Job Requirements:

  • Knowledge of ethnic cuisines and culture. Ability to recognize food trends and lead flavor development to take advantage of new products opportunities.
  • Experience with marinades, batters, breading, and food-processing systems preferred.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects; manage to established deadlines
  • Strong organizational skills and ability to perform with minimal supervision
  • Ability to communicate clearly with all levels of personnel through verbal, written and electronic modes.

Education/Experience:
B.S degree in Food Science or Culinary degree, 8 years experience in the food industry. Must have excellent cooking skills, garnishing skills, and a good sense of taste and smell.

REPORTS TO:
Director of Research and Development

SALARY:
to $90K plus 15% bonus

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ML1665-Technologist – Applications & Technical Service, Bakery (Midwest)

Compnay Product:
Functional fibers and other ingredients for the baking and food industry

Summary:

Conduct laboratory tests, plant tests, and provide technical service support for bakery and other foods. Provide hands-on technical project support with project management accountabilities for development of bakery and food applications utilizing Company’s ingredients. Significant customer interface required along with other technical service accountabilities to support the needs of Sales, Marketing, and Operations. Deliver technical presentations to customers and peers at meetings. Conduct research in support of scientific journal publication.

Responsibilites:

  • Conduct bench-top baking and laboratory tests for bakery products, , and other foods. Coordinate laboratory resources to conduct these tests.
  • Deliver on Group and Division Objectives and support short term projects as outlined by Project Management System.
  • Provide technical service support for bakery and food customers including hands-on bench and scale-up to production support to assure successful transition of lab results to production level in plants. Interact with customers via phone or on-site as appropriate.
  • Identify and resolve routine technical issues for customers via telephone or on-site. When relevant make PowerPoint presentations.
  • Support application development and ingredient development projects.
  • Support projects such as prototype development, shelf life studies, ingredient effects, and analytical chemistry..
  • Support projects requiring processes such as baking, extrusion, frying, and freezing
  • Conduct scientific research using sound statistical design principles for publication and or presentation at professional meetings.
  • With help of supervisor, prioritize multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
  • Maintain ingredient inventory used in laboratory tests.
  • Write periodic reports on progress of research and other efforts. Maintain laboratory notebook.
  • Perform other duties as requested.

Education/Experience:
BS. or MS. in Bakery Science or Food Science. Minimum 5 years experience with a food or ingredient company necessary. Experience in plant production environment will be a plus. A Ph. D. in Bakery Science or Food Science can be used to qualify in lieu of 5 years experience Previous experience in a bakery production environment (e.g. scale-ups, regular production) preferred.

TRAVEL:
15-50% Required

REPORTS TO:
Senior Manager, Fiber Applications & Technical Service

SALARY:
to $65K plus bonus

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ML1670-Corporate QA Manager (Midwest)

Compnay Product:
World leader in providing quality products and custom solutions for the food industry. Beef. Pork. Bacon and Sausage. Poultry. Meat analogs and substitutes. Seafood. Vegetables. Dough, fruit and cheese based products

POSITION SUMMARY:

Develop, implement and maintain Quality Assurance programs to insure that all Company system products meet or exceed minimum food safety standards, customer specifications, government regulations and the Company’s product standards.

MAJOR POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Develop, implement and maintain the Corporation’s Quality Assurance programs addressing food safety minimums, customer specification, Company standards and government regulations including HACCP.
  • Coordinate the development, implementation and maintenance of the Corporation’s Quality Assurance programs for the Company’s Group companies.
  • Provide Quality Assurance procedures for new products prior to their release for commercial use.
  • Provide technical assistance and act as liaison to our customers regarding QA programs, customer specifications and new QA technology. Market products and services of the Company’s Group companies to customers.
  • Act as liaison with government regulatory agencies regarding the Corporation’s compliance with local, state and federal GMP guidelines and food safety regulations.
  • Direct the development and maintenance of an emergency response program for the Corporation and direct the Corporation’s activities to ensure an informed, controlled response to food safety emergencies. This includes directing a product recall capability program throughout the Corporation for all products produced.
  • Act as a resource of food science/safety information to others within Company’s Group companies.
  • Continually improve Quality Assurance department and advise and service keeping with the Corporation’s quality management philosophy.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
Bachelors degree in Food Science or related field.

Minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible QA management experience in the food industry (preferably meat processing). Heavy USDA background is an absolute.

Some management experience at the division or company wide level. Key QA advisory function to the manufacturing operations.

Travel:
Heavy – up to 50% domestically

Salary to $70K + 10% bonus

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ML1657-Sr. Manager, Quality Assurance & Food Safety

Compnay Product:
1 billion dollar global manufacturer and distributor of processed meat/poultry products for the food service industry. Ground beef operations produces one million pounds of product/ per day.

Function:
Responsible for the quality and safety of all products used and produced at the plant. Directs all QA and food safety functions within the plant. Coordinates audits to verify plant performance consistency and effectiveness. Communicates significant information to plant management and corporate food safety department.

Major Duties/Responsibilities:
Designs, installs, and evaluates QA/QC policies, process supply systems and QC testing methodology for this Division. Ensures that all QC and Food Safety procedures are being consistently followed by staff.

Responsible for the effectiveness of all Food Safety policies including HACCP’s, GMP’s, USDA regulatory. Policies and on-line process control as it relates to product safety. Maintain product quality and promotes a continuous improvement effort through SPC. Ensures that on-line process controls are being utilized effectively, provides the necessary training and communicates production results. Performs special projects as required to improve the process or troubleshoot problems. Utilize statistical testing methodologies (Process capability studies, design of experiments, etc.).

Education:
BS required and Preferred Masters in meat science, food science or related field.

Experience:
Proficient in SPC methods, computer usages (data analysis, charting, statistical applications) HACCP knowledge and experience. 10 years experience in meat processing industry preferably involving USDA meat/ground beef operations.

Reports to:
Vice President/General Manager

Salary to $80’sK + bonus

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ML1522-Food Technologist (West Coast)

Product:
Frozen Foods

POSITION FUNCTION:
This position is responsible for development of new products according to defined parameters, for reformulation of products to improve quality characteristics, processing efficiencies or ingredient cost, for testing alternate ingredient vendors, for defining specifications and standards, for maintenance of a clean, organized work area, accurate lab records and R&D team commitment.

This position must handle multiple project demands and deadlines, organizing workload while maintaining accurate, detailed documentation of tasks and results.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Product development and Product Improvements:

  • Develop new products according to projects briefs as assigned
  • Organized tasks and responsibilities to meet project deadlines
  • Keep accurate records of lab work, documentation of ingredients used, formulation modifications
  • Participate in planning, monitoring and documenting plant trials and initial plants runs for successful commercialization of new products
  • Work with the R&D team to identify and develop concepts for new products
  • Reformulate products of processes as assigned for product improvement, cost reduction process improvement and waste reduction
  • Participate in sensory evaluation of R&D projects, new products, reformulations, ingredient substitutions and competitive product evaluations
  • Supervise 1-2 Food Technicians

Technology / Operations support

  • In cooperation with project team, define processing parameters for new products or for improvements to existing products or processes or to reduce waste
  • With assistance from quality Assurance, define products specifications; analytical, physical, organoleptic and microbial
  • Define process parameters for new products and to improve production efficiencies for existing products

Cost Reduction:
Test raw materials finished products as assigned to reduce product cost without compromising product quality

  • Identify opportunities to reduce raw materials SKU's

Sales & Marketing Support

  • Assist in product demonstrations and cuttings as needed
  • Work with customers as needed in new product development and reformulations
  • Maintain awareness of current trends in consumer buying, retail and foodservice markets and “hot” food flavor trends

R & D

  • Maintain clean, organized lab and work areas
  • Track R & D waste
  • Perform other duties in support of department or company needs as requested
  • Job Requirements:
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects; manage to established deadlines
  • Able to supervise and maintain a workload of hourly personnel
  • Strong organizational skills and ability to perform with minimal supervision
  • Ability to communicate clearly with all levels of personnel through verbal, written and electronic modes

Education
B.S degree in Food science and 1 to 3 years experience in the food industry or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Reports to:
Director of R&D

Salary to $62K

Please reference the job number of interest in your cover letter and fax your resume in confidence to 414-962-6261. If you prefer to email your information, please send it in a Microsoft® Word document or Text format to rothyoung@execpc.com

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