R&D Scientist/Technologist

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We currently have an immediate opportunity for R&D Scientist to join the BAR DIVISION at our ONTARIO, CALIFORNIA location.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Provide effective and functional technical support within the current R&D organization leadership. Responsible for the development of nutritional bar products for both new and existing Nellson customers. Provide data based technical leadership for innovation and product development from ideation to commercialization, utilizing standard best practices and procedures with hands on scale up and commercialization support. Collaborate with cross-functional disciplines to accomplish project goals.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support and lead the development of commercially successful and innovative new products for the bar business.
• Develop an effective relationship and work closely with the QA, Sales, Operations, and Nellson customers.
• Gain full command of internal formulation system for food product development and commercialization.
• Support and lead ideation and development of innovative products and platforms via formulation and/or process driven technologies using customer/marketing insights and existing/new technologies.
• Maintain awareness of market trends and comparative products.
• Ability to clearly present and articulate product ideas and innovations to internal and external customers.
• Ability to identify and qualify new equipment and/or processes for new product commercialization (US only).
• Ability to run and monitor bench-top and manufacturing scale-up batches.
• Ability to conduct shelf-life testing protocols, including the preparation and/or review shelf-life testing protocols. Preparation and/or manufacture of shelf-life testing samples. Monitoring, evaluation, and summary of results for shelf-life test results.
• Support R&D team through the identification and sourcing of new, novel ingredients.
• Gain full command of process systems for effective and sustainable product commercialization and apply product development processes to ensure formulation robustness for commercialization.
• Support and lead product transfers from other processing locations for maximizing schedule flexibility, efficiency, and lowest cost production.
• Capture and analyze key process data to determine and communicate key process variables and execute corrective action steps. (US only)
• Assist R&D project Sr Scientist in completing development and commercialization of new products.
• Develop a network of outside contacts such as customers, vendors, consultants, and educators.
• Performs Technical Reports writing as required.
• Performs other related duties as assign.

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES:

• Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills for trouble shooting and expanding current equipment capital for developing new product forms and formats.
• Knowledge and practical experience with shelf stable water activity-controlled food products and/or functional foods product development, processing equipment and techniques and regulatory requirements.
• Advance communication skills, both written and verbal (French and English for Canadian positions). Ability to speak effectively in front of groups of customers or employees.
• Demonstrate attention to detail.
• Must work will in group problem solving and exhibit sound judgement.
• Ability to prioritize and use time effectively while managing competing demands.
• Contribute to building a positive team spirit and display a high amount of professionalism.
• Responds promptly to customer needs.
• A firm foundation in food engineering and food science is required.
• Strong product formulation skills. Firm understanding of ingredient functionality and nutrition.
• High level of professionalism and diplomacy.
• Experience conducting plant trials/ process validation testing.
• Demonstrates self-management by consistently at work and on-time, takes responsibility for own actions, takes initiative, generates suggestions for improving work, meets productivity standards, and monitors own work to ensure quality.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Requires a minimum of 3 years of experience in the food industry.
• Requires a four-year college or university degree or its equivalent in Food Engineering Sciences, Food Science, or other relevant science degree.
• Knowledge and Experience with Design of Experiment (DOE) techniques.

At Nellson, we invest in highly talented individuals and provide them with opportunities to continuously learn and grow to realize their full potential. Our state-of-the-art facilities, warehouses, and corporate offices offer a knowledgeable and professional environment to employees. By joining our performance-oriented team, you will be able to put your expertise to use and positively impact many groups across our production process.

Nellson offers competitive pay, career growth opportunities, and an outstanding benefits program that features:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage
• Generous Paid Time Off
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Flexible schedules
• Professional Development & Tuition Reimbursement
• And Many More Employee-Friendly Programs!

Nellson is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other status protected by law. You may visit our website at www.nellsonllc.com to view current job openings.