Food Scientist
Toledo, Ohio (On-Site)
Permanent
Job Description
Food Scientist
Location: Toledo, OH
Employment Type: Full-time
About the Role:
Our client is seeking a dedicated Food Scientist to join their team in Toledo, OH. This role involves providing technical input throughout all phases of New Product Development, from concept through commercialization. The successful candidate will lead product development projects, collaborate cross-functionally, and ensure the successful execution of plant trials and product validations.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide technical input throughout all phases of New Product Development.
Lead product development projects from concept through commercialization.
Plan, execute, and report on plant trials and product validations.
Collaborate with Marketing and partner with Operations for commercial execution of new products.
Seek, evaluate, and utilize technical information to achieve objectives.
Recommend and implement product quality improvements based on quantitative insights.
Investigate and implement cost reduction initiatives.
Collaborate cross-functionally with Marketing, Sales, Supply Chain, Finance, and Operations.
Maintain laboratory ingredient inventories and keep accurate records on lab work and data analysis.
Safely operate, clean, and maintain lab-ware and equipment while adhering to GMPs.
Travel as requested, less than 20%.
Qualifications:
3-5 years of food R D experience, with a strong preference for experience in baking categories.
Understanding of flours and grains, grain-based products, chemical and yeast leavening, ingredient functionality, carbohydrate chemistry, and fat/oil chemistry.
Bachelor's Degree in Food Science or Engineering.
Preferred: Master's Degree in Food Science, Engineering, or Business.
Personal Characteristics:
Displays even temperament, ethical values, and good team-play within R D and cross-functionally.
Strong communication skills.
Great attitude and drive with the ability to roll up sleeves and get things done.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and handle moderate degrees of ambiguity.
Passion for food and innovation.
Looking for meaningful work? We can help.
Raise is an established hiring firm with over 65 years of experience. We believe strongly in making the world a better place through work, which is why we're a certified B Corporation and donate 10% of our profits to charity.
We strive to build teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we work in. We encourage all qualified applicants to , including people from traditionally underrepresented groups such as women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, people identifying as LGBTQ2SI, veterans, and people with visible/nonvisible disabilities.
We have a dedicated webpage for accommodations where you can learn more about what we offer, and request accommodation:
In order to submit candidates for roles, our clients will sometimes require personal information to confirm the identity of applicants and their legal status to work. Raise will never ask you for personal or banking information unless you have been selected for a job. If you are ever unsure about the legitimacy of this or another job posting by Raise (or have any other questions),
Toledo, Ohio (On-Site)
Permanent
Job Description
Food Scientist
Location: Toledo, OH
Employment Type: Full-time
About the Role:
Our client is seeking a dedicated Food Scientist to join their team in Toledo, OH. This role involves providing technical input throughout all phases of New Product Development, from concept through commercialization. The successful candidate will lead product development projects, collaborate cross-functionally, and ensure the successful execution of plant trials and product validations.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide technical input throughout all phases of New Product Development.
Lead product development projects from concept through commercialization.
Plan, execute, and report on plant trials and product validations.
Collaborate with Marketing and partner with Operations for commercial execution of new products.
Seek, evaluate, and utilize technical information to achieve objectives.
Recommend and implement product quality improvements based on quantitative insights.
Investigate and implement cost reduction initiatives.
Collaborate cross-functionally with Marketing, Sales, Supply Chain, Finance, and Operations.
Maintain laboratory ingredient inventories and keep accurate records on lab work and data analysis.
Safely operate, clean, and maintain lab-ware and equipment while adhering to GMPs.
Travel as requested, less than 20%.
Qualifications:
3-5 years of food R D experience, with a strong preference for experience in baking categories.
Understanding of flours and grains, grain-based products, chemical and yeast leavening, ingredient functionality, carbohydrate chemistry, and fat/oil chemistry.
Bachelor's Degree in Food Science or Engineering.
Preferred: Master's Degree in Food Science, Engineering, or Business.
Personal Characteristics:
Displays even temperament, ethical values, and good team-play within R D and cross-functionally.
Strong communication skills.
Great attitude and drive with the ability to roll up sleeves and get things done.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and handle moderate degrees of ambiguity.
Passion for food and innovation.
Looking for meaningful work? We can help.
Raise is an established hiring firm with over 65 years of experience. We believe strongly in making the world a better place through work, which is why we're a certified B Corporation and donate 10% of our profits to charity.
We strive to build teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we work in. We encourage all qualified applicants to , including people from traditionally underrepresented groups such as women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, people identifying as LGBTQ2SI, veterans, and people with visible/nonvisible disabilities.
We have a dedicated webpage for accommodations where you can learn more about what we offer, and request accommodation:
In order to submit candidates for roles, our clients will sometimes require personal information to confirm the identity of applicants and their legal status to work. Raise will never ask you for personal or banking information unless you have been selected for a job. If you are ever unsure about the legitimacy of this or another job posting by Raise (or have any other questions),
Job ID: 482835207
Originally Posted on: 6/26/2025
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