Senior Food Scientist (Relocation Offer)
- Golden State Foods
- Richmond, California
- Full Time
Senior Food Scientist (Relocation Offer)
Employer
Golden State Foods
Location
Richmond, CA
Closing date
Jul 27, 2025
categories
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(THIS WILL OPEN IN A NEW WINDOW FROM WHICH YOU WILL BE AUTOMATICALLY REDIRECTED TO AN EXTERNAL SITE AFTER 5 SECONDS)
job
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionIf you are a Senior Food Scientist, Golden State Foods wants you here in Conyers, GA and we'll pay for your move. Conyers, is a suburb of Atlanta that features small town charm with access to big city experiences.
The Senior Food Scientist role serves as Golden State Foods technical contact for customers to help facilitate current projects and cultivate new product development projects. Makes meaningful contributions to PD and company objectives by providing a highly developed technical competence and experience to guide people and support multiple projects. Emphasis will be on innovation, effective development of new or renovation of existing specifications that yield sustained results (including formulation, procedures, and analytical testing requirements), and supporting technical investigations to meet GSF and customerbased standards.
Relocation benefits are approved for this important role. They are designed to alleviate some of the personal and financial burden created by relocation. The benefits are managed by Golden State Foods' relocation management partner, Relocation Today, which offers domestic relocation services designed to handle every detail of your move.
What You'll Do
Independently provides bench, lab, and Pilot Plant related work activities to support the development of new products, product line extensions, duplications, product/process improvements, and cost improvements. Leads the development of effective, repeatable specifications used at production scale and transitions the products to manufacturing sites. (30%)
Provides leadership to others in the department and is seen as an expert throughout the company. Acts as a technical resource and mentor to facilitate skill enhancement for the product development team. Provides operational support. Supports training for new technologists, demonstrating lab safety, procedures, and techniques. (30%)
Provides onsite and offsite support of scaleup tests, first productions, and quality assurance practices of the developed product through the commercialization process, and identifies areas for improvement to facilitate department operations. Can include Customers' onsite support for productions. (25%)
Supports the Ingredient Specialist in vetting new/alternative materials and suppliers for raw materials in compliance with established quality assurance standards. (5%)
Maintains laboratory, including equipment upkeep, stocking supplies, and general cleaning of work areas. (5%)
Study methods to improve food quality, such as flavor, color, texture, nutritional value, and convenience, supporting strategic objectives. Researches new ingredients or technologies that will create a competitive advantage. (5%)
Performs other related and assigned duties as necessary.
Up to 25% travel.
Leadership/Management Responsibility
Ability to lead through others, direct or indirect
Develop and mentor others in the department
Performance Categories
Productivity/quality standards: test methodology, accuracy, and reliability
Productivity/quality standards: accuracy, timeliness, thoroughness
Productivity/quality standards: effective development of process and analytical specifications
Domestic and international regulatory compliance
Cost containment
Teamwork within the department and across departments
Project/assignment standards
Customer satisfaction
Safety standards and procedures: food
Safety standards and procedures: laboratory equipment and procedures
What You'll Get
Relocation: We want you here, and we'll pay for your move
People First: At Golden State Foods, we're not just a company; we're a dynamic community where your talents are celebrated, and your ambitions are nurtured.
Values Driven: Our core values drive everything we do, creating a culture of innovation, integrity, and excellence. But we're not content with just being great; we strive for greatness in every aspect of our work.
People Development: At GSF, we strive to continually develop our people to prepare us all for tomorrow's needs.
Philanthropy and Sustainability: We're committed to making a difference beyond our walls through philanthropy and sustainability efforts across all our locations around the globe.
Extensive Benefits: Golden State Foods believes in a holistic approach to wellness, focusing on the whole person and providing benefits that support those needs.
Your Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in food science, engineering, or a related field of science from an accredited college or university
5 to 7 years of food experience, with an understanding of food chemistry, food safety, and related regulations.
Must have excellent written communication skills and demonstrate solid oral communication.
Experience in interacting with customers is a significant plus.
Knowledge of (B/basic; J/journey; E/expert):
Food processing equipment (J)
Food testing concepts and techniques (E)
Product development (E)
Food safety concepts and techniques (E)
HACCP programs and related food safety regulations and processes (J)
International export and food regulations (B)
Food chemistry (J)
Food microbiology (J)
Raw material/product interaction (B)
PC word processing/spreadsheet software (J)
Ability to
Read and interpret documents such as safety rules.
Apply working knowledge of mathematical concepts and scientific weights and measures. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations
Define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
Teach others the importance of concepts revolving around food analysis, food chemistry, and food microbiology
Communicate and coordinate effectively with internal and external customers verbally and in writing
Speak confidently and effectively before groups of customers or employees of GSF
Read and process written information with a high degree of accuracy
Perform a variety of food safety tests, including water activity, viscosity, sodium analysis, pH, moisture + and total solids analysis
Work in a laboratory environment
Work effectively in a general business environment, with a focus on high levels of quality and customer + service
Act in accordance with GSF's Values and Creed
About Golden State Foods
Golden State Foods is a distinguished leader in the foodservice industry, offering an extensive array of products and services to a diverse clientele. Rooted in the values of quality service and integrity, we are dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive atmosphere where employees can advance, innovate, and contribute to our ongoing success.
Employer
Golden State Foods
Location
Richmond, CA
Closing date
Jul 27, 2025
categories
APPLY ON WEBSITE
(THIS WILL OPEN IN A NEW WINDOW FROM WHICH YOU WILL BE AUTOMATICALLY REDIRECTED TO AN EXTERNAL SITE AFTER 5 SECONDS)
job
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionIf you are a Senior Food Scientist, Golden State Foods wants you here in Conyers, GA and we'll pay for your move. Conyers, is a suburb of Atlanta that features small town charm with access to big city experiences.
The Senior Food Scientist role serves as Golden State Foods technical contact for customers to help facilitate current projects and cultivate new product development projects. Makes meaningful contributions to PD and company objectives by providing a highly developed technical competence and experience to guide people and support multiple projects. Emphasis will be on innovation, effective development of new or renovation of existing specifications that yield sustained results (including formulation, procedures, and analytical testing requirements), and supporting technical investigations to meet GSF and customerbased standards.
Relocation benefits are approved for this important role. They are designed to alleviate some of the personal and financial burden created by relocation. The benefits are managed by Golden State Foods' relocation management partner, Relocation Today, which offers domestic relocation services designed to handle every detail of your move.
What You'll Do
Independently provides bench, lab, and Pilot Plant related work activities to support the development of new products, product line extensions, duplications, product/process improvements, and cost improvements. Leads the development of effective, repeatable specifications used at production scale and transitions the products to manufacturing sites. (30%)
Provides leadership to others in the department and is seen as an expert throughout the company. Acts as a technical resource and mentor to facilitate skill enhancement for the product development team. Provides operational support. Supports training for new technologists, demonstrating lab safety, procedures, and techniques. (30%)
Provides onsite and offsite support of scaleup tests, first productions, and quality assurance practices of the developed product through the commercialization process, and identifies areas for improvement to facilitate department operations. Can include Customers' onsite support for productions. (25%)
Supports the Ingredient Specialist in vetting new/alternative materials and suppliers for raw materials in compliance with established quality assurance standards. (5%)
Maintains laboratory, including equipment upkeep, stocking supplies, and general cleaning of work areas. (5%)
Study methods to improve food quality, such as flavor, color, texture, nutritional value, and convenience, supporting strategic objectives. Researches new ingredients or technologies that will create a competitive advantage. (5%)
Performs other related and assigned duties as necessary.
Up to 25% travel.
Leadership/Management Responsibility
Ability to lead through others, direct or indirect
Develop and mentor others in the department
Performance Categories
Productivity/quality standards: test methodology, accuracy, and reliability
Productivity/quality standards: accuracy, timeliness, thoroughness
Productivity/quality standards: effective development of process and analytical specifications
Domestic and international regulatory compliance
Cost containment
Teamwork within the department and across departments
Project/assignment standards
Customer satisfaction
Safety standards and procedures: food
Safety standards and procedures: laboratory equipment and procedures
What You'll Get
Relocation: We want you here, and we'll pay for your move
People First: At Golden State Foods, we're not just a company; we're a dynamic community where your talents are celebrated, and your ambitions are nurtured.
Values Driven: Our core values drive everything we do, creating a culture of innovation, integrity, and excellence. But we're not content with just being great; we strive for greatness in every aspect of our work.
People Development: At GSF, we strive to continually develop our people to prepare us all for tomorrow's needs.
Philanthropy and Sustainability: We're committed to making a difference beyond our walls through philanthropy and sustainability efforts across all our locations around the globe.
Extensive Benefits: Golden State Foods believes in a holistic approach to wellness, focusing on the whole person and providing benefits that support those needs.
Your Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in food science, engineering, or a related field of science from an accredited college or university
5 to 7 years of food experience, with an understanding of food chemistry, food safety, and related regulations.
Must have excellent written communication skills and demonstrate solid oral communication.
Experience in interacting with customers is a significant plus.
Knowledge of (B/basic; J/journey; E/expert):
Food processing equipment (J)
Food testing concepts and techniques (E)
Product development (E)
Food safety concepts and techniques (E)
HACCP programs and related food safety regulations and processes (J)
International export and food regulations (B)
Food chemistry (J)
Food microbiology (J)
Raw material/product interaction (B)
PC word processing/spreadsheet software (J)
Ability to
Read and interpret documents such as safety rules.
Apply working knowledge of mathematical concepts and scientific weights and measures. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations
Define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
Teach others the importance of concepts revolving around food analysis, food chemistry, and food microbiology
Communicate and coordinate effectively with internal and external customers verbally and in writing
Speak confidently and effectively before groups of customers or employees of GSF
Read and process written information with a high degree of accuracy
Perform a variety of food safety tests, including water activity, viscosity, sodium analysis, pH, moisture + and total solids analysis
Work in a laboratory environment
Work effectively in a general business environment, with a focus on high levels of quality and customer + service
Act in accordance with GSF's Values and Creed
About Golden State Foods
Golden State Foods is a distinguished leader in the foodservice industry, offering an extensive array of products and services to a diverse clientele. Rooted in the values of quality service and integrity, we are dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive atmosphere where employees can advance, innovate, and contribute to our ongoing success.
Job ID: 487120479
Originally Posted on: 7/28/2025
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