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ZoomEssence, Inc

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 Position is in the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky area
 
 
 
 Job Summary:
 
 
 
 
 ZoomEssence is a leader in next-generation flavor delivery, specializing in innovative low-temperature drying technology that preserves the freshness, complexity, and impact of high-quality flavors.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 We are expanding our Product Development Team in Hebron KY and seeking a hands-on, creative, and meticulous PD Food Scientist to support the development of food-based flavors and finished product concepts. The PD Food Scientist
 
 
 
 
 will be responsible for creating food-related application demonstrations using Zoom technology-based flavors. Work closely with flavor chemists and commercial teams to develop, optimize, and apply ZoomEssence dry flavors across a wide range of food applications. This role is responsible for bench development, prototype creation, sensory evaluation, and customer-facing technical support. The ideal candidate is collaborative, curious, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment. &nbsp;Exemplary communication skills, project management skills, and creative development skills are critical for success.
 
 
 The position offers high visibility and the ability to highlight your technical acumen and creativity. A strong process-oriented background &amp; management skills will be critical for success.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities:
 
 
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 Ensure laboratory activities meet GLP, GMP, and Safety requirements.
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 Responsible for leading and managing projects for Zoom Food customers.
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 When needed, collaborate with customers by presenting prototypes, addressing technical questions, and recommending flavor solutions.
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 Develop base ingredients (emulsifiers, thickeners, flavor bases) for sauces, dressings, soups, marinades.
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 Balance ingredients (fats, acids, emulsifiers, spices) for texture (creamy, pourable) and stability.
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 Test and refine how the finished product looks, smells, tastes, and feels (mouthfeel) for demos.
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 Prevent spoilage and pathogens through proper process, pH control, and packaging.
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 Understand emulsification (e.g., mayonnaise), acid-base balance (vinegar/lemon in dressings), and ingredient interactions.
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 Ensure stability against mold, yeast, and bacteria.
 
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 Ability to deliver clear, compelling, and effective technical presentations to audiences that include but are not limited to management, commercial teams, customers, research teams and other stakeholders
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 Provide internal technical guidance on flavor performance, formulation trends, and emerging technologies.
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 Ensure all project parameters (project timeline, regulatory constraints, pricing, etc.) are achieved; ability to travel to customer visits (~20%).
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 Responsible for executing creative demonstrations using Zoom flavors, working closely with Sales and Senior Food Flavorist to develop world class prototypes.
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 Responsible for organizing cross-functional Food project kick-off meetings.
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 Support Sales initiatives by presenting Zoom flavor capabilities at trade shows.
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 Responsible to support Library initiatives and food-related strategic R&amp;D projects.
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 Motivated to win business through success with projects and meeting customer needs.
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 Self-Starter &ndash; Actively seeks new and better ways to perform duties.
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 Proficient technical skills with formulation, raw materials, flavors, and product processing.
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 Proficient experimental design skills, market product knowledge, and competitive intelligence.
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 Proficient with Customer interactions and presentations.
 
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 Utilizes proper electronic record-keeping tools.
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 Execute standard batching and/or testing of products and samples.&nbsp;&nbsp;
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 Able to perform simple to complex adjustments or formula modifications.
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 May reduce formula costs on existing products.
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 Coordinates the shipping of samples and finished products.&nbsp;&nbsp;
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 Completes work on time and accurately.
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 Keeps laboratory area stocked with raw materials and cleans/maintains laboratory equipment.
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 Shop for market samples and necessary ingredients as needed.
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 Able to perform multiple tasks daily, with the flexibility of re-arranging daily workload as needed.
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 Manage targeted customer accounts; involved in customer visits both onsite and off-site.
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 Follows food safety and food defense procedures as instructed and required.
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 Supports site Food Safety and SQF policy.
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 Attend all required Food Safety and Personal Safety Training.
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 Requirements:
 
 
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 Bachelor's degree in food science preferred
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 10+ years of combined relevant work experience in food product design, formulation, ingredient functionality and interaction, process design, product scale-up, plant testing and commercialization
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 Good understanding of fundamental principles of food science and technology, along with standard food micro, lab best practices and procedures
 
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 Knowledge of food industry standards of quality and food safety, GMPs, HACCP, food labeling and FDA/USDA regulations
 
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 General culinary knowledge and passion for global food is beneficial
 
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 Bakery/confection experience a plus
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 Preferred Qualifications:
 
 
 
 &middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
 
 
 &middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Detail-oriented
 
 
 &middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Responsible for executing multiple projects at a time while meeting project timelines
 
 
 &middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Verbal and written skills
 
 
 &middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Interpersonal and presentation skills a must
 
 
 &middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Analytical and problem-solving skills
 
 
 &middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Understands scientific cause/effect relationships
 
 
 &middot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Computer skills
 
 
 Time management skills
 
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Food Scientist

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