Food Technologist

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Summary: The Food Technologist will be responsible for innovation, maintenance, and enhancement of existing products in the tortilla category. They will interact with operations, finance, sales, and marketing regarding all aspects of the new product development. Extensive interfacing with manufacturing is required during the project implementation phase and when executing cost savings projects. Emphasis on the ability to operate independently and be highly adaptable to change.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Development and implementation of new products, both from customer and marketing requests using internal and external resources. This includes developing new project processes and parameters.
Interpretation of customer product requirements.
Manages shelf-life testing process: Gathers, validates, and manages data entry for each shelf-life test that is conducted by R&D and shares results with all involved in each project.
Manages/Oversees product testing, including the pre-batching of ingredients.
Manages the “Plant Test Form” for each test: Documents and records results, updates database and maintains hard copies with accurate and current information.
Monitoring and validating the manufacturing process during plant tests.
Complete analysis of Finished Products after plant test is completed while recording the information in the appropriate systems or files using scientific and food related knowledge.
Preparing products for sensory evaluations, completes and updates records with pertinent information.
Understands and develops nutritional information and label declarations as well as regulatory compliance with governmental agencies by researching and confirming the information.
Identifying target product formulations, prototype development, on-site commercialization at the manufacturing site, and preparation of all technical documentation by direct interfacing with the sales and marketing team.
Provides technical services to customers in conjunction with Sales and Marketing using scientific and food related knowledge.
Develops an extensive understanding of existing production capabilities at selected sites.
Execution of line extensions, cost optimization, and quality improvements.
Participates in New Concept Development programs.
Develops, completes, and updates external customer specifications, new product information and internal specifications and technical data sheets.
Flexibility to work non-standard hours as needed, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Performs all other duties as assigned.

Minimum Job Requirements:

Education/Certifications and Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Cereal Science, Biology, Chemistry or other related field.
Bakery product development and formulation experience is preferred.
0-3 years of experience in fresh/frozen baked goods, preferred.
Experience in Food Manufacturing, and a basic understanding of plant operations, a plus

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Proficient use of a computer, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote), and other related applications or software.
Must have the ability to manage new and multiple projects from conception to commercialization.
Must have proficient communications skills both verbal and written.
Must have proficient math skills.
Must have proficient analytical skills.
Must have proficient problem-solving skills.
Must have proficient time management and organizational skills.
Must have proficient training, coaching, and interpersonal skills.
Must be an excellent team player.
Must be self-motivated.
Strong follow-through, integrity, and sound judgment.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Working Conditions and Physical Effort:

Typical work in an office and manufacturing environment where you will have exposure to unusual elements, such as dirt, dust, fumes, odors, darkness and/or poor lighting, noise and vibration. Seasonal exposure to weather elements to include, but not limited to, extreme temperatures, wetness and humidity.
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Must be able to lift up and carry 30 pounds at times.
Travel on an as-needed basis, which may vary depending on business requirements (less than 10%).

Location:

On- Site, 10115 Iron Rock Way, Elk Grove, CA 95624

Expectations:

Will demonstrate, promote, and exemplify the Company’s Core Values.

At C.H. Guenther, we value transparency in compensation. By providing the salary range for this role, we aim to promote fairness and help candidates make informed choices about their career. The salary range for this role is:

$61,352.00 - $106,444.00

This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as the final offer amount may vary based on factors including job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, along with geographic location. C.H. Guenther is proud to offer competitive compensation and benefit programs that include medical, dental, vision, flexible savings account, health savings account, 401K matching savings plan, employee assistance program, wellness programs, life insurance, AD&D insurance, disability insurance, tuition reimbursement, student loan counseling, employee referral program, paid time off, and more!

For additional information about our company, go to www.chg.com.

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All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of the pre-employment screening process which includes a drug screen and review of criminal background and other records as required.

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