Are you passionate about plant-based food innovation and eager to make a significant impact in the world of sustainable food? Join us at MyForest Foods as an Associate Food Scientist! In this critical role on our R&D team, you'll leverage your food science expertise to ensure the safety, quality, and creativity of our plant-based products. You'll dive into comprehensive research in food chemistry, microbiology, and processing, helping to develop and refine products that delight our customers.

As an Associate Food Scientist, you'll conduct analytical experiments to detect harmful elements, aid in food formulation, and optimize manufacturing processes. You'll be responsible for testing various product attributes such as color, nutrient content, and moisture levels, and analyzing and presenting your findings to the team. Your work will be instrumental in driving the innovation and excellence that MyForest Foods is known for.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Conduct research on new ingredients and food flavors to enhance product development
Improve product quality and cost-efficiency by modifying current formulations
Perform detailed physical, chemical, and microbiological analyses on ingredients and food products
Investigate methods to improve food quality, focusing on flavor, color, texture, nutritional value, and overall composition
Collaborate with management and team members to test new products and develop improved processing methods
Support product scale-up and new product commissioning in a manufacturing environment
Establish operational process conditions and FSQA parameters for production
Conduct operational data analyses to finalize product and process specifications

QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, AND SKILLS:

Degree in food science or a related field; at least 2 years of relevant food industry experience
Experience with solid-state fermentation and mushroom cultivation is a plus
Strong safety mindset with the ability to identify and suggest safety improvements
Ability to work independently and collaboratively across all organizational levels
Proficiency in using the company's technology platforms and applications
Comprehensive knowledge of FDA requirements for food processing, including GMP
Knowledge of HACCP principles and experience in implementing Food Safety Plans
Strong foundational knowledge in food science and processing fundamentals
Commitment to quality, demonstrated by thoroughness and a proactive approach to improvement
Problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and resolve issues promptly
Leadership qualities, including self-motivation and the ability to drive results
Strong teamwork capabilities, balancing individual and team responsibilities effectively
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to follow directions and write clear, informative reports

Associate Food Scientist

MyFOREST Foods

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