What are the responsibilities and job description for the Food Formulation Expert position at Wellington Executive Search?
Are you looking for a challenging and rewarding career in the food industry? Do you have a strong background in dairy science and experience with fermentation chemistry?
About the Job
We are seeking a highly skilled Dairy Science Professional to join our team at Wellington Executive Search. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of dairy science and a passion for working in a fast-paced environment.
In this role, you will be responsible for working closely with our sales team to develop tailored solutions for customers. You will also have the opportunity to work on a wide range of projects, from developing new flavors to scaling up existing formulations.
The successful candidate will have excellent communication and problem-solving skills, as well as the ability to work effectively in a team environment. If you have a strong understanding of dairy science and a passion for innovation, we would love to hear from you.
About Us
Wellington Executive Search is a leading recruitment agency specializing in the food industry. We work with top companies to find the best talent and help them achieve their business goals.
Key Responsibilities:
- Evaluate and/or validate flavor and food formulations based on business needs
- Work on customer-driven projects to achieve various objectives, such as formulation with new and innovative ingredients, cost reduction, product matching, flavor enhancement, flavor masking, and clean label improvements
- Learn and use processing equipment in lab and pilot plant with minimal supervision
- Scale up formulas from kitchen/lab-scale environment to pilot plant and production
Requirements:
- Masters degree (M.S.) in Food Science or equivalent with 0-3 years of experience OR Bachelor's degree (B.S.) with 3-5 years of experience within food research and development
- A background in Dairy Science and experience with fermentation chemistry as well as EMC (enzyme modified cheese)
- Ability to learn analytical instruments, and lab and processing equipment
- Good communication and teamwork skills
