Food Scientist - Dairy Manufacturing

Food Scientist

• Dairy Manufacturing Le Mars, IA Full-TimeOn-Site$85,000
• $150,000 /yr Posted April 17, 2026 Food Scientist

• Dairy Manufacturing Location:

  Le Mars, IA (On-site)

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RELOCATION ASSISTANCE PROVIDED

Compensation:

Competitive salary (DOE) with open compensation discussion About the Role We are seeking an experienced Food Scientist to join a fast-paced food manufacturing environment. This role is ideal for an R D professional who thrives in high-speed production settings and enjoys collaborating across teams to bring innovative products from concept to commercialization. Experience in dairy manufacturing and aseptic production is strongly preferred. What You'll Be Doing

Product Development:

Formulate and develop new frozen and packaged food products from concept to launch.

Research & Testing:

Conduct experiments, sensory evaluations, and shelf-life studies to ensure product quality and performance.

Scale-Up & Commercialization:

Lead the transition from bench-top prototypes to full-scale manufacturing.

Food Safety & Compliance:

Ensure adherence to food safety and quality standards, including HACCP, SQF, and GFSI.

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

Partner closely with marketing, packaging, quality assurance, and operations teams.

Innovation:

Stay current on food science trends and apply new technologies within dairy and frozen dessert manufacturing. What You'll Need

Experience:

5+ years in a Food Scientist or R D role within a food & beverage manufacturing facility Experience working in high-speed, sanitation-driven environments Dairy manufacturing and/or aseptic processing experience preferred

Education:

Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Dairy Science, or a related field Master's degree preferred for advanced-level roles

Technical Skills:

Strong foundation in food chemistry, microbiology, and processing Hands-on experience with sensory and analytical testing Familiarity with frozen dessert manufacturing processes Certifications (Preferred):

HACCP, SQF, GFSI

What's In It for You Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits 401(k) retirement package Paid Time Off (PTO) and vacation days Opportunity to work onsite with a collaborative, innovation-driven team How to Apply If you're exploring a new opportunity as a Food Scientist, apply directly with your most up-to-date resume or email: Kelly Taylor

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taylor@cybercoders.com for review. Benefits For this position you must be currently authorized to work in the United States. We do not sponsor for this position. Preferred Skills Food ScientistFood ManufacturingDairySQFMicrobiologyFDAProduct Development

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Job ID:

KT6-1984296

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