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For this Senior Food Scientist position, you will lead and drive product innovation, renovation, and alternate material projects across categories including protein and nutrition beverages, creamers, sweeteners, liquid concentrates, tea, coffee, and flavored drinks. You must have a strong background in beverage development with at least 8+ years of direct experience, as this is a strict requirement from the hiring manager.
What You Will Be DoingLead product development projects from concept to commercialization, including innovation, renovation, and alternate materialsProvide leadership in food science and R D, guiding cross functional teams and project stakeholdersDesign new products based on targeted flavor, texture, color, shelf life, and nutritional content while ensuring compliance with government and industry standardsCreate nutrition labels and ingredient lists using labeling software and regulatory knowledgeDevelop specifications for finished products, batching instructions, and oversee pilot plant and commercial scale up trialsWhat You Need for this PositionBachelor's degree in Food Science or related discipline required (Master's degree preferred)8+ years of beverage development experience (strict requirement)Proven track record leading projects from concept to commercializationStrong problem solving skills and ability to identify and drive improvementsWorking knowledge of government regulations and certification standards (Kosher, Halal, Organic)What's In It for YouFull Benefits Package (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, LTD/STD, 401k w/ matching) and more!
IF interested can you providean updated resume & salary requirements to
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Heartland FPG
Sr. Food Scientist (Beverage Development Experience Required)
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What they do
A Food and Agricultural Scientist or Technologist studies plants and animals used in food production. Researches topics related to improving quality and productivity in agriculture and livestock farming, or food science and nutrition. May specialize in applying food science to food product development.
$85,230 / year median in Indiana
+13% projected growth
Job Description
Title:
Senior Food Scientist (Beverage Development Experience Required)Location:
Indianapolis, IN 46268Salary:
$120,000 - $140,000 + Bonus + Relocation AllowanceFounded in the late 1980s, we have grown to more than 1,200 employees worldwide, with approximately 250 employees based at our Indianapolis manufacturing campus. We are a global leader in consumer packaged goods, producing low calorie sweeteners, coffee, creamers, and liquid water enhancers. Our portfolio includes Splenda, the #1 brand in the low calorie sweetener category. At our Indianapolis facility, we focus on manufacturing operations, product innovation, and expansion into new beverage and nutrition technologies.For this Senior Food Scientist position, you will lead and drive product innovation, renovation, and alternate material projects across categories including protein and nutrition beverages, creamers, sweeteners, liquid concentrates, tea, coffee, and flavored drinks. You must have a strong background in beverage development with at least 8+ years of direct experience, as this is a strict requirement from the hiring manager.
What You Will Be DoingLead product development projects from concept to commercialization, including innovation, renovation, and alternate materialsProvide leadership in food science and R D, guiding cross functional teams and project stakeholdersDesign new products based on targeted flavor, texture, color, shelf life, and nutritional content while ensuring compliance with government and industry standardsCreate nutrition labels and ingredient lists using labeling software and regulatory knowledgeDevelop specifications for finished products, batching instructions, and oversee pilot plant and commercial scale up trialsWhat You Need for this PositionBachelor's degree in Food Science or related discipline required (Master's degree preferred)8+ years of beverage development experience (strict requirement)Proven track record leading projects from concept to commercializationStrong problem solving skills and ability to identify and drive improvementsWorking knowledge of government regulations and certification standards (Kosher, Halal, Organic)What's In It for YouFull Benefits Package (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, LTD/STD, 401k w/ matching) and more!
IF interested can you providean updated resume & salary requirements to