Food Technologist

Description Key Responsibilities Product Development & R D

• Develop new food products and enhance existing formulations
• Prepare bench-top and pilot plant prototypes
• Apply food science principles to support formulation, innovation, and product optimization Testing & Evaluation
• Conduct physical, chemical, and sensory analysis of products
• Perform shelf-life studies and stability testing
• Analyze data and provide recommendations on product improvements and next steps Documentation & Specifications
• Maintain detailed and organized product development records
• Create and update product specifications and technical documentation Customer & Cross-Functional Support
• Prepare product samples for customer presentations and trade shows
• Collaborate with sales teams to meet customer requirements (cost, ingredients, functionality)
• Support technologists during scale-up activities and plant trials Ingredients & Sourcing
• Source and evaluate new ingredients and flavor profiles
• Review and approve raw material documentation and assess ingredient performance Project & Process Support
• Assist with productivity initiatives and process improvements
• Support scale-up from lab development to full manufacturing (pilot → plant) Skills Quality assurance, Gmp, food quality, Food science, Sop, Inspection, viscosity, batch record Top Skills Details Quality assurance,Gmp,food quality,Food science Additional Skills & Qualifications Education
• Bachelor's degree (B.S.) in Food Science, Chemistry, or a related scientific field ________________________________________ Experience
• Approximately 2+ years of experience in food R D or product development
• Prior experience in a food manufacturing environment preferred ________________________________________

Technical Skills Knowledge of:

• Food formulation and product development
• GMP and HACCP principles
• Shelf-life studies and sensory evaluation Familiarity with:
• Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook) ________________________________________ Soft Skills
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and shifting priorities effectively
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and documentation skills Experience Level Intermediate Level Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Brockton, MA.

Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $30.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Brockton,MA.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jun 15, 2026. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

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Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.