Flavorist

Company Overview 100% domestic and fully-automated cartomizer filling and e-liquid bottling services allow Purilum to deliver a consistent product at the volume levels demanded by this growing industry. In addition to rigorous product testing and quality verification, all materials used to make our E-Liquids have undergone a toxicological risk assessment by an independent toxicologist. These industry-leading standards give Purilum the ability to consistently meet the quality and capacity demands of clients and are what make Purilum the Future of Flavor. Job Overview The position is responsible for using their creativity and expertise in developing formulations. This position also serves as a technical resource for product nutrition and processing related issues. This individual is responsible for the development of flavors. They are responsible as a technical resource by making recommendations and providing guidance to many areas within the organization, such as manufacturing, procurement, and quality. The role of Flavorist extends from ingredient identification and formula development to commercialization and reformulation of flavors from lab to production. Primary technical contact with internal business partners and co-manufacturers and suppliers on development, testing and commercialization projects. Off-site travel to customer locations for approximately 10% of the time. Oversight of multiple concurrent projects. Support senior food scientists or managers as assigned. Responsibilities Lead the Mixing team in the manufacturing of new formulations. Develop new formulations from concept to commercialization. Identify and evaluate materials for alternates and potential cost savings options. Conduct Shelf-life studies on products. Reformulate existing products for product improvements or based on cost savings opportunities. Function as a technical resource for various departments. Provide process direction and recommendations for manufacturing new and existing formulas. Lead projects using sound project management practices. Drive Innovation by contributing idea generation of new product/concepts that leverage new ingredients and or processing in the natural product category. Other job responsibilities as assigned. Requirements/Qualifications Minimum 2 years of experience developing products in food/beverage companies. Bachelor of Science degree in Food Science, Nutrition or Chemistry. Strong knowledge of food science, health and nutrition, food manufacturing processes, quality assurance principles, ingredient supply market and market research practices. Ability to work in a lab and manufacturing scale environments. Ability to build and leverage relationship with ingredient suppliers to advance product development projects. Organization and presentation skills. Core Competencies in this role require accountability and initiative, effective communication, collaboration and knowledge sharing. Proficiency with all Microsoft Office programs, including Excel, Word, and Power Point. Collection, documentation, analysis and interpretation of data. Good verbal and written communication skills, analytical skills and the ability to work with professional and nonprofessional personnel.

Pay:

$80,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Relocation assistance

Work Location:

In person