Food Lab Aid/Scientist Mesh Food Labs Salt Lake City, UT Job Details Part-time | Contract $16 - $22 an hour 23 hours ago Benefits Professional development assistance Flexible schedule Qualifications Food sanitation practices Continuous improvement Software development Manufacturing Research & development FDA regulations Full Job Description Job Summary We are seeking a dynamic and innovative Food Lab Aid / Scientist to join our team. In this role, you will drive the creation and refinement of new food products designing them for retail and other markets, ensuring they meet the highest standards of quality, safety, and consumer appeal. Your work will help shape the future of many brands' product portfolios by applying scientific principles to develop exciting, nutritious, tasty, market-ready food solutions. This position offers a great, fast paced environment where your creativity and technical skills will directly impact product success and customer satisfaction. Responsibilities Lead research and development initiatives to create innovative food products aligned with market trends and consumer preferences. Conduct laboratory experiments to evaluate ingredient functionality, flavor profiles, texture, shelf life, and nutritional content. Apply knowledge of FDA regulations and other food safety protocols to ensure compliance throughout the development process. Perform and apply different testing and analysis principles to determine safety of products. Collect and analyze data from experiments to identify root causes of issues and implement continuous improvement strategies. Develop detailed documentation including formulation records, testing reports, and validation protocols for new products. Make things taste great! Requirements Experience working in a fast pace setting. Familiarity with food, general food handling guidelines, and ability to maintain good hygiene. Ability to learn and problem solve exceptionally, with a strong drive / personal motivation to succeed. Nice to have - Experience with product development from concept through commercialization within the food industry. Excellent data collection skills coupled with scientific research expertise to support innovation initiatives. Nice To Haves Experience in sales or marketing. Experience with software development. Extremely strong work ethic / laser focus. Experience in product development or manufacturing.

Pay:

$16.00 - $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

Flexible schedule Professional development assistance

Work Location:

In person