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Associate Scientist

Under direct supervision, this role leads the formula design, validation and implementation of new products, line extensions, product improvements and cost savings initiatives.  This role will also serve as technical assistance to the manufacturing sites and supervisor.

Essentials For This Role:

• Under direct supervision, define the formulation, nutritional and process parameters needed to develop a new product which meets customer expectations and project objective(s)
• Work collaboratively in the execution of development from bench to production scale for new products, product improvements and cost savings projects
• Create new prototypes for product development initiatives and identify, evaluate and approve potential ingredients and manufacturing suppliers
• Identify opportunities for competitive market advantage through product benchmarking
• Contribute significantly, directly and continually to attain results through the generation and application of advanced, specialized knowledge
• Understand product requirements, plant equipment and processes to enable the creation of detailed product specifications
• Understand the commercialization process and contribute to the organization, implementation and management of work streams
• Generate and support pipeline work to drive cost optimization through formulation and processing efficiencies
• Manage calibration of laboratory equipment
• Work collaboratively with managers and teammates at other locations to execute individual and team goals
• Exhibit strong communication skills within technical and non-technical community

**If you’d like to hear more about this opportunity and others we are currently working on, please contact Kristine O’Sullivan at kosullivan@cps4jobs.com.

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Salary

$65,000 - $75,000

Benefits Available

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree required: Food Science, Engineering, Chemistry or related field
• 1-3 years of technical experience in industry; internships or coops considered; internships to be product development related. Fresh Grads coming out in May can also be considered
• Ability to communicate effectively and openly while working with a cross-functional team
• Must be a self-starter, independent, organized, energetic and resourceful
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Aptitude for organization and project management
• Invests time and effort in professional development and supporting customer centric culture

**If you’d like to hear more about this opportunity and others we are currently working on, please contact Kristine O’Sullivan at kosullivan@cps4jobs.com.

JO:  4.26KO

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