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Research & Development Food Science Associate
Nature’s Soy is a major soy product manufacturer located in Philadelphia. Since 1989 Nature’s Soy has been bringing naturally delicious soy products to American tables. With a passion for soy and simple, real food, we offer a wide variety of fresh, high- quality soy and vegan products for all types of diets.
We are looking for a meticulous, organized individual who loves both food and science to join our Research & Development team as a Food Science Associate. This person would be involved from product concept through commercialization by conducting research for product innovation, supporting R&D initiatives, and assisting with new product launches. This position reports to the Research & Development Manager and has the following principal duties.
- Assist with the development of product formulations and production procedures
- Assist in product quality and flavor improvement projects
- Assist with running experimental and pilot scale testing of new and/or improved product concepts
- Provide input on bench top formulations that balance product function, flavor, cost of goods, and manufacturing capabilities to produce the best possible product
- Maintain comprehensive and up-to-date laboratory notebooks, ingredient and component documentation, and records in accordance with company product development processes
- Maintain a safe and sanitary workplace
- Diligently maintain strict confidentiality of proprietary and sensitive information
Preferred
- Bachelor’s Degree in Food Science, Culinary Arts, or formal culinary experience
- Vegan/plant-based food and beverage making experience
Requirements
- Willingness to travel between headquarters in Folcroft, PA and production sites in Philadelphia, PA (approx. 5%)
- Commitment to continuous improvement, consistency, and reproducibility
- Ability to reliably and effectively manage multiple situations simultaneously and accurately in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Facility with basic computer applications
- Strong planning, prioritizing, organizing, and problem-solving ability
Job location: Folcroft PA
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 - $23.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20 - $23