Salary: 28 / Hourly	Location: Irwindale, CA
Type: Contractor	Postal Code: 91706

R&D Food Technologist

Kelly Scientific Resources is seeking a Food Scientist with a minimum of three years research & development experience for a project with a leading developer of fillings and beverage products in the Los Angeles, CA area.

Project Length: 6 months +

Responsible for the development of new value added products to meet customers needs.
Products and processes include fillings for baked good, beverage items and other related products
Develop products from conception to production that meet customers specifications and needs.
Manage and complete assigned research & development projects in a timely manner.
Develop products within cost parameters as required.
Responsibilities include formulation, bench top prototypes and scale up.
Oversee production start-up, adapting formulas and process from lab to production line.
Maintain production formulas and process procedures in computer operating system; complete all required documentation per customer and internal requirements.
Establish product specifications on new products and update files as needed.
Coordinate product nutritional information and manage files and update as needed.
Develop and update product labeling information.
Provide technical support to customers.
Provide technical support to Sales, Plant and QA departments.
Technical knowledge of ingredients, products, packaging and processes, keeping informed on new technologies.
Experience and Education


Bachelors or Masters degree in Food Science or related science preferred
Minimum of 3-5 years of related experience in food product development
Experience in bakery items, fillings and/or beverage products

Desirable Qualifications

Food science
Formulation skills
Knowledge of regulatory, organic and kosher requirements
Organoleptic abilities.
Strong organization skills and good follow-up
Computer skills

Interested applicants should apply directly below to the on-line resume builder link. To follow up interested candidates may call us at 714-971-0721.

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