Job Description

Food Scientist

Kelly® Science & Clinical is seeking a Food Scientist for a 6-month position at health and wellness client in Pleasanton, CA . If you’re passionate about bringing the latest scientific discoveries to life and are ready to take the next step in your career, trust The Experts at Hiring Experts.

Pay Rate:   
$45/hour

Schedule:  
Monday-Friday, standard working hours

Responsibilities:

• Design experimental formulation and or procedures for development of prototypes for assigned projects, with minimal supervision.
• Conduct required product development activities from bench-top to commercial scale to meet project requirements.
• Coordinate and facilitate on-site plant trials at contract manufacturing facilities.
• Document all product development activities.
• Develop and/or review product labeling.
• Ensure projects meet schedule deadlines and budget.
• Perform stability studies on prototypes, pilot and commercial products, as required.
• Provide support to contract manufacturers to resolve/improve raw materials, processing and product issues as needed.
• Ensure the Foods lab is kept in proper order, instruments are calibrated, and adequate supplies, raw materials and products are kept in stock.
• Provide support to all other Shaklee departments as needed.
• Evaluate and approve new or alternative raw materials per the approved procedures.
• Stay abreast of industry innovations and new developments by reading, networking, attending in-house presentations or outside related seminars/courses
• Other related duties, as required and assigned.

Qualifications:

• BS in a science-related discipline.
• 2+ years of experience with formulation a nd development of food products such as protein blends, sport drinks and/or nutritional bars.
• Knowledgeable on GMP procedures and practices.
• Knowledgeable on analytical equipment/testing/data analysis/interpretation.
• Knowledgeable on food ingredients including proteins, vitamins, minerals, fats, gums, sweeteners, flavors and colors.
• May require travel up to 15% of the time.

What happens next:
Once you apply, you’ll proceed to next steps if your skills and experience look like a good fit. But don’t worry – even if this position doesn’t work out, you’re still in our network. That means our team of expert Science & Clinical recruiters will have access to your profile, making your opportunities limitless. 9568581

Job Tags

Full time, Contract work, Monday to Friday,

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