Senior Food Scientist

The Judge Group

(Clayton, Missouri)
Full Time Travel Required
Job Posting Details
About The Judge Group
The Judge Group services the IT and engineering needs of its clients. Founded in 1970, The Judge Group is a privately owned leading global professional services firm specializing in technology consulting, staffing solutions and corporate training. Their solutions are successfully delivered through a workforce of 4,500 professionals and an international network of over 32 practice offices.
Summary
Our client is currently seeking a Sr. Food Scientist for their R&D facility in Missouri. This position is part of Our Client's protein ingredients group(milk powder, condensed cream, and anhydrous)
Responsibilities
* Will manage 4-5 projects at a time * Will work with production plants to support product changes (i.e. customer wants to change the packaging from totes to drums – this person will be instrumental in managing the project), not as much day-to-day product development as product support. * Will test technology processing. * No direct subordinates, and will report to the Research Manager who reports to the SR. Executive VP(high visibility). * Understand customer needs and be able to propose and develop technical solutions. * Lead, plan and implement specific projects and objectives that drive value and profitability for the business unit. * Dairy industry leader * Lead and manage technical initiatives for dairy protein business unit.
Ideal Candidate
* Bachelor's degree in food science required(Master's Degree preferred) * 5+ years of experience in dairy product processing required(Spray drying experience preferred) * Must have experience in Production, Lab Quality, and R&D required * Certification and/or License is a plus * Knowledge of food chemistry, microbiology, dairy processing, and food formulation and process required * Knowledge of plant operations and manufacturing processes required * Knowledge of international product specifications and requirements * Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and company computer systems * Strong critical thinking, analysis, mathematical calculations, and statistical evaluations skills * Well skilled in laboratory methods and equipment usage, as well as pilot plant scale equipment * Strong skills in project commercialization from development to market * Excellent communications skills(Must be able to read, write, and speak English fluently) * Able to analyze and make recommendations from large amounts of data
Compensation and Working Conditions
Benefits Benefits included
Reports to Research Manager

Additional Notes on Compensation

Excellent compensation plus bonus plus outstanding benefits; Relocation assistance provided

Working Conditions

Will be traveling 50% of time

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