Food Scientist
Title: Food Scientist
Pay: $40/hr+, based on experience
Location: Chicago, IL 60607
Duration: ASAP – 12/31/2025 (may extend)
Create, improve and ensure the quality of food products.
Research ingredients, develop new recipes, test for taste, oversee safety efforts, etc.
Research ways to extend freshness while staying cost-effective and aligned with consumer trends
Work closely with Process Engineers, Marketing and Manufacturing staff in project execution and problem solving
Lead/support 3+ projects at any given time
Food Scientist Requirements:
The ability to apply broad range scientific knowledge to confectionery technology
Strong project management skills
Comfortable operating laboratory, pilot plant and plant equipment
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Self-starter with strong initiative to seek improvements
Able to apply strategic thinking, exhibit a collaborative mindset and suggest innovative solutions
Highly efficient at planning and staying on timelines and planning projects accordingly
Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Chemistry, Food Engineering or similar scientific field, or equivalent experience
2+ years’ experience or equivalent knowledge and skill set preferred
Proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite
Working knowledge of SAP PLM preferred
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