Job Description

Title: Food Scientist 
Location: Fort Mill, SC
Type: Direct Hire
Shift/Schedule: Monday - Friday, 9:00am - 5:00pm EST
Salary: Negoitable starting rate at  55k (Based on Experience) + $10,000 Relocation Assistance 

Responsibilities: 

• Accurately weigh raw materials for product development.
• Perform basic cooking techniques (baking, deep-frying, sautéing).
• Conduct basic analysis (salts, moisture, pH, granulations).
• Develop, modify, or reverse engineer food products.
• Maintain clear project documentation (notebook, formulas, paperwork).
• Use existing ingredients when possible.
• Review projects with manager before formulation.
• Prepare ingredient declarations.
• Ensure timely project completion.
• Enter formulations into system.
• Monitor food safety.
• Assist with "lunch & learn" and customer visits.

 

Requirements:

• B.S. in Chemistry, Biology, or related field (Food Science degree is a plus).
• 3+ years of experience in Food Science or food industry.
• Strong organizational, communication, and presentation skills; proactive mindset.
• High proficiency in Microsoft-based applications.
• Ability to write and review technical procedures and regulations.
• Able to accurately taste and smell flavor profiles and food products.
• Skilled in mixing and compounding seasoning blends and flour bases.
• Self-directed, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

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Job Tags

Relocation package, Shift work, Monday to Friday,

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