Job Title: Food Scientist

Job Description

This role focuses primarily on the R&D Food Science department but will be a shared resource across multiple groups. You will work on ingredient types such as sugars and sweeteners that apply across multiple brands and identify new flavor trends. You will manage multiple projects, ensuring compliance and driving product development, with a significant impact on product quality and market success.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research and development on various ingredient types such as sugars and sweeteners.

• Identify new flavor trends and apply them across multiple brands.

• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring compliance and driving product development.

• Perform bench work and create prototypes/pilot plant samples.

• Analyze data and present findings to stakeholders.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure product quality and market success.

• Maintain strong organizational and interpersonal skills to effectively manage tasks and projects.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in the food industry, preferably with experience biscuits or chocolate.

• Experience with formulations and R&D.

• Proficiency in bench work and prototype creation.

• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.

• Excellent data analysis and presentation skills.

• Effective communication and people skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Strong technical foundation with a high level of technical curiosity.

• Demonstrated ability to handle multiple projects, prioritize tasks, and manage complexity effectively.

• No travel restrictions.

Work Environment

The work environment is a mix of office tasks and hands-on activities in pilot plants and factories. You will work both independently and with teams, focusing on quality and safety. Flex work hours are available, and there is an openness to teach and learn from each other. The role requires strong communication and coordination with various stakeholders. Typical hours are 8 AM to 5 PM, but flexibility is needed when running trials.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $38.00 - $40.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)• Short and long-term disability• Health Spending Account (HSA)• Transportation benefits• Employee Assistance Program• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in East Hanover,NJ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 28, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent

• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection

• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes

• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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