Ajinomoto Cambrooke is seeking a Product Development Specialist to join their team. The successful candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in food science, nutrition, culinary science, dietetics or a related field, and 5+ years of experience in food product development or nutritional science.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in food science, nutrition, culinary science, dietetics or a related field
- 5+ years of experience in food product development or nutritional science
- Proven ability to assess and interpret macro and micronutrient profiles relevant to clinical nutrition
- Proficiency in labeling software with the ability to learn Genesis
- Experience working with suppliers and vendors to identify and source alternative ingredients that meet quality and regulatory standards
- Experience in recipe development and new food product formulation aligned with clinical nutrition principles and market needs
- Demonstrated ability to assist with food formulations from bench top to commercialization in bakery products, frozen entrees and / or dry blends for such applications
- Experience working in a small/mid-sized industrial baking facility preferred or food and /or nutrition company
- Experience with food formulation & manufacturing; baking and frozen food experience desired
- Experience tailoring food formulations to meet the defined nutritional requirements, functionality of ingredients as well as regulatory guidelines
- Able to review, understand and use FDA and EU regulations for food
- Strong knowledge of food safety standards and nutrition regulations
- Familiarity with impact of various processes on nutrient stability and interactions in food products
- Proven ability to assess and interpret macro and micronutrient profiles relevant to clinical nutrition
- Excellent communication skills for vendor liaison and cross-department collaborations
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational and project management abilities
Benefits
- Competitive Pay
- 401(k) with Company Contributions
- Medical, Dental, and Vision — Effective Day 1
- Paid Time Off, Company Holidays, and Floating Holidays
- Paid Parental Leave
- Wellness Programs and Yearly Wellness Reimbursement
- Work Flexibility
- Company-Paid Life and Disability Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Tuition Reimbursement Opportunities
- Career Growth and Development within a Global Organization
