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Actalent Associate Food Technologist in Oakland, New Jersey
This top client that specializes in making seasoning and spices is looking to hire ! They are looking to take interviews this week, if interested APPLY NOW!
Job Description:
Formulate seasonings and food products, new or existing for customers based upon project specifications
solve technical problems essential to favor development, food applications or delivery system's
Develop knowledge seasonings and processes. Evaluate and make recommendations for seasonings to sales team based on customers requirements
Ability to adapt to rapidly changing priorities and multiple tasks, with ability to take direction from product developers, scientists, and supervisor is required.
Previous compounding and weighing experience required, with proven accuracy and strong attention to detail.
Experience with lab scales, kitchen utensils, mixers, and ingredients.
Identify new and replacement raw materials for lab utilization
Replace products, seasonings and flavors which already exist in the marketplace
Develop concepts and applications based on market trends to apply to meat, savory, and seasoning products
Ability to work accurately with calculations, such as ratios, decimals, percentages, etc., as related to seasoning formulae in a fast-paced, high-volume environment required.
Demonstrated data entry and basic PC skills, including Excel and Word required
Good communication skills, including written and verbal, required.
Proven ability to work within a team environment as well as the ability to work independently required.
Additional Skills & Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, food science or related science preferred.
Lab experience required.
either fresh grads or 1 year of experience
Experience in the food industry with an emphasis on meat and savory development is a plus
Shift: Monday- Friday 1st shift (Starting July they will be observing summer Fridays)
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.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.