Job description

All American Foods, Inc.

Superior Employment Opportunity for an R&D Food Technologist

Tired of the ordinary? Come work with the extraordinary!

All American Foods, Inc., an innovative employee-owned food ingredient manufacturer, is hiring in our Research and Development division. We strive to nurture and develop new talent, with the goal of bringing exciting new ingredients to the market. If you possess an innovative spirit, have a desire to explore new ideas, and want to become part of a team that works in the best interests of each other, this position is a fit for you. The dedication and drive of our exceptional employees allows us to offer competitive wages along with superior benefits.

Required Experience:

• Bachelor of Science in Food Science, Dairy Science, Culinology, Biochemistry, Chemistry, or other related science field
• 0-4 years of relevant experience working in the food or beverage industry

Primary Responsibilities in collaboration with our R&D team include:

• Evaluate new and existing ingredients in food products. Record and communicate learnings to the R&D group.
• Assist in development of new food ingredients and in promotional literature for their commercial usage.
• Design and conduct lab and pilot plant experiments as directed and ensure areas are well maintained, kept clean, orderly, and ready for use.
• Work closely with various departments across the organization (Sales, Procurement, Customer Service, Finance, etc.) in an effort to drive new products through the development and rollout process.
• Contribute to innovation, troubleshooting, and brainstorming ideas in a team environment.

Required Skills:

• Highly adaptable and able to shift priorities as necessary to meet multiple project timelines
• Confident, engaged, results oriented, and an active contributor to team discussions
• Inquisitive and seeks to expand and apply knowledge with hands on experience
• Self-starter and dives into projects with enthusiasm
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office
• Strong teamwork skills
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Superior Benefits Include:

• Additional paid days off between Christmas and New Years
• No working holidays
• Up to $22,000, per child, of tuition assistance for post-secondary education
• Retirement Savings (Profit Sharing and 401K) with company contribution up to 11% of pay
• Disability and Life Insurance paid 100% by Company
• Company Paid Community Support/Volunteer Days
• Employee Emergency Assistance Program
• Length of Service Bonuses (at 5-year intervals)

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: One location

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