Food Technologist

Food Technologist

Glanbia 

Join this dynamic team focused on delivering better nutrition for every step of life’s journey 

The Opportunity 

This entry level lab based position will be expected to work both independently and in conjunction with their Manager and other Food Technologists on the development of food and supplement application projects from concept through execution (development formats include powders, ready-to-eat, ready-to-drink (etc…)). Successful candidates will be passionate about product development and maintain a positive mindset, passion for health and wellness categories is a plus. The ability to juggle multiple projects and apply critical thinking, organizational, communication and analytical skills is essential. Reports to the New Product Development (NPD) Manager.

Note: This is a lab position where all food allergens (milk, soy, nuts, peanuts, wheat, egg, etc…) are present.  This person will be involved in tasting a variety product types and subsequently exposed to them. 

• Follow specified formulas and processing instructions to create product bases.
• Develop foods and supplements including: focusing primarily on powders with some ready-to-drink beverages, ready-to-eat foods, capsule, and/or tablets.
• Create and flavor prototypes.
• Organizes sensory panels. Refines formulations until desired characteristics are achieved.
• Oversees pilot plant experiments and scale-up manufacturing runs
• Initiates raw material, scale-up, and factory trial analytical testing.
• Enters raw material specifications and formulas into product development software.
• Reformulates to bring product formulations into compliance with changing government regulations or customer requirements.
• Monitors product stability.
• Documents all formulations, variables tested, product stability, and other pertinent details and enters into lab notebooks and Formula Management System.
• Produces formula cost information; works with purchasing, finance, and sales teams to help establish final product pricing; initiates new item forms for all product introductions.
• Works with Regulatory to generate compliant Supplement/Nutrition facts panels and ingredient listings for product packaging/artwork and proofreads for accuracy.
• Work with Marketing and other departments on the technical execution of projects from concept through execution.
• Raw material specification advisement and review.
• Contributes to innovation, trouble shooting, and brain storming ideas in a team environment.
• Works with key suppliers to keep abreast of upcoming trends, novel ingredients, and new application ideas.

The Skills you will bring to the team 

• Bachelors of Science in Food Science or related field
• 0-4 years of relevant experience working in the food, beverage or dietary supplement industry; prior development and knowledge of dietary supplements is an advantage.
• Experience or Education working on the bench and/or production lines with a basic understanding of one or more of the following is a plus:
  • Ribbon Blending
  • Paddle Blending
  • V blending
  • HTST Processing
  • UHT Processing
  • Retort Processing
  • Tunnel Pasteurization
  • Extruded Foods
  • Slabbed Foods
  • Deposited Foods
  • Baked Foods
  • Enrobed Foods
  • Roller Compaction
• Detail oriented, well organized and follows GMP lab factory guidelines
• Understands and follows daily lab processes and production processes
• Demonstrates ability for multi-tasking, attention to detail, accuracy of figures
• Strong analytical and communication skills
• Basic lab skills (ability to weigh and measure)
• Proficient mathematical abilities
• Able to follow a formula and flavor products
• Ability to accurately weight and measure materials
• Works well in a fast paced “hands on” environment
• Good flavoring skills and vocabulary to create new products and solve problems

If you think you have what it takes, but don't necessarily meet every single point on the job description, please apply! 

Where and how you will work 

The opportunity will be based in Downers Grove, IL.

What we would like to offer you! 

The opportunity to develop your career on a global stage, continuous learning through an on-demand learning platform, and a competitive compensation package including staff discounts, generous family leave policy, health & dental plan, competitive salary, 401K. 

About Glanbia 

The Glanbia Group comprises three divisions: Glanbia Performance Nutrition, Glanbia Nutritional's, and Joint Ventures. Collectively and with our partners we offer an incredible breadth of expertise in nutrition. We employ a team of 6,000 people, work with global food and beverage companies, and sell our award-winning and market-leading products in 130 countries worldwide. 

At Glanbia, we celebrate diversity, because we know that our individual strengths make us stronger together. We welcome and encourage interest from a variety of candidates, we will give your application consideration, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status. 

At Glanbia, our culture celebrates individuality, knowing that together we are more.