Associate Food Scientist I

Here, we boldly bring together science and creativity to create what the world needs. An industry leader in food, beverage, health, biosciences and sensorial experiences, we create essential solutions - from global icons to unexpected innovations and experiences. Equal parts outspoken and analytical, our international collective of thinkers working with customers to bring scents, tastes, experiences, ingredients and solutions for products people crave. With more than 110 manufacturing facilities, 100 R&D centers, and 33,000 customers across the world, we're poised to make a difference on an unprecedented scale. Without our boundary-pushing passion and end-to-end expertise, the future wouldn't be the same.

IFF in New Century, KS is seeking an Associate Food Technologist to join our team!

An Associate Designer works under guidance to develop skills and technical knowledge to become a Designer professional. Aids the Design team under supervision and partners senior staff producing acceptable solutions for internal and external customers.

In this role, the Associate Designer builds an understanding of functional ingredients, flavoring materials, end uses and customer bases. Manages assigned projects with supervision from the team leader/manager.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The essential responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to the following:

• Understands key steps in projects from creation to production, with supervision.
• Takes responsibility for creative project tasks within a project, under supervision.
• Set up, conduct, and correlate a variety of basic specific tests and experiments.
• Exposure and awareness of GRA, legislation restrictions and its impact on development of solutions and recommendations.
• Refines and familiarizes Flavor and Ingredients portfolios search and selection techniques.
• Maintain an understanding of IFF's safety, quality and environmental policies and procedures.
• Understands how to interpret and use consumer and sensory science data to support projects.
• Introduction to IFF Innovation Programs and core technologies
• Understands basic ingredient functionality and flavor performance in different finished products and incorporates technology appropriately.
• May develop or assist with development of new product and application literature, including technical reports.
• Provide technical support to customers as needed (plant trials, troubleshooting, and training).
• Develops understanding of competitive landscape in terms of portfolios and market segmentation.
• Acquires an understanding of broad business strategy and dynamics.
• Develops an understanding of local customers, category markets and consumer preferences.
• Ability to interact with other functions: Production, Quality Control, Sales and Marketing.
• Builds cross-functional networks locally and regionally.
• Shows positive attitude and passion
• Seeks and values input from others
• Demonstrates ability to work within a team
  
  

REQUIREMENTS

Experience (Min Requirement)

• 0 -2 years working experience in industrial food, ingredient, or flavor industry
• Bachelors Degree in Food Science and Technology or related disciplines (such as Chemistry, Biochemistry, and Biology)
• Strong communication (verbal and written), organizational and interpersonal skills are necessary
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