Food Scientist

Judge Direct Placement is seeking a degreed Food Technology Scientist in Louisville, KY area!

Responsibilities:

• Lead all technical aspects of the product phase
• Supervise all direct reports including performance reviews and feedback
• Select best quality and cost of raw materials, finished product, and packaging supplies
• Work with brands to produce labels and ensure all packaging meets legal requirements
• Bring attention to all quality issues and work with recall coordinator as needed
• Lead technicians in all trial work
• Prepare and maintain all formulas, materials, and documents
• Analyze all customer comments
• Resolve issues with outside suppliers and manufacturing plants
• Prioritize product quality opportunities
• Lead all product issues to resolution
• Monitor change in targets
• Travel to plants, vendors, and industry locations as needed
• Follow all established programs, policies, and practices to meet quality regulatory and company requirements

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree required, industry experience preferred
• 5+ years’ experience in product development
• Strong attention to detail
• Strong critical thinking skills
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Ability to launch new product in a changing environment
• Knowledge of key regulations 

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