Food Product Development Scientist II

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Food Product Development Scientist II performs food product development activities including testing of prototypes, competitive products, and production samples. Studies the chemical, biological, and physical properties of food items or ingredients to assess the composition, quality, and safety of food products. Being a Food Product Development Scientist II develops and refines the processing of ingredients into food products and determines nutritional values. Documents ingredients, formulations, processes, and the testing involved with new product research and development or enhancements to existing products. Additionally, Food Product Development Scientist II participates in sensory evaluations and trials of products and determines areas of improvement. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a manager. The Food Product Development Scientist II occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. Gaining exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. To be a Food Product Development Scientist II typically requires 2-4 years of related experience.