Food Technologist

FurstStaffingMonticello, WI

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Job Description

Job Summary

The Food Technologist will support the Product Development team by executing key technical workflows across food safety, formulation, sensory, and regulatory documentation. This role will manage day-to-day technical tasks that accelerate innovation and enable successful launches as we expand into new product categories.

Duties/Responsibilities

· Lead and participate in sensory programs to support development and shelf-life validation

· Perform new item risk assessments and ensure HACCP and food safety compliance

· Review and approve raw materials for functionality, safety, and regulatory alignment

· Create and maintain FDA-compliant Nutrition Facts Panels and ingredient statements

· Design and execute shelf-life and challenge studies, including microbiological and stability testing

· Champion daily sensory evaluation of materials and finished goods for quality and consistency

· Apply culinary intuition to evaluate flavor, texture, and overall eating experience

· Serve as a primary contact for supplier and customer inquiries related to food safety and product quality

· Troubleshoot formulations and support seamless scale-up from R&D to production

Qualifications

· Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Food Technology, or a related field (Dairy Science, Nutrition, Microbiology, Food Engineering, Culinary Science, etc.)

· 2-5 years of experience in food manufacturing or R&D (dairy or refrigerated foods preferred)

· Strong understanding of food safety, shelf-life validation, and regulatory labeling

· Experience with Genesis or similar nutritional software

· Strong organizational skills

· Detail-oriented

· Ability to multitask effectively

· Knowledge of FDA labeling rules (21 CFR 101) preferred

· Experience conducting or supporting sensory evaluation preferred

Physical Requirements

· Ability to sit and stand for extended periods

We offer full benefits including medical, dental, paid time off and more!

For more information, please call Melissa @ 815-997-1442 or email your resume to:

Melissa.saunders@furstpros.com

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