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R&D Scientist

Alphia

Ogden, UT • On-site, Remote

Full-time

Posted 17 days ago

Alphia rating

7.1

Company rating: 7.1 out of 10

Based on 16 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

178th of 378 rated food and drinks producers

Job description

JOB PURPOSE:
Alphia, one of the nation's leading custom pet food manufacturing companies, is looking for a skilled R&D Scientist. The R&D Scientist is responsible for managing research and development projects involving new product and process development, production trials, least-cost formulation, product/process improvement, technical sales support, etc. Product area responsibilities will include dry extruded and baked pet foods and snacks/treats.
DESCRIPTION OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
  • Demonstrate strong project management skills on research and development projects as assigned.
  • Actively participate as a key contributor to new products development.
  • Formulate dry extruded and baked pet foods and snacks/treats according to defined parameters.
  • Oversee/conduct plant trials on assigned projects at various production facilities.
  • Trouble-shoot and resolve production and product quality issues experienced at the plant level.
  • Work effectively on multidisciplinary teams within the company and with external customers and suppliers to accomplish project objectives.
  • Provide technical sales support.
  • Comprehend and apply food science and pet nutrition principles effectively in project work.
  • Prepare and issue specifications for new ingredients and finished products.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: (To perform this job successfully, and individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required).
  • BS in Food Science, Animal Science, Nutrition, or equivalent required.
  • 5 years of experience in pet food, food science, or related field preferred.
  • Experience in successfully bringing new, innovative products to market.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of ingredient functionality and food manufacturing processes.
  • Strong communication and project management skills.
  • Creativity and problem-solving ability.
  • Collect and interpret data and make recommendations.
  • Experience with working effectively in a plant environment preferred.
  • Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel.

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