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Food Product Development Coordinator

Gardena, CA · On-site

$65K - $75K/yr

Product Development Coordinator - Food Manufacturing Direct Hire | Torrance, CA | $65,000 -$75,000 DOE Are you experienced in food manufacturing and enjoy coordinating new product launches, customer ...

Tofurky

Senior Food Scientist

Hood River, OR · On-site

Role Description The Senior Food Scientist is a full-time, on-site role based in Hood River, OR ... Reporting to the VP of R&D, this role owns projects from concept through production scale-up, leads ...

Actalent

Senior Food Scientist

Chicago, IL

Senior Food Scientist - Bakery and Snacking (Temporary Assignment) This temporary Senior Food ... You will own product development and innovation activities from benchtop through scale-up and ...

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Tyson Foods

Food Scientist

Springdale, AR · On-site

... Senior Foods Scientist I, or Senior Food Scientist II - Level will be determined through the ... This covers all stages of product development and process development including writing new product ...

Tyson Foods

Food Scientist

Springdale, AR · On-site

... Senior Foods Scientist I, or Senior Food Scientist II - Level will be determined through the ... This covers all stages of product development and process development including writing new product ...

Tyson Foods, Inc.

Food Scientist

Springdale, AR · On-site

... Senior Foods Scientist I, or Senior Food Scientist II - Level will be determined through the ... This covers all stages of product development and process development including writing new product ...

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How much do senior food product development jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 22, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior food product development in the United States is $122,627.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $100,000.00 and $151,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Senior Food Product Development vs Food Scientist?

AspectSenior Food Product DevelopmentFood Scientist
CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in Food Science, experience in product developmentBachelor's or Master's in Food Science, research background
Work EnvironmentProduct labs, R&D teams, cross-functional collaborationResearch labs, quality control, scientific research settings
Employer & Industry UsageFood manufacturing companies, R&D departmentsResearch institutions, food companies, quality assurance
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

While both roles require a background in food science, Senior Food Product Development focuses on creating and refining new food products, working closely with marketing and production teams. Food Scientists often conduct research, analyze ingredients, and ensure safety and quality. The senior role emphasizes product innovation, whereas the Food Scientist role leans toward scientific research and testing.

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Infographic showing various Senior Food Product Development job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 80% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 90% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $122,627 per year, or $59 per hour.
Senior Food Technologist

Senior Food Technologist

Affinity Executive Search

Elk Grove, CA

$90K/yr

Full-time

Posted 23 days ago

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Summary: The Senior Food Technologist will help lead innovation, optimization, and technical advancement initiatives across the tortilla category and other related product lines. This position requires expertise in formulation science, process improvement, and cross-functional collaboration. The Senior Food Technologist will mentor junior staff, drive complex product development projects, and act as the technical liaison between R&D, operations, and commercial teams.Summary: The Senior Food Technologist will help lead innovation, optimization, and technical advancement initiatives across the tortilla category and other related product lines. This position requires expertise in formulation science, process improvement, and cross-functional collaboration. The Senior Food Technologist will mentor junior staff, drive complex product development projects, and act as the technical liaison between R&D, operations, and commercial teams.Duties and Responsibilities: Assist leading development and implementation of new and innovative products, both from customer and marketing requests, ensuring alignment with strategic goals. Interpret and translate customer product requirements into actionable development and commercialization plans. Oversee shelf-life testing process: analyze and validate data, interpret results, and present technical recommendations to stakeholders. Supervise product testing, including batching of ingredients and process validation, providing technical oversight. Manage documentation and data integrity for all R&D activities using advanced reporting systems. Validate manufacturing processes during plant trials and provide continuous improvement feedback. Assist leading post-test analysis of finished products and ensure data-driven conclusions guide process optimization. Coordinate sensory evaluation sessions and lead cross-functional interpretation of results. Ensure regulatory compliance, nutrition labeling, and technical documentation accuracy in collaboration with QA. Drive cost optimization, process improvement, and line extension initiatives through technical innovation. Collaborate with Sales and Marketing to provide expert technical support and product feasibility analysis. Mentor and train technologists in formulation, testing, and commercialization best practices. Support corporate sustainability and quality initiatives within the product innovation pipeline. Flexibility to work non-standard hours and travel for product launches or technical validations as needed. Performs all other duties as assigned.Minimum Job Requirements:Education/Certifications and Experience: Bachelor?s degree in Food Science, Biology, Chemistry or other related field; Master?s degree preferred. Minimum 3 5 years of experience in fresh/frozen baked goods or food product development. Extensive experience in Food Manufacturing with strong understanding of plant operations. Experience leading cross-functional teams and managing product launches from concept to commercialization.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Proficient use of a computer, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote), and other related applications or software. Must have the ability to manage new and multiple projects from conception to commercialization. Demonstrated ability to manage complex, multi-phase projects independently. Strong communication and presentation skills across all organizational levels. Advanced analytical, problem-solving, and technical writing abilities. Proven ability to train, coach, and develop others in R&D best practicesSupervisory Responsibilities: N/A

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