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Scientist / Sr. Scientist BeveragesThe Beverage Sr. Scientist is responsible for providing technical support to customers and internal teams for formulation solutions and application directions. The Sr. Scientist will be recognized as one of the SME in commercialization of all RTD beverage products and will yield expertise in other areas as needed.Major Job Functions:Develop, make, and evaluate finished product applications to support new product development efforts, including base development and stabilization.Coordinate and execute new product scale-ups for manufacturing.Hands-on work ethic in solving technical issues, bench work required.Work closely with Sales/Marketing and cross-functional teams on commercializing innovations in formulations and ingredients and effectively communicating about customer projects.Will lead the commercialization of pilot plant and safely operate lab and pilot plant equipment related to beverage processing such as spray drying, dry blending, and other areas as assigned.Develop and lead creative initiatives, successfully manage projects, and be recognized as a SME/technical liaison between internal and external stakeholders.Identifies potential problems early in the development process and addresses them with appropriate solutions.Will oversee the set-up, design, and implementation of best lab practices.Actively train direct reports and other team members in all aspects of beverage development and commercialization.Works with Supply Chain to source raw materials needed for the success of product development.May work with customers and co-packers to conduct pilot batches and scale-up product runs.Other duties as assigned.Salary$80,000 - $120,000 + BonusBenefits AvailableEducation:MS in Food Science or related fieldExperience:Minimum of 7+ years? commercial experience in variety of beverage categories. Required experience in emerging categories such as coffees, teas, plant protein drinks, functional beverages. Dairy based drinks etc.Experience in flavor technology preferredExperience in setting up a pilot plant is preferredRequired Competencies:Product DevelopmentScale-UpQuality and RegulatoryFlavor TechnologyDemonstrates attention to detailPrioritizes and uses time effectivelyOperating machinery: Benchtop sample preparation equipment, pilot equipmentAble to communicate with multiple internal and external groups effectivelyAble to do preventative maintenance or repair equipmentMust work well in group problem-solving situations and exhibit sound judgmentAbility to prioritize and use time effectively while managing competing demandsContribute to building a positive team spirit and display a high amount of professionalismGood communication skills. Ability to read and interpret documents. Ability to write routine correspondence, instructions, and procedures. Basic mathematic skills. Able to add, subtract, multiple and divide whole numbers, decimals, and fractions. Able to compute ratios and percentages. Demonstrates ability to self-manage. Consistently at work and on time. Take responsibility for own actions, takes initiatives, meets productivity standards, and generates suggestions for improving work**If you?d like to hear more about this opportunity and others we are currently working on, please contact Kristine O?Sullivan at kosullivan cps4jobs.com.JO: 3.17.26KO#LI-KM2