Food Scientist

Alphia, one of the nation’s leading custom pet food manufacturing companies, is looking for a skilled Food Scientist. The Food 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.
• Troubleshoot 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 :