Job Details

We are seeking a motivated Associate R&D Food Technologist to join our team! This contract-to-hire role is ideal for someone who is passionate about product development, enjoys hands-on formulation work, and thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Title: Associate Food Technologist
Location: North Los Angeles, CA
Job type: Contract - hire
Pay Rate: $25/hr. -$30/hr. (DOE)

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and improve new and existing products based on customer or internal requirements.
• Demonstrate creativity and innovation in formulation development.
• Taste, evaluate, and validate all developed products for quality and consistency.
• Work independently with minimal supervision to meet project objectives.
• Perform product costing calculations and maintain accurate cost data.
• Create and maintain master formulas within company databases.
• Draft product specifications for supervisor review and approval.
• Conduct shelf-life and stability testing on finished products.
• Establish and manage protocols for all outgoing product samples.

• Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Chemistry, or a related scientific field.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in the food industry or relevant field.
• Strong mathematical skills, including working knowledge of algebra.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong sensory acuity for taste and aroma evaluation.
• Ability to occasionally lift and carry up to 15 lbs.