Food Scientist

Your Role And ResponsibilitiesDevelop product prototypes on the bench, establish data and make technical case for product feasibility, write project reportsBe the hands-on technical expert on the functionality and benefits of the food ingredients being promoted by the companyEquip sales teams with essential product knowledge by conducting technical training sessionsCollaborate with Sales and Marketing to develop product concepts and formulate prototypes for proof of conceptConvert customer needs into technical project concepts, and conduct application research to provide solution optionsBuild cross-functional work relationships with the colleagues as well as customers and producersFollow established technical report writing formats to document project reportsConduct in house sensory and shelf stability studies as part of technical feasibility of high priority productsEffectively communicate product ideas and technical test results with project teams and leadership during internal project meetings and with the customersWrite and document equipment and product development SOPs and follow food GMP practicesYour Profile Education and Experience: Minimum BS degree in Food ScienceMinimum 5-year hands-on product development experience with food CPG companiesExperience working in and, preferably, managing food lab operationsExperience working in a highly collaborative team orientated environmentExcellent oral and written communication skillsExcellent analytical, organizational and multi-tasking skills, as well as the ability to interact and collaborate successfully with all levels and functional areasPreferred product experience: Baked goods, pet foods, plant-based foods, meat analogue, processed meat, food microbiology and antimicrobials, vitamin & mineral dry blendsUnderstanding of current better-for-you food trends, including GMO free, organic, clean label, natural, gluten free, veganKnowledge and experience formulating with food additives (proteins, starches, hydrocolloids, binders, sweeteners, colorants, flavors, acidulants, nutrients, bulking agents, preservatives, fatsOUR OFFERWe aim to create an environment where the best people want to work, where they can turn their passion into their job and realize their full potential.Individual development, on-the-job training, and development programs designed to help our employees grow in their careers.Competitive pay and incentives.Health and dental paid by company (with exception of LTD)DC pension plan matched 100% by employer up to 6%EFAPStarting 3 Weeks VacationFlexible Work HoursGym/Wellness subsidy Tuition Reimbursement Brenntag Canada Inc. is committed to building a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and to promote a diverse, inclusive, accessible, merit-based, respectful and equitable workplace. Brenntag Canada Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, record of offences, age, marital status, family status, religion, gender identity, protected veteran status, disability or any other status protected by applicable Canadian, provincial or local law.We offer employment accommodation across the recruitment process and all aspects of employment consistent with the requirements of Ontario's Human Rights Code.Let us know if you require a disability-related accommodation.Collection of InformationYour personal information is being collected and will be used to determine your qualifications for employment with Brenntag Canada Inc. This collection of personal information is necessary to the proper administration of the application process. Please do not provide more personal information than what is asked of you. For example, do not include your social insurance number, photograph, or banking information, etc. with your application. We strongly encourage you not to provide us with information beyond that which is requested in the job posting. If you have any questions about the collection, use, disclosure, or retention of your personal information, please contact us.Brenntag Canada Inc. is an inclusive employer.Accommodation is available in accordance with the Ontario's Human Rights Code.Brenntag TA Team