Food Scientist at Beacon Hill Staffing Group, LLC in Golden Valley, Minnesota

Job Description:

We are looking for a talented professional with experience in product development, particularly within the food industry, including packaged goods or protein-based ingredients. Familiarity with ingredient applications and related technologies will be a strong advantage.



Job Responsibilities:

The Lab Technologist will play a key role in supporting protein technology advancement as part of the Innovation, Technology, and Quality (ITQ) team, working across various product categories. In collaboration with team scientists, the responsibilities will include:

• Contributing to product and technology development, progressing from concept through to pilot plant scale-up


• Preparing for experiments, including sourcing and organizing necessary ingredients and equipment


• Accurately measuring and weighing ingredients for experimental procedures


• Working with internal experts to understand lab methodologies, procedures, and testing protocols


• Carrying out experiments and producing products at both bench-top and pilot plant levels


• Conducting sensory and analytical testing on ingredients and finished products


• Recording data and documenting observations, sharing insights with the team in a timely manner


• Performing basic data analysis as needed

Education and Experience Requirements:

• A 2-year degree or a high school diploma, accompanied by a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience


• Experience in food product development or laboratory work


• Proficiency in basic computer tools (Microsoft Office, additional software as required)


• Fundamental understanding of food safety and health protocols

Additional Skills and Qualifications:

• Strong self-motivation and initiative


• Ability to handle multiple tasks and projects effectively
  
  
  • Proactively preparing for upcoming tasks while working on current projects
  
  
  
  


• Excellent team collaboration skills, with a focus on supporting colleagues


• Quick to adapt and respond to changing priorities and urgent needs


• Committed to maintaining high standards of work and quality


• Willingness to learn new methods and approaches


• Open to feedback and able to adjust work processes accordingly


• Ability to quickly grasp new concepts and apply knowledge efficiently


• Curious and problem-solving oriented, with a strong desire to understand how things work


• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams


• Enthusiasm for food science and technological innovation


• Comfort with both laboratory and pilot plant environments


• Ability to use lab and pilot plant equipment once trained

Beacon Hill is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values the strength diversity brings to the workplace. Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans are encouraged to apply.



California residents: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.


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Company Profile:


Founded by industry leaders to set a new standard in search, career placement and flexible staffing, we deliver coordinated staffing solutions with unparalleled service, a commitment to project completion and success and a passion for innovation, creativity and continuous improvement.


Our niche brands offer a complete suite of staffing services to emerging growth companies and the Fortune 500 across market sectors, career specialties/disciplines and industries. Over time, office locations, specialty practice areas and service offerings will be added to address ever changing constituent needs.


Learn more about Beacon Hill and our specialty divisions, Beacon Hill Associates, Beacon Hill Financial, Beacon Hill HR, Beacon Hill Legal, Beacon Hill Life Sciences and Beacon Hill Technologies by visiting www.bhsg.com .

We look forward to working with you!


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