Food Scientist Job at Alphia, Ogden, UT

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  • Alphia
  • Ogden, UT

Job Description

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:

  • Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Animal Science, Nutrition, or equivalent, required.
  • 1-3 years of experience in pet food, food science, or related field.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of ingredient functionality and food manufacturing processes.
  • Strong communication and project management skills.
  • Creativity and problem solving ability.
  • Collect and interpret data and make recommendations.
  • Experience working effectively in a plan environment, preferred.
  • Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Principles, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel.

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