The Pictsweet Company

Grower and processor of frozen and fresh vegetables

Food Scientist

Process EngineeringPosted on Nov 5

Full-timeBells, TN, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A bachelor's degree in Food Science or a related field from an accredited college or university is required.
A minimum of three years of product development experience in food manufacturing is required.
A minimum of two years of culinary experience in a restaurant kitchen or related experience is required.
Strong knowledge of food product development, product commercialization, sensory science, and testing methodologies is required.
A strong grasp of food trends, techniques, innovations, and menu development is required.
Demonstrated project management skills, with the ability to self-motivate and work well under strict timelines, are required.
Strong communication and collaboration skills are required.
Exceptional organizational and project management skills are required.
The ability to taste and smell flavor profiles and food products is required.
The ability to work in a freezer environment is required.
The role requires standing, walking, bending, stooping, kneeling, and reaching.
The ability to lift, push, or carry items up to 50 pounds is required.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office is required.

Responsibilities

Develop new items from concept through commercialization and continuously monitor products throughout their lifecycles.
Reformulate and evaluate existing items for continuous improvement and market relevance.
Solve technical problems in product formulation, processing, and packaging.
Conduct sensory evaluations of products and translate testing outcomes into actionable next steps for product success.
Develop and maintain accurate and organized product documentation throughout the product lifecycle, including internal product specifications, FDA labeling requirements, supplier specifications, food cost, and associated databases.
Monitor industry trends to grow a portfolio of product ideas.
Perform other related duties as required.

Desired Qualifications

Certified Research Chef or Certified Culinary Scientist certification is preferred.
Batter, breading, or fried food manufacturing experience is desirable.

Overview

The Pictsweet Company is recruiting for a Food Scientist to join our Innovation Center of Excellence at the company headquarters in Bells, TN. Reporting to the Director of Innovation, the Food Scientist will play a crucial role in the development and commercialization of innovative and high-quality food products. The Food Scientist will work closely with cross-functional teams including Operations, Engineering, Marketing, FSQA and Sales. The Innovation Team is the creative center of what we do at The Pictsweet Company, and as such, the Food Scientist will be charged with not only maintaining knowledge of innovative industry trends but also embracing the rich culture and history of our distinctive brand.

Responsibilities

Develop new items from concept through to commercialization; continuously monitor product throughout its lifecycle
Reformulate/evaluate existing items for continuous improvement and market relevance
Solve technical problems in product formulation, processing and packaging
Conduct sensory evaluations of products and translate testing outcomes into actionable next steps for product success
Develop and maintain accurate and organized product documentation throughout the product lifecycle; including but not limited to internal product specifications, FDA labeling requirements, supplier specifications, food cost and associated databases
Monitor industry trends to grow a portfolio of products ideas
Other related duties, as required

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Food Science or related field from an accredited college/university
Certified Research Chef or Certified Culinary Scientist preferred
Product Development experience for Food Manufacturing required; 3 years minimum
Culinary experience in a restaurant kitchen or related experience; 2 years minimum
Strong knowledge of food product development, product commercialization, sensory science and testing methodologies
Batter/breading and or fried food manufacturing experience desirable
Strong grasp of food trends, techniques, innovations and menu development
Must possess an intense passion for food
Demonstrated project management skills with ability to self-motivate and work well under strict timelines
Strong communication and collaboration skills
Exceptional organizational and project management skills
Ability to taste and smell flavor profiles and food products
Must be able to work in a freezer environment
Required to stand/walk, bend, stoop, kneel and reach
Ability to lift/push/carry items up to 50 pounds
Proficient in Microsoft Office

The Pictsweet Company is an equal opportunity employer. M/F/V/H

About the Company

The Pictsweet Company

Grower and processor of frozen and fresh vegetables

The Pictsweet Company is a vegetable grower and processor that produces and distributes frozen and fresh vegetables and potato products under its Pictsweet Farms brand. It operates its own farms and processing facilities, running a farm-to-consumer model that carries produce from cultivation through packing to retail shelves, and it markets its products as 100% all-natural vegetables. Alongside its packaged goods, the company maintains a consumer-facing presence built around recipes, a news section, and social channels that help shoppers use its vegetables and potatoes at home. What sets Pictsweet apart is its emphasis on supply-chain transparency and control over both growing and processing, letting it tie its packaged products back to its own farms. The goal is to bring natural, farm-grown vegetables and potato products from its fields to households across its retail markets.

Company size: Not listed
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Bells, TN
Founded: Not listed

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