Food Scientist Job at Jack Link's, Minneapolis, MN

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  • Jack Link's
  • Minneapolis, MN

Job Description

Company DescriptionWhen it comes to being wild, we know a thing or two. We're not afraid of trying something new or the hard work it takes to make it happen. It's in our DNA. We've turned a family recipe into a new snacking category. And the wilderness into the world's largest meat snack business, that's still proudly family owned and operated.We're a company built by innovators, and are driven to not only satisfy your hunger, but to also feed your journey whether that journey is on the road, on the run, at the campground, at the playground, in the office or in the moment. It s a journey we share with you. It s the journey forward of our people, of our communities, of our category with a reverence for quality and an irreverence for the status quo. At Jack Link's Protein Snacks, we see every moment of every day as an opportunity to move forward, to forge new ground. To realize our vision of becoming the World s #1 Protein Snacking Company. We never give up. You never give up. Together, we keep going. Are you wild enough to join us?Jack Link's Protein Snacks is a global leader in snacking and the No. 1 meat snack manufacturer worldwide. Family-owned and operated with headquarters in Minong, Wisconsin, Jack Link s Protein Snacks also has a large corporate hub in Downtown Minneapolis, Minnesota. The company is made up of over 4,000 passionate team members, across 11 countries, who share an uncompromising commitment to delivering awesome products and feeding the journey of those who move things forward. The Jack Link s Protein Snacks portfolio of brands includes, Jack Link s, Lorissa s Kitchen, MATADOR Jerky, BiFi and Peperami.Job DescriptionJoin Jack Link's in a Food Scientist key role in the development and execution of corporate Research and Development (R&D) initiatives with meat proteins including new product innovation, brand maintenance projects, and product and process improvement. This position will play a major role in helping the company achieve its aggressive growth objectives through appropriate uses of technology and innovation in new product development, packaging, quality control, and operations. The responsibilities of this position shall consist of, but not be limited to, the following:Manage individual projects: Experience developing meat protein products and snacks Formula creation providing technical knowledge to achieve organoleptic & shelf life goalsSourcing and verification of raw ingredients and other materialsCollaboration on developing manufacture process to deliver conceptPerform sensory reviews of product improvements, new products, or competitive samplesCollaboration with Operations, QA, and other R&D staff to schedule and execute plant trialsProvide necessary input for new product cost analysisCollaboration with Operations, QA, and other R&D staff to schedule and execute plant trialsHands on technical development and commercialization of new meat products in line with the NPD processShelf-life studiesWorking cross functionally to deliver projects on time, in budget and with good first-time production qualityDocument and maintain records of test formulas, procedures, and net outcomesInnovation pipeline, near term and three year outlook:Researching potential new flavor, texture, & platform opportunitiesQuality & product improvements, plant support: Identify potential quality improvementsIdentify potential product cost savingsChampion quality awareness as well as maintain product quality across the product linesContinuously improve product and processes for greater product quality and profitabilityHelp problem solve & resolve issues that arise at plant levelContinuous Improvement of R&D systems (filing system, templates, process & procedures):Create and maintain product and processing specificationsBuild and maintain nutritional values/product labeling and regulatory requirementsLog and maintain records of test formulas, procedures, and net outcomesPerforms other duties and responsibilities as necessary QualificationsREQUIRED EDUCATIONBachelor of Science degree in Meat Science, Food Science, Animal Science or related field or equivalentREQUIRED EXPERIENCE5+ years of relevant experience in meat product developmentUnderstanding of USDA regulationsProficient with a computer. Demonstrated experience with MS Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and TeamsStrong written and oral communication skills; must be able to communicate effectively with various manufacturing and marketing functional groupsComfortable in a fast paced, changing environmentComfortable in a processing (plant or pilot plant) environment operating equipment (Slicers, Tumblers, Mixer, Grinder, Casing stuffer, Ovens)Flexible and able to work well in a team environmentDemonstrated understanding of food safety and human safetyStrong problem-solving skills and a bias for actionDetail oriented with demonstrated experience of maintaining accurate records on all tests and related workDemonstrated relationship and leadership skills including effective collaboration with R&D, quality, and cross-functional partnersDemonstrate critical thinkingAbility to communicate effectively and contribute to a team environmentEffectively manage and prioritize multiple competing priorities and projectsAgile, ability to flex across teams within the platform as work needs shiftAbility to assess and solve technical problems including leveraging others accordinglyStrong self-starter and holds a high regard for quality of workFamiliarity with laboratory procedures and equipment30% travel to plants to commercialize productsPREFERRED EXPERIENCE Smokehouse experience including natural and atomized smoke applicationsExperience in the shelf stable meat snack industryKnowledge of food manufacturing regulations, standards and labeling, plant sanitation, and microbiologyJACK LINK S CORE VALUES:Company values: Be Real, Speed Matters, Stewardship, Relationship Driven, Self-Discipline, and Show Awesome Character.Additional InformationThe salary range for this role is $74,600 - $102,600(Annually). Actual salaries will vary based on several factors, including but not limited to external market data, internal equity, location, and candidate skill set and experience. Base pay is just one component of Jack Link s Total Rewards package for Team Members. Other rewards may include annual incentive and program-specific awards. Jack Link s provides a variety of benefits to eligible Team Members, including medical, dental and vision benefits, life and disability insurance, 401k participation, paid holidays, and paid time off.Equal Employment Opportunity EmployerWe are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.E-VerifyWe provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. IMPORTANT: If the Government cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, we are required to provide you written instructions and an opportunity to contact SSA and/or DHS before taking adverse action against you, including terminating your employment. We may not use E-Verify to pre-screen job applicants or to re-verify current employees and may not limit or influence the choice of documents presented for use on the Form I-9. In order to determine whether Form I-9 documentation is valid, we use E-Verify s photo screening tool to match the photograph appearing on some permanent resident and employment authorization cards with the official U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) photograph. If you believe that your employer has violated its responsibilities under this program or has discriminated against you during the verification process based upon your national origin or citizenship status, please call the Office of Special Counsel at 1-800-255-7688 (TDD: 1-800-237-2515).All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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