Title: Applications Technologist I - Beverage and Dairy
Location: Hoffman Estates, IL
Position objectives: Innovatively showcase Silesia Flavors across a wide array of beverage and dairy applications. Using the skills and knowledge obtained, improve the ability of Silesia to provide rapid and accurate service to both current and prospective customers.
The Beverage and Dairy Application Technologist I will work on a full range of carbonated, still, and alcoholic beverages as well as ice cream, frozen desserts and fermented products using dairy and dairy analogs. They will also be responsible for creating and maintaining a sampling library, assisting with sample requests, and participating in sensory activities.
Essential Functions
Assist in project management to ensure timely and accurate completion of customer
requests.
· Create and engineer safe and delicious finished beverage and dairy products, including
but not exclusively: alcoholic beverages, yogurts, carbonated beverages, juice drinks,
animal and vegan milk drinks, and frozen desserts.
· Develop beverage and dairy recipes according to Silesia standard.
· Work with Marketing and Sales teams to create concepts for customer presentations.
· Accurately and professionally communicate project outputs and maintain effective
internal and external collaborations (Sales, Marketing, R&D, CSG and Customers).
· Must have the ability to learn to safely operate and maintain laboratory equipment.
· Scale calibration and accurate measurement using digital balance, pH meter and
carbonator.
· Document all project related data, processes, equipment parameters, dosages and
tasting notes in SAP and other records.
· Source and manage inventory of raw materials and lab supplies (general and project
specific), including re-ordering as needed.
· Creative ability to taste, smell, and describe food and participate in all required
sensory panels and training.
· Maintain cleanliness of the laboratory.
· Work in accordance with approved Silesia quality standards and Food Safety
requirements such as Good Manufacturing Practices, allergen handling protocol, etc.
· Act as back up to the Applications Manager - Beverage and Dairy and Applications
Technologist - Confectionery & Bakery.
· Attend customer visits and trade shows as required.
· Some travel may be required; including international travel.
· In addition to the preceding assignments, the incumbent is obligated to carry out
individual tasks that, in essence, belong to his/her duties or where this is dictated by
company needs.
Your personal skills:
· You are a flexible, solutions seeker by nature and can trouble-shoot efficiently.
· You thrive in high performance, fast-paced environments.
· You are organized and detail oriented.
· You have a good analytical background combined with a hands-on practical approach.
· You are able to thrive in a multi-cultural business environment and company culture.
· You are willing to learn and mentor others.
Education and professional experience:
· Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in Food Science, Chemistry, Biology or equivalent industry experience
· 1-2 years of flavor industry experience preferred
· Solid experience in communicating with a highly demanding sales force and customers
· Proficient understanding of Microsoft Office
About Silesia Flavors Inc.
Silesia Flavors, Inc. based in Hoffman Estates - Illinois, is the American Headquarter of Silesia International, Neuss - Germany. Silesia is a family owned flavor house founded in 1910. Silesia Flavors Inc. has been expanding strongly over the past 7 years, with a consistent double-digit growth in the US and Canada. International Presence: Worldwide, Silesia employs over 800 people in 30 locations. R&D and ...production sites are located in Neuss and Kalkar - Germany; Hoffman Estates - USA; Shanghai - China and Singapore. Core Competencies: Recognized globally as an industry leader in Confectionery and Beverage flavors, its core competencies also include Dairy and Savory flavors. As a supplier of high quality liquid and powder, natural, and natural & artificial flavors, Silesia works as a partner with its customers and assists in innovative product development, regulatory affairs and offers recipe support to its customers. Technical by nature, Silesia has become an expert in stable, authentic, natural fruit flavors, flavors varieties, and flavors of origins. Key technologies include encapsulation, granulation and flavor modulation.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $60,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Education:
Experience:
- FLAVOR: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
