Top 66 Food scientist Jobs in Illinois

R&D Food Scientist - Product Development
NORTH AMERICAN HERB & SPICE —Lake Forest, IL
- $60,000 - $80,000 a year
- 8 hour shift
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Mid-level
- Microsoft Office
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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R&D Food Scientist
WATERSHED FOODS LLC —Gridley, IL
- $90,000 - $110,000 a year
- Full-time
- Bachelor of Science
- Master's degree
- Databases
- Health savings account
- AD&D insurance
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R&D Scientist I, Innovation
Blommer Chocolate Company —Chicago, IL
- $78,000 - $82,000 a year
- Microsoft Excel
- Mid-level
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Food Scientist
OFI —Chicago, IL
- $87,000 - $116,000 a year
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
- Bachelor's degree
Food Scientist – Soup, Stock & Broth Innovation
Ajinomoto Health & Nutrition North America, Inc. —Itasca, IL
- $97,000 - $101,000 a year
- Full-time
- Bachelor of Science
- Mid-level
- Math
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Innovation Scientist
Sensient Technologies Corporation —Hoffman Estates, IL
- $70,000 - $75,000 a year
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
- Bachelor's degree
- 401(k)
Head of Sweet & Beverage Applications
Sensient Technologies Corporation —Hoffman Estates, IL
- $195,000 - $210,000 a year
- 5 years
- Bachelor's degree
- Continuous improvement
14d
Sr Scientist, Food - Geneva, IL
McCormick —Geneva, IL
- $86,390 - $151,220 a year
- Bachelor of Science
- Business development
- Bachelor's degree
- Profit sharing
- Paid parental leave
Associate Food Scientist - Chicago
Conagra Brands —Chicago, IL
- $59,000 - $79,000 a year
- Full-time
- Bachelor of Science
- Office
- Bachelor's degree
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Health insurance
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Scientist, R&D - Product Development
Kraft Heinz Company —Glenview, IL
- $77,800 - $97,300 a year
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
- Travel
- AD&D insurance
- Paid holidays
Food Innovation Scientist (Food & Beverage Manufacturing)
Baldwin Richardson Foods —Westmont, IL
- $85,000 - $95,000 a year
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- In-person
12d
Scientist, Quality – Food Safety
Kraft Heinz Company —Glenview, IL
- $77,800 - $97,300 a year
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
- Bachelor's degree
- AD&D insurance
- Paid holidays
Associate Scientist, R&D Product Development
Kraft Heinz Company —Glenview, IL
- $68,900 - $86,100 a year
- Bachelor of Science
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- AD&D insurance
- Paid holidays
8d
Food Innovation and Product Development Scientist II
The Fresh Factory —Downers Grove, IL
- $80,000 - $95,000 a year
- Spanish
- English
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Product Development Food Scientist
Mizkan America —Mount Prospect, IL
- $84,900 - $100,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Bachelor of Science
- Writing skills
- Profit sharing
- Wellness program
2d
Relocate to Chicago: Director, Food Science & Product Development - Edibles
Green Thumb —Chicago, IL
- $155,000 - $170,000 a year
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Master's degree
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
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Food Scientist - Meat
Grecian Delight | Kronos Food Corp —Elk Grove Village, IL
- $85,000 - $100,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Bachelor of Science
- Health savings account
- AD&D insurance
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Senior Food Scientist
OFI —Chicago, IL
- $90,000 - $120,000 a year
- Master's degree
- Bachelor's degree
- Travel
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
Sr Scientist, Taste Modulation
Imbibe —Niles, IL
- $95,000 - $120,000 a year
- 7 years
- Office
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Paid parental leave
- Health savings account
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Lead R&D Product Developer
The Fresh Factory —Downers Grove, IL
- $90,000 - $110,000 a year
- ERP systems
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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R&D Food Scientist - Product Development

NORTH AMERICAN HERB & SPICE
Lake Forest, IL

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Job Details

Full-time
$60,000 - $80,000 a year

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Qualifications

Microsoft Office
Food Science
Bachelor's degree
Product development
HACCP
Manufacturing

Full Job Description

The Food Scientist will perform food/nutraceutical product development activities including the creation, evaluation, and testing of prototypes and production samples, applying scientific principles and technical expertise to ensure a successful introduction to the market. Responsible for documenting ingredients, formulas, processes, testing, and specifications involved with new product research and development or enhancements to existing products. This role will report to the Director of Operations.

Job Responsibilities:

Lead the development and commercialization of high-quality functional food & nutraceutical products, including benchtop formulation/development and scale-up via plant trials and startup.
Combine a culinary/flavor-first approach with technical considerations including food safety, food stability/shelf-life, manufacturing feasibility and compatibility with HPP, cost, nutrition, etc.
Identify, explore, and qualify cost-optimization opportunities within ingredients, formula, and manufacturing process.
Organize and execute product tastings for sensory evaluation, shelf life studies, and product stability. Participate and provide input in team product tastings.
Generate and maintain internal and external product specifications and nutritional information.
Support Operations and QA on troubleshooting product issues or testing/implementing process improvements.
Work with ingredient suppliers and internal Procurement to source, qualify, and/or select appropriate raw materials.
Assist in the production (and shipment, as needed) of samples for customer requests.
Perform analytical analyses on ingredients and finished products
Assist in batching, analytical testing, flavor screening, stocking materials, and maintaining a clean and orderly lab.
Maintain R&D records, using electronic systems and written protocols.
Comply with all Company rules, regulations and policies.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Additional Skills:

Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Chemical/Biological Sciences, or other related field.
3+ years of work experience in food product development/manufacturing, with experience from benchtop development through scale-up preferred.
Ability to apply scientific principles and technical expertise, and leverage internal and external resources, for technical problem solving and/or scientific advances.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and tasks and work in a fast-paced environment while making sound decisions.
Ability to work independently, take initiative, and meet deadlines without close supervision.
Receptive to new ideas, concepts, and procedures, and able to contribute in these areas.
High degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
Collaborative, solutions-oriented, and organized.
Excellent interpersonal and verbal/written communication skills.
Proficient in MS Office. Experience with Genesis or other nutrition labeling software preferred.
Knowledge of Food Manufacturing, SQF, HACCP, and GMPs.

Physical Requirements:

Able to communicate information accurately to others.
Able to detect and discern sounds accurately in order to exchange information.
Able to stand for extended periods, walk, move throughout workspace frequently, and use hands to reach, find, handle, and manipulate items.
Able to observe details at close range, perceive colored images, and perceive computer generated images on a screen.
Able to lift up to 40 pounds occasionally.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Schedule:

8 hour shift
Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

Lake Forest, IL 60045: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

Bachelor's (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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