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Food Scientist II
Post Consumer Brands —Eugene, OR
- $70,386 - $105,590 a year
- Full-time
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Mid-level
- Analysis skills
- Opportunities for advancement
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Tofurky —Hood River, OR
- $93,000 - $100,000 a year
- Extended hours
- Master's degree
- Bachelor's degree
- Doctor of Philosophy
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Lazarus Naturals —Portland, OR
- $65,000 - $90,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Presentation skills
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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Relocate to Chicago: Director, Food Science & Product Development - Edibles
Green Thumb —Portland, OR
- $155,000 - $170,000 a year
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Master's degree
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
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- $27 - $45 an hour
- Part-time
- Mid-level
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- In-person
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- Dental insurance
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Food Scientist II

Post Consumer Brands -
Eugene, OR

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Job Details

Full-time
$70,386 - $105,590 a year

Benefits

Opportunities for advancement

Qualifications

Technical engineering
New product introduction engineering projects
Food safety management
Food processing plant experience
Safety regulations
Design of manufacturing processes
Safety standards in production
Technical writing experience within manufacturing
GMP
Formulation chemistry
Project management experience in manufacturing
Chemical scale-up projects
Manufacturing facility experience
Policy & process development
Bachelor's degree
HACCP
Technology transfer (scale-up process)
Food & beverage production
Regulatory/legal compliance standards in production
Technical troubleshooting support
Productivity software
Research & development
Manufacturing company experience
FDA regulations

Full Job Description

Post Holdings is seeking a talented and innovative Food Scientist II to join our Product Development team in Eugene, Oregon. This role is ideal for a food science professional who can blend baking chemistry expertise with culinary creativity to develop granola and cereal products that deliver exceptional flavor, texture, and the perfect crunch.

The Food Scientist II will lead and support new product development, product optimization, process improvements, and commercialization efforts from concept through full-scale manufacturing. The ideal candidate will have experience working with granola, cereal, snack, or grain-based products and possess strong formulation, scale-up, and manufacturing knowledge.

This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on product innovation while working within a collaborative, growth-oriented environment that combines the resources of a large organization with the agility of a smaller team.

Key Responsibilities

Product Development & Innovation

Develop new cereal, granola, and grain-based products from concept through commercialization.
Improve and extend existing product lines to enhance quality, texture, flavor, nutritional profile, and consumer appeal.
Utilize baking chemistry, ingredient functionality, and culinary principles to create innovative products.
Conduct laboratory, benchtop, pilot plant, vendor, and full-scale manufacturing trials.
Scale formulations successfully from benchtop development to commercial production.

Commercialization & Manufacturing Support

Lead and support commercialization activities for new products and product improvements.
Provide product design and processing parameter recommendations for new products, capacity improvements, and equipment design.
Collaborate with Operations, Engineering, Quality, Procurement, and Marketing teams to ensure successful product launches.
Support validation of process and product parameter changes at manufacturing facilities.
Troubleshoot product quality, processing, and manufacturing issues using scientific and analytical approaches.

Process Improvement & Cost Optimization

Identify and implement product and process improvements that drive efficiency, quality, consistency, and cost savings.
Support product and packaging modifications, equipment enhancements, and manufacturability improvements.
Evaluate ingredient alternatives and process changes to optimize performance and reduce costs.
Participate in corporate cost-savings initiatives and continuous improvement projects.

Technical & Regulatory Responsibilities

Develop and maintain formulas, specifications, processing procedures, and technical documentation.
Conduct ingredient evaluations, sensory assessments, shelf-life studies, and product performance testing.
Ensure compliance with FDA regulations, GMPs, HACCP programs, food safety requirements, and company standards.
Stay current on industry trends, competitive products, emerging ingredients, and consumer preferences.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree (minimum) in Food Science, Food Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Nutrition, or a related technical field.
2+ years of experience in food manufacturing, product development, or R&D within the consumer-packaged goods (CPG) food industry.
Experience developing or manufacturing food products.
Proven success in product formulation, process development, and commercialization.
Strong understanding of baking science, ingredient functionality, and food processing principles.
Experience scaling products from benchtop development to pilot and commercial production.
Working knowledge of FDA regulations, GMPs, HACCP, and food safety systems.
Strong analytical, troubleshooting, project management, and communication skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and technical documentation software.

Preferred Qualifications

2–5 years of experience in a product development or process development role within the food industry.
Direct experience in granola and cereal product development.
Experience with baking, mixing, coating, extrusion, drying, or cereal manufacturing processes.
Demonstrated history of culinary innovation and successful product launches.
Experience with sensory evaluation, shelf-life testing, and nutritional labeling.
Experience supporting capacity expansion, equipment qualification, and manufacturing optimization initiatives.

Physical Requirements

Ability to work effectively in laboratory, pilot plant, and manufacturing environments.
Ability to stand, walk, and move throughout production facilities for extended periods.
Ability to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally.
Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) in manufacturing areas.

Why You'll Love This Role

Big company opportunities with a small company culture and attitude.
Direct influence on product formulation, innovation, and commercialization.
Opportunity to create products consumers enjoy every day.
Meaningful impact on process development and scale-up to full plant production.
Collaborative and growth-oriented team environment.
Exposure to cross-functional leadership and strategic initiatives.
Opportunities for professional development and career advancement within Post Holdings.

Ideal Candidate Profile

The successful candidate is a hands-on Food Scientist who enjoys working in both the lab and the manufacturing plant. They possess a strong combination of food science expertise, baking chemistry knowledge, culinary creativity, and commercial manufacturing experience. They thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a passion for creating innovative granola and cereal products that delight consumers while meeting quality, operational, and business objectives.

Compensation

$70,386.00-$105,590.00

Location & Travel

Location: Eugene, OR
Travel: Minimal travel required as needed

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