Job Description

Description

Family owned and operated, Bake'n Joy Foods, Inc. is a leading manufacturer of top-quality bakery products that began over eighty years ago in 1941. We manufacture a variety of products for professional bakers including frozen scoop batters, predeposited muffin, cornbread, loaf cakes and Boston Coffee Cakes, mixes as well as an expanding line of fully baked items such as coffee cakes, loaf cakes and more. We remain committed to providing top quality products, service, and value to our customers. STAFFING AGENCIES AND RECRUITING FIRMS - PLEASE DO NOT CONTACT BAKE'N JOY FOR THIS ROLE R&D Food Technologist • Classification: • Exempt (FLSA) • Reports To: • R&D Manager • JD Review Date: • November 2024 Job Summary/Objective The Food Technologist plays a crucial role in new product development and current portfolio optimization across bakery categories. This role involves formulating and preparing product samples, conducting tests, and refining products to meet manufacturing feasibility, cost targets, and quality standards. The Food Technologist collaborates closely with cross-functional teams to support product scale-up and commercialization. Essential Functions • Product Development: Formulate and prepare test samples for new products, refining formulations to meet market and manufacturing needs. • Product Testing: Conduct testing under various conditions (e.g., oven types, frozen/fresh) and ensure shelf-life stability, maintaining detailed records. • Nutritional Analysis & Labeling: Process new formulas, prepare nutritional analysis, and generate accurate labels per internal and external standards. • Pre-Production Preparation: Develop and document pre-production notes, QA specifications, and operational details for cross-functional review. • Optimization Projects: Improve existing products by modifying ingredients or manufacturing processes to enhance yield and product quality. • Raw Material Testing: Evaluate new raw materials from potential vendors to determine suitability. • Documentation & Reporting: Keep detailed, accurate documentation of all work, generating summaries and reports as needed. • Customer Interaction: Provide professional support and respond to basic sample requests from customers. • Data-Driven Innovation: Contribute to innovation as scheduled in the R&D long-range plan, actively participating in sensory activities. Competencies • Technical Expertise: Strong knowledge of food science principles, ingredient functionality, and baking techniques. • Analytical Skills: Proficient in experimental design, statistical analysis, and data interpretation to drive product development. • Communication Skills: Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with internal teams and external customers. • Adaptability: Ability to work autonomously and manage shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment. • Attention to Detail: High degree of accuracy and detail in documentation and testing procedures. • Proficiency in Technology: Basic skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel) and familiarity with lab equipment calibration and maintenance. Supervisory Responsibilities • None Work Environment • Primarily laboratory and office settings, with occasional work in manufacturing environments. • Exposure to temperature-controlled areas (e.g., freezers) for brief periods. Physical Demands • Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. • Occasional bending and standing for extended periods. Position Type • Full-Time Work Hours • Monday - Thursday: 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. • Friday: 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. • Availability for overtime or additional days as dictated by business needs. Travel • Minimal, primarily local, with occasional travel to other facilities as needed. Required Education & Experience • Bachelor's Degree in Food Science, Culinology®, or a related field. • Minimum of 3+ years of baking or food product development experience. Preferred Education & Experience • Experience in large-scale food production, quality assurance, and lab settings. • Demonstrated ability to adapt in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. • Ingredient functionality expertise. Equal Employment Opportunity Policy Bake'n Joy provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.