Food Scientist

• Designs and executes experiments and prepares results for review with a cross-functional team
• Use consumer insights to conceptualize and develop new product prototypes &/or processes
• Formulates new products to match the ingredient statement, nutritional profile, cost and product attributes of the target product
• Uses sensory tools to optimize product formulation internally and externally
• Develops and documents details for ingredients, process, manufacturing and finished quality specifications of products, including development of QA Procedures as necessary
• Identifies and executes key product quality, stability, cooking parameter and safety testing protocols
• Identifies and executes cost saving opportunities
• Clearly documents hypothesis, purpose, procedures, observations and conclusions in lab notebook
• Develops project timelines that are acceptable to the cross-functional team members
• Works closely with project manager to create and maintain accurate timelines
• Conducts plant trials and new product startups
• Works with Sales and Marketing to create product presentations for the enterprise
• Able to manage a small product development team, helping them set and meet goals that help drive LW strategy
• Collaborates with Engineering/Packaging/Operations/QA and Marketing to meet project deadlines

• Bachelor’s degree in food science or related field required
• Master’s degree in food science or related field preferred
• 5 years related experience in food science
• Clear, concise written and verbal communication
• Pro-active self-starter willing to accept responsibility for business tasks
• Valid Driver’s License and driving record that meets Lamb Weston Driving Standards

Master’s degree in food science or related field

• Health Insurance Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision
• Flexible Spending Accounts for Health and Dependent Care, and Health Reimbursement Accounts
• Well-being programs including companywide events and a wellness incentive program
• Paid Time Off
• Financial Wellness – Industry leading 401(k) plan with generous company contributions, Financial Planning Services, Employee Stock purchase program, and Health Savings Accounts, Life and Accident insurance
• Family-Friendly Employee events
• Employee Assistance Program services – mental health and other concierge type services