Join Our Team as a Product Developer at Allen Flavors, Inc.!
Are you passionate about innovation in the food and beverage industry? Allen Flavors, Inc. is seeking a dynamic Product Developer to join our team. As a privately owned company known for our specialized services and commitment to excellence, we offer an exciting opportunity for professionals eager to contribute to the development of high-performance, great-tasting beverage products.
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About Us:*
Allen Flavors, Inc. is a leading innovator in the food and beverage industry, serving middle market, entrepreneurial, and multinational brands. We offer a diverse range of specialized services, including traditional and certified organic flavors, along with expertise in customized ingredient kits.
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Roles & Responsibilities:*
Create Information Panels:* Develop nutrition facts and ingredient lines in accordance with FDA food labeling guidelines for beverages.
- Extend Product Shelf Life: Understand methods to extend shelf life and select appropriate processing parameters for different beverage systems, including pasteurization, retort, and preservatives.
- Ingredient Expertise: Possess a comprehensive understanding of ingredients, including solubility, interactions, and regulatory aspects of foods and supplements.
- Procurement Assistance: Assist in the procurement of ingredients required for product development.
- Customer Engagement: Actively participate in calls and meetings with customers to understand their requirements and preferences.
- Implement Certified Programs: Understand and implement company-certified programs related to food safety, quality, and defense as required.
- Conduct Testing: Perform various tests including TA, Brix, RI, density, refractive index, and color testing using spectrophotometer.
- Formulation Expertise: Formulate beverages to meet customer specifications regarding color, flavor, mouthfeel, and active ingredient levels.
- Lab Operations: Demonstrate proficiency in lab equipment calibration, sample labeling, and shipping procedures.
- Quality Control: Develop testing metrics and set specifications for premixes and bases to ensure quality control standards are met.
- Other Duties: Undertake additional responsibilities as assigned by management to support organizational objectives.
Education:* Bachelor’s Degree (B.S.) in Food Science or a related field.
- Experience: 1-5 years of related job experience required, with beverage experience considered a plus.
- Skills:
- Proficiency in lab safety protocols and documentation.
- Excellent math skills and familiarity with Microsoft Excel.
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Ability to take direction and work effectively within a team.
Take the next step in your career journey with us!
If you are a motivated and innovative professional with a passion for product development in the food and beverage industry, we invite you to apply for the position of Product Developer at Allen Flavors, Inc.
Job Type: Full-time