Food Scientist

Job Title: R&D Product Developer/ Food ScientistLocation: East Hanover, NJ 7936Duration: 05/11/2026 to 03/31/2027Work Hours: 8am-5pmJob Description:• Experienced in Food Industry Manufacturing environment(Preferred in Biscuit Snacking), with knowledge in ingredient functionality & commercialization• Minimum: BS in Food Science with 3-5 years of experience• Travel: 25-40%• Anti-Slip / Steel toed shoes are a requirement for this position Day-to-day Activities: • Work independently and with a cross-functional team to plan, lead and coordinate technical projects in line with R&D, regulatory, marketing and manufacturing requirements. • Effectively communicate status & risks and plan, lead, & coordinate pilot plant and factory trials in accordance with good manufacturing practice and HACCP requirements. • Plan, lead, & coordinate development activities (e.g. product shelf-life testing, designing for quality, consumer test preparation. etc.). • This candidate will be co-leading this project with the HM so interacting with senior Client leaders and suppliers. • Pilot plant / trials work ( ingredient troubleshooting) is a huge plus.