Senior Scientist - Texture Systems

Kenny Whelan And Associates

Kildare

Scope Role: Reporting into the RD&A function of Texture Systems, you will be an integral part of a highly dynamic and highly focused team. You will be responsible for supporting the development and formulation of new and existing products for the texture Systems technology within the European region. You will work in parallel with the business objectives, strategies and plans of the texture systems business. You will work closely with the commercial sales team responsible for both food service chains, business-to-business operators, also manufacturers supplying directly to the retail trade. You will develop and commercialize bespoke texture systems products – and present to both regionally and globally recognized customer audiences. The role will require an expert experience in the science and technology of texture systems in a range of foodstuffs, with the focus on dairy products. The role will require a highly motivated team player with strong practical technical skills, a passion for food texture applications, a highly motivated desire to learn, and a drive to gain recognition as a true expert in the texture systems technology. Key Responsibilities : The texture systems department impart desirable food structure to a wide range of dairy, confectionery, beverage, and baked goods. Texture systems have an impact on the processing of food, and beverages, structural shelf life, and the eating qualities (sensory qualities) of the foodstuffs in which they are applied. Day to dayresponsibilities. The Texture systems scientist focusses on the development of new texture systems by calling on a strong understanding of the individual building blocks particularly, food esters, (food emulsifiers) gelling agents, thickeners, and stabilisers, starches, fibres and functional proteins. Oversee RD projects, from bench development through to scaling up in the manufacturing site. Oversee the pilot plant application of texture systems into a range of foodstuffs, and follow through with a detailed internal technical report, detailing processing used, texture analysis, shelf life tests, and sensory evaluations. Keep up to date with key scientific developments (peer reviewed scientific literature, patents, trade journals,) Conducts research for the improvement of existing products, both from a technical and a cost perspective. Work closely with other application teams and technologies to develop innovative solutions and resolve technical problems. Focusses on the market requirements by tapping into GNPD, and other market resources to develop trending technological solutions. Ensure that good laboratory practices and laboratory protocol is adhered to at all times. Documents all research in the designated computer databases. The successful candidate will. Support the product development process (RD&A) for Texture Systems across the whole of EU & Russia. Support projects from product concept, through to product scale up and commercialisation. Be a key member of the applications team, supporting lab and pilot plant developments at the Global Technology and Innovation centre in Ireland, and will support scaled up texture systems trials at manufacturing locations in Europe. Manage and take ownership of key customer opportunities. Work with support functions such as marketing, sensory, analytical, regulatory, and manufacturing in order to develop a common and aligned approach to the RD&A role. Work closely and develop effective working relationships with the texture systems sales team. Support customers, with an in-depth insight, into the companiestexture systems products, and how they can impart benefits customer’s formulations. Will mentor and coach junior members of the team. Qualifications. Competencies Required: Bachelor Degree in a Food Science discipline as minimum. Minimum of 4 years’ continuous experience in a technical capacity in the Food or Beverage production industry. Familiarity with taking a product from concept to commercialisation. Have a proven record of accomplishment in food and beverage, new or existing product development. Have a practical and relevant, flavour, ingredient and processing knowledge in dairy products, both at pilot plant processing and manufacturing level. Strong technical knowledge of Dairy UHT processes. Good knowledge of dry blending and in particular the pitfalls that can be encountered, and how to avoid them. Good knowledge of food processing unit operations. Strong project management skills. Excellent problem solving capabilities. Excellent communication and presentation skills. To Apply, please send your CV to ecahill@kenny-whelan.ie. This job originally appeared on RecruitIreland.com.

2593 days ago