Food Services Director - Higher Ed. jobs in Elyria, OH

Yost Foods is a growing company seeking a full-time Food Technologist to join our team in Brunswick, OH! Our Food Technologist will be responsible for new product development, product duplication, application testing, and related activities.

How we invest in you:

• $70 - $100k/year – negotiable based on experience/education 
• 88 hours of PTO available after 60-day introductory period
• 9 paid holidays
• Paid medical premium for employee
• 401K enrollment with company match
• Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement
• Collaborative and dynamic work environment

Schedule: Full-Time Mon-Fri 8am-5pm; in person at our Brunswick, OH location. Travel may be required up to 20% of the time.

A Day in the Life of a Food Technologist:

• Develop new product concepts and prototypes including all stages of bench product development
• Understand project objectives and organize product development tasks to meet the given timelines
• Identify, select, and evaluate new raw materials
• Generate and maintain accurate and complete records on all tests performed
• Ensure that products developed meet all food safety and quality requirements
• Perform manual and automated testing in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures
• Work independently with little or no supervision and as a member of a team; manage multiple assignments simultaneously
• Assist in product and process optimization projects and problem resolution with Product Development, Purchasing, Quality Assurance, Operations, and other departments as assigned
• Provide technical support to Quality Assurance, Production and other departments as required
• Effectively communicate with customers, sales account managers and other related departments

What you need to succeed:

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Chemistry, Biology or other related field required
• 1-3 years of experience in food research and development preferred
• Basic knowledge of food laws and regulations including ingredient declarations required
• Basic computer skills including but not limited to: record keeping, word processing, spreadsheets, Microsoft Suites, etc. required
• Basic understanding of formulas, maintaining proper R&D documentation, food manufacturing operations, equipment, and production facilities required
• Familiarity with the following industries is preferred:
  • Dressings & Sauces
  • Refrigerated/Frozen Foods
  • Snack foods
  • Ice cream
  • Seasonings
• Ability to work in a team setting and individually