Givaudan Careers Application Technologist II

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In the USA we develop market and produce a wide array of solutions from our 25 most innovative sites based across the country. Stretch your skills create and get inspiration from passionate colleagues. Every day your energy your thirst for knowledge and your creativity will shape our future making a positive difference on billions of people. Every essence of you enriches our world. We are Givaudan. Human by nature.

As an Application Technologist II you will support the Prepared Foods Application Team in accomplishing assigned commercial briefs by preparing several savory applications. Youll meaningfully contribute to flavor application data management and ensuring safety and compliance collaborating with our teams and customers to deliver high-quality results.

Location: Cincinnati Ohio (On-site)

Reports To: Group Leader Prepared Foods

Salary range for this position based on candidate experience: year.

You Will:

Flavour Application

• Prepare flavored food products for customer projects presentations and research projects.
• Select flavors based on specified requirements such as customer needs regulatory guidelines legislation and cost.
• Participate in flavor evaluations screenings and provide feedback for selection creation or revisions to support briefs and showcasing capabilities.
• Collaborate with our teams (Flavor & Creation Flavor Portfolio Culinary Sales Sensory Marketing Regulatory Procurement) and assist customers as needed.
• Maintain and order laboratory supplies including grocery shopping when required.

Data Management

• Manage flavor data and recipe documentation for food products.
• Maintain accurate formulations and recipes for assigned briefs.
• Track and update flavor performance data by evaluating finished products and capturing profiles.

Environmental Health & Safety

• Maintain a safe clean and organized lab environment following EH&S policies.
• Ensure a clean and safe workspace within the savory applications lab and pilot lab.

Your Professional Profile Includes:

• Bachelors degree in Food Science with 23 years of experience in a food applications lab production or related area (preferred) OR Masters degree in Food Science with 01 years of related experience (preferred).
• Proficiency in Google and Microsoft 365 products.
• Strong tasting skills with the ability to effectively describe flavor profiles and provide direction to flavorists for modifications.
• Basic understanding of the most common flavor reactions/interactions in food products.
• Basic knowledge of multiple savory applications and production processes including shelf stable frozen hot fill and thermal processing.
• Basic knowledge of FDA regulations food safety and allergens.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.

Benefits

Medical dental and vision coverage and a high-matching 401(k) retirement plan.

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Givaudan takes into consideration a wide range of factors that are utilized in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets experience and training qualifications/certifications and education and internal equity.

At Givaudan you contribute to delightful taste and scent experiences that touch peoples lives.

You work within an inspiring teamwork culture where you can thrive collaborate and learn from other talented and passionate people across disciplines regions and divisions.

Every essence of you enriches our world.

Diversity of perspectives fuels innovation and fosters deeper connections with our employees customers and partners. At Givaudan we are dedicated to cultivating an inclusive environment where every individuals voice is valued and has the power to shape our world. Join us in making a difference together.