Posted June 09, 2026
Food Technologist - Research & Development
JTM Food Group
Harrison, Ohio, United States 45030
Full Time
Reference: 285125407
Food Technologist - Research & Development
Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
POSITION: Food Technologist - Research & Development
REPORTS TO: Manager – Research & Development
PERKS & BENEFITS
- Top Work Place Winner
- Weekly Pay
- Free Meal Buffet, Discount on JTM Products
- Free Uniforms, Shoe Allowance
- Free Gym Membership, Free Health Screenings
- Full Medical Benefits
- 401K/Profit Sharing
- Generous PTO
- Bonus Potential (Referral Bonus &Years of Service Bonus)
SCOPE
The R&D Food Technologist will use a mix of culinary arts and scientific knowledge to create new recipes that meet customers nutritional and pricing requirements. They will also need to present new items to a cross functional team for feedback and project direction.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Creating bench top samples for internal review.
- Recording lot information on raw materials used in the lab.
- Heating samples and setting up sensory panels.
- Sourcing raw materials from the plant
- Assisting other R&D team members with plant trials.
- Evaluating raw materials submitted by new vendors.
- Carrying out other support functions and activities as required.
SUCCESS CRITERIA
- Safety/GMP/Food Safety/Quality policies followed.
- Attendance requirements met.
- Accurately measuring ingredients and following recipe procedures.
- Understand functional ingredient applications.
- Ability to develop a product that meets customer criteria within cost constraints.
EXPERIENCE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor's degree in Culinary Arts, Food Science, or related field.
- 3-5 years of experience in food manufacturing.
- 3-5 years of experience in product development.
- Attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to read and interpret food formulations and directions.
- Knowledge of GMP's, USDA, and OSHA regulations and BRC requirements.
- Skill in using a personal computer and various software applications.
- Skill in being a self-starter.
- Ability to work in a team environment.
- Reaching, and lifting 50 lbs.
- Ability to stand and walk for long periods of time.
- Ability to work in cold, humid environments with temperatures ranging from 40 to 90 degrees.
- Exposure to noise levels greater than 85 decibels
- Exposure to slippery and wet conditions
- This position is an onsite position.
*All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran. Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disabled/Vets. We participate in EVerify
Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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