Application Technologist II

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As an Application Technologist II, you will support the Prepared Foods Application Team in accomplishing assigned commercial briefs by preparing several savory applications. You'll 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

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:

• Bachelor's degree in Food Science with 2-3 years of experience in a food applications lab, production, or related area (preferred), OR Master's degree in Food Science with 0-1 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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At Givaudan, you contribute to delightful taste and scent experiences that touch people's 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 individual's voice is valued and has the power to shape our world. Join us in making a difference together.