Associate R&D Technologist

. Support research projects and document critical findings .

Posted 10/9/2026full-timeUnited StatesJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

Key responsibilities & impact

Support research projects and document critical findings
Contribute to cost optimization through formulation and processing improvements
Create product prototypes and support future development initiatives
Identify and approve potential ingredient and manufacturing suppliers
Support development of new products and line extensions from bench-top concepts through commercialization
Conduct pilot plant tests and production trials
Generate viable prototypes and refine formulations for improved product quality
Collaborate with R&D team members on hands-on innovation and product development
Manage product formulations using an online database system
Create and adjust recipes to meet development needs
Maintain project files, specifications, and key product data
Collaborate with Business, Marketing, Sales, Manufacturing, and Engineering teams
Document and organize product reviews and communicate project progress to stakeholders
Develop skills through training, hands-on experience, and understanding USDA/FDA regulations
Perform other duties as assigned

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Food Science or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience, required
Currently enrolled Bachelor's degree college student with anticipated graduation by end of the current semester/quarter may qualify
Strong scientific knowledge of meat, non-meat ingredients, and their functionality
Ability to work with pilot plant equipment with minimal supervision
Proficient in online work systems and product development software tools
Continuously improves and updates food/meat science and product development skills
Understanding of current plant process systems
Ability to complete required applicable forms in English; ability to read and write in English
Ability to multitask
Strong interpersonal, communication, organizational, and time management skills
May require travel up to 10–40%, depending on location
Ability to work in office and plant settings, including wet or humid conditions, extreme cold and heat, moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, and chemicals
Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds
Specific vision abilities including close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus
Frequently able to stand, sit, walk, use hands, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, talk, and hear

Comp & perks