Food Technologist, Tech Center- Caldwell, ID

Location:

Caldwell, ID, US, 83607-9221

The J.R. Simplot Company is a diverse, privately held global food and agriculture company headquartered in Boise, Idaho. We are a true farm-to-table company with an integrated portfolio including food processing and food brands, phosphate mining, fertilizer manufacturing, farming, ranching and cattle production, and other enterprises related to agriculture.

Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and technically proficient administrative support technologist to join our Research & Development team. This position is ideal for someone with a strong understanding of food science, technical documentation, and project coordination. In this role, you will provide critical support to the R&D department by managing technical documentation, assisting with product development projects, and ensuring smooth operations across cross-functional teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain product formulations within the Product Data Management (PDM) system

• Manage and document the preparation development and validation information

• Manage the database of product development reports, procedures, training tools and materials

• Work cross-functionally with sales, marketing, operations, quality assurance, engineering, purchasing, packaging, food safety and regulatory to ensure effective communication and coordination

• Maintain records for R&D Tax concession claim.

• Provide assistance to Food Technologists and other colleagues as required.

• Perform product development activities such as developing new food products with the intent to commercialize

• Communication and escalation of project progress/issues to sponsors & other stakeholders eg. Product and process risks, project milestones, road blocks.

• Understand the requirements of internal stake holders in their support of customer and consumer needs and align priorities and actions to Simplot delivery of those customers needs.

• Complete accurate and timely information for Stage gate documentation.

Typical Education

• Bachelor's Degree (B.A. or B.S.) from 4 year college or university or minimum 10 years experience in a R&D setting

Other Information

• Product Development experience with proven results in the food industry is highly regarded.

• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Demonstrated ability to develop cross-functional relationships

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook)

• Some experience with project management software and document management systems is highly regarded.

• Some experience in managing multiple projects, demonstrating sound project management skills.

• Experience in Stage Gate product innovation process is highly regarded.

• Sound technical understanding and capability

• Knowledge of Food Standard Code and Food Safety Legislation

• Some knowledge of R&D tax concession law

• Demonstrated report writing skills

• Ability to make effective decisions in a timely manner

Job Requisition ID : 20534

Travel Required : Less than 10%

Location(s) : GF Tech Center R&D - Caldwell

Country: United States

*The J.R. Simplot Company is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other protected status. *