Senior Food Scientist

Reporting to the Manager, Research & Development, the Senior Food Scientist leads Griffith Foods Canada’s Research & Development projects to develop new and optimized products for key clients that support the overall Griffith Foods business strategy.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities: 

• Manages R&D projects and conducts ongoing scientific experiments contributing to new products and technologies.
• Offers recommendations for new products, processes, techniques, or solutions.
• Operates specialized equipment, evaluate materials and products, and assists in production trials as required.
• Communicates professionally with all departments, clients, and suppliers.
• Maintains GLP's, GMP's, and accurate laboratory records.
• Provides leadership and training to more junior scientists.
• Participates in sensory panels.
• Leads or participates in customer presentations.
• Leads or participates in internal cross-functional teams to complete special projects as assigned.
• Responsible for maintaining the security of all information regarding product formulas and related confidential information.
• Ensures a clean and safe work environment.
• Complies with all product safety, regulatory, and quality requirements, and with all company policies and procedures.
• Performs other duties as required.

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor of Sciences degree in Food Science or related technical degree. 
• 5+ years of relevant experience in Research and Development or related experience within the food industry. 
• Experience working with Food Service/QSR and Seafood Processors is considered an asset.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to operate specialized processing equipment and instruments is preferred.
• Travel as required.