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Associate Scientist II

Columbus, OH 43219

Posted: 10/04/2022 Employment Type: Contract Job Category: Scientific Job Number: 515576-1 Is job remote?: No Country: United States

Job Description


JOB DESCRIPTION

 

Primary Function
  • Support the development of nutritional liquid, powder and bar products for global markets.

 

Major Responsibilities
  • Manufacture product in pilot facilities (create manufacturing instructions, order and weigh ingredients, assemble batches for processing and fill into containers)
  • Coordinate analytical testing of product (prepare testing protocols, review test results, perform unit conversions)
  • Conduct product evaluations (powder oxidation and scoop delivery studies, in process testing of pH, viscosity and total solids)
  • Assist in executing experimental designs to optimize the nutrient, microbiological, organoleptic, and physical quality of new and/or improved products while adhering to relevant internal and external constraints.
  • Interpret and share results with product development team for further consideration.
  • Collaborate and participate in cross-functional business team meetings, as appropriate.

 

Skills Required
  • Strong verbal and written technical communication skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.
  • Ability to sit for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours per day).
  • Ability to stand for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours per day).
  • Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50lbs.

 

Education
  • BS in Food Science or related scientific field with 0-3 years relevant experience.   An internship or equivalent experience at a food company is a plus.

The staffing industry has seen an increase in people falsely representing themselves as recruiters to gather personal information from job seekers. For your safety, do not provide sensitive data to anyone you have not spoken with thoroughly and never provide banking information during the application process. Candidate safety is a top priority at Planet Pharma.

Planet Pharma and The Planet Group of Companies are equal opportunity employers. It is our practice not to discriminate against any employee or applicant based on any criteria, condition or basis protected by laws or regulations in the locations where we do business. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. We celebrate diversity and are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect. We believe that diversity, equity and inclusion enable us to better meet our mission and values while serving our clients across the globe. If you have a disability or handicap and would like us to accommodate you in any reasonable way, please inform your recruiter, or contact us, so that we can discuss the appropriate alternatives available.

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Although this hasn't been an issue at Planet Pharma, the staffing industry has seen an increase in people falsely representing themselves as recruiters to gather personal information from job seekers. For your safety, do not provide sensitive data to anyone you have not spoken with thoroughly and never provide banking information during the application process. Candidate safety is a top priority at Planet Pharma.