Entry Level R&D Food Technologist

Remote Bakersfield CA - Bakersfield, CA 93309

Overview Salary Range: $70,304.00 - $73,000.00 Salary/year

For four generations, the Schuman family has earned a reputation for delivering world‑class cheese to customers around the globe. Whether importing the best cheeses from Europe, making award‑winning cheeses, or crafting inspired new products including plant‑based cheeses, Schuman Cheese has maintained its core purpose: to enhance everyday eating experiences with the highest quality cheese.

At Schuman Cheese we are seeking an R&D Technologist to join our team in Bakersfield, CA. This role will focus on supporting product‑process development / improvement and pilot testing.

• Assist the R&D team in conducting work in the areas of product‑process development / improvement and scale up as assigned.
• Conduct related physico‑chemical analytical work, sensory and shelf life studies as directed.
• Create and provide product samples for cross‑functional evaluation and for customers.
• Participate in evaluating competitor products as well as novel and alternate ingredients.
• Maintain the labs and pilot plant in a clean and excellent working condition.
• Participate in product evaluation and ideation.
• Document R&D work and prepare and submit reports maintaining confidentiality.
• Participate in product scale up at remote facilities as required.

• BS in Food Science or related field.
• One year R&D experience in dairy or food.
• Sound knowledge and understanding of food ingredients, food chemistry, analytical chemistry, rheology, shelf life, sensory studies and food safety.
• Deliver quality work within the assigned timeline.
• Quick learner with adaptability and integrity.

• Ability to taste dairy and plant based products and ingredients; identify and compare color, appearance, flavor, mouthfeel etc. for sensory evaluation and product development purpose.
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 40 lbs. of weight.
• Some travel to remote facilities, food shows and conferences.

The budgeted salary range from this position is $70,304 - $73,000, with a 10% annual bonus potential.

Our comprehensive benefit package includes:

• Health, Dental and Vision insurance
• 401(k) plan with 4.5% employer contribution
• Paid time off and holidays
• Professional development opportunities
• Employee wellness programs

Salary range is based on consideration of required qualifications, experience, education, skill, training, certifications or seniority, etc. Schuman Cheese reserves the right to offer the selected candidate or applicant an hourly rate or salary at an appropriate level to be set and determined by Schuman Cheese that is commensurate with the applicant’s qualifications, experience, education, skill, training, certifications or seniority.

We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

Schuman Cheese does not accept unsolicited resumes and will not be held liable for recruiter fees associated with unsolicited resumes.