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Certified Flavor Chemist
Job in
Chicago, Cook County, Illinois, 60290, USA
Listed on 2026-01-22
Listing for:
The People Co.
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-01-22
Job specializations:
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Research/Development
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Science
Food Production
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Our client is a provider of flavorings and ingredient solutions to the food, beverage, and nutraceutical industries. This position is responsible for formulating, testing, and evaluating flavor compounds and blends to meet the diverse needs of our clients and products. You will collaborate closely with cross‑functional teams, including product development, quality assurance, and regulatory compliance, to ensure that all flavor formulations align with industry standards and consumer preferences.
Job Responsibilities:- Create and formulate new flavor profiles for a variety of food and beverage products, ensuring they meet customer specifications and market trends.
- Conduct sensory testing and analysis of flavors to evaluate their performance in different applications, using both quantitative and qualitative methods.
- Work directly with customers to finalize customer projects as is required.
- Maintain accurate records of formulations, experimental data, and sensory evaluations, and prepare comprehensive reports summarizing findings and recommendations.
- Work closely with cross‑functional teams, including product development, marketing, and production, to support the successful launch and optimization of new flavors.
- Provide technical support and training to internal teams and clients on flavor properties, applications, and trends.
- Collaborate with ingredient suppliers and vendors to source high‑quality raw materials and explore new flavor ingredients.
- Ensure that all flavor formulations adhere to safety standards and regulatory compliance, including labeling and allergen management.
- Aid in training Flavor Apprentice(s) in preparation for testing with the Society of Flavor Chemists.
- Degree in food science, physical sciences, or related field required.
- Desired 7+ years of flavor development experience and a certified member of the Society of Flavor Chemists.
- Experience with the creation and scaling of reaction flavors.
- Preferred experience in Flavor formula entry in Sage X3, E‑Book File, and Product Vision is highly desirable.
- An attractive salary, and benefit package.
- An amazing opportunity to grow your career with an industry leader.
If you are someone that is ideal for this position, please submit your resume in Microsoft Word format. We look forward to hearing from you.
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