Manufacturing Food Scientist, Lakeland

Manufacturing Food Scientist, Lakeland | Publix Super Markets, Inc. The Manufacturing Food Scientist enhances the Research and Development (R&D) functions for Manufacturing, including current methods of processing, storing, and distributing products using chemistry, microbiology, engineering, and other sciences. This position is responsible for applying food science knowledge to determine the best ways to process, package, store, and distribute safe food products. Primary Responsibilities Evaluating and improving composition, methods of processing, storing, and distributing Manufacturing products by: Using chemistry, microbiology, engineering, and other sciences to study the principles underlying the processing and deterioration of product Analyzing food content to determine levels of vitamins, fat, sugar, and protein for special projects including new products Researching historically sound processes and new and emerging technologies to make processed products safe and healthy Developing new and updating existing products and product categories produced by Manufacturing Troubleshooting existing products produced by Manufacturing Coordinating high priority projects involving the R&D department Answering technical questions, regarding ingredient functionality and interactions and food safety and shelf life enhancements, from the RBU, plant management, Manufacturing/Supply Purchasing (MSP), Publix customers, etc Required Qualifications: PhD in Food Science or related field or equivalent combination of formal training/certification and professional work experience 5 years in a food manufacturing research and development role HACCP Certification Knowledge of food production and processing including raw materials, production processes, and quality control Knowledge of ingredient functionality a