Tyson Foods - Corporate - Springdale, AR
posted 3 days ago
Full-time - Entry Level
Corporate - Springdale, AR
Food Manufacturing
About the position
This position is responsible for developing and commercializing new and improved products and or processes through guidance from their manager. This covers all stages of product development and process development including writing new product specifications and ensuring regulatory labeling and food safety requirements are met.
Responsibilities
- Develop samples prototypes of new products
- Modify existing products
- Optimize existing products
- Develop specifications for product production
- Labeling and compiling cost analysis information
- Leverage knowledge related to ingredients, product formulation, and food processing
- Coordinate with suppliers of ingredients
- Ensure smooth start-up for new product production processes
- Complete special projects as needed
Requirements
- Education: Bachelors in Food Science, Bakery Science, or Meat Science preferred
- Experience: PhD or M.S with no experience; B.S. with minimum of 3 years of relevant experience; No degree with minimum of 8 years relevant experience
- Computer Skills: Excellent computer skills with ability to fully utilize MS Office products and Tyson systems or like systems
- Communication Skills: Good verbal and written communication skills; Presentation skills required; Ability to effectively communicate with cross functional business partners
- Special Skills: Strong critical thinking, analytical and problem-solving skills; Strong project management skills; Strong numerical skills
Benefits
- Paid time off
- 401(k) plans
- Affordable health benefits
- Life insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Prescription drug benefits
