Food Scientist

Ajinomoto Health & Nutrition North America, Inc.

Food Scientist assisting in product development utilizing ingredient portfolio to solve customer challenges. Collaborating on sensory evaluations and documenting processes related to food product testing.

Posted 7/15/2026full-timeItasca • Illinois • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $97,000 - $101,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in food science and product development, with a focus on sensory evaluations and adherence to quality programs. Capable of mentoring junior employees and managing short-term projects effectively.

Highest-signal resume keywords

BS In Food ScienceProduct DevelopmentSensory EvaluationGMP ComplianceTechnical Expertise In Food Science

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Hard Skills

Math SkillsScience SkillsDocumenting ProcessesShelf-Life StudiesStandard Operating Protocols

Soft Skills

MentoringCollaborationSafety OrientationAbility To Take Directions

Tools & Technologies

PLM Database SystemTechnical Equipment

Industry Keywords

Food ScienceSoupsBrothsQuality ProgramsAllergen Programs

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist in the product development process across a diverse set of categories
Utilize our ingredient portfolio to solve for customer interests and challenges
Document processes, formulas, ingredients, and results related to production tests, samples and product evaluations
Responsible for entering raw materials into PLM database system
Perform all work in accordance with Ajinomoto GMP, Allergen, and Quality Programs
Mentor and onboard more junior-level employees
Apply technical expertise in food science to ideate and develop product/concepts/prototypes
Conduct sensory evaluations of new products in collaboration with the sensory department
Participate on sensory panels helping other technical personnel with their work
Conduct and participate in shelf-life studies for Ajinomoto products
Write standard operating protocols for analytical methods and use of technical equipment
Manage and advance short-term, 2-4 week projects
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

BS in Food Science, Foods and Nutrition, or a related field of study
Experience in food, with an added focus on soups & broths.
Product development a plus
Strong math and science-related technical skills
Transfer scientific knowledge to practical applications
Must be safety oriented
May be asked to travel occasionally
Will be directed by senior peers
Must be able to take directions

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive Pay and Annual Bonus Opportunity
401(k) with Company Contributions
Medical, Dental, and Vision — Effective Day 1
Paid Time Off, Company Holidays, and Floating Holidays
Paid Parental Leave
Wellness Programs and Yearly Wellness Reimbursement
Work Flexibility
Company-Paid Life and Disability Insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Tuition Reimbursement Opportunities
Career Growth and Development within a Global Organization
Company-Provided Mental Health and Caregiving support