Flavor Chemist Lab Assistant
7 days ago
San Fernando
Job Description Seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Flavor Trainee to join our team. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual to utilize a degree in food science or a related field and/or significant hands-on experience in a flavor or food lab setting. This position will assist in the development and preparation of flavors under the supervision of the Senior Flavor Chemist. This entry-level role is ideal for candidates with a strong interest in flavor development. GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES: The Flavor Trainee will be in charge of formula compounding, sensory, analytical and follow up documentation of flavors. General lab duties in flavor development lab, compounding, raw material procurement, management and restocking as needed. This individual must maintain a positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating in ways that foster good relationships with those inside and outside the company, while achieving and enhancing performance standards. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: • Ability to compound simple to complex formulas with speed and accuracy while maintaining lab safety and proper PPE. Basic flavor modifications with substitution of raw materials, diluents or attribute change., • Ability to compound simple liquid blends, emulsions and spray dried flavors., • Understand and utility of the following equipment: density meter, pH meter, overhead stirrers, high shear mixer, homogenizer and spray dryer., • Creation of technical documentation as needed. This description reflects the principal functions of the job for the purpose of job evaluation. It should not be construed as a detailed description of all work requirements of the job, nor should it be construed as giving exclusive responsibility for functions described. REQUIREMENTS: • BS degree in food science, chemistry, or related disciplines., • Minimum 1-3 years’ experience in a flavor lab, or other product development experience., • Detail oriented, and good organizational skills., • Collaborate and cooperate in a team environment. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: • Must be able to work in a production and lab environment., • Ability to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally or as needed., • Mobility: Walking, standing, sitting, stooping, climbing, or bending., • Lifting and Carrying: The weight of objects that must be lifted, carried, pushed, or pulled. Company DescriptionAFF manufactures custom juice and flavor blends for a wide variety of industrial users worldwide. Companies come to us for the latest and best ingredient blends and flavor systems for their products. In business over 50 years, we have two manufacturing plants and a distribution warehouse in Southern California. On April 1, 2016, American Fruits and Flavors was acquired by Monster Energy Company which expanded American Fruits and Flavors’ resources, significantly. American Fruits and Flavors, LLC is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment upon any basis prohibited by law, including race, color, creed, religion, age, sex, national origin, cancer, genetic characteristics, genetic information, pregnancy, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or disability. None of the questions or information sought in this application is intended to discriminate based upon any status protected by law. Compensation Range: Actual salary/hourly wages are determined upon a variety of factors such as level of experience, skills, education and /or certifications, location, and position level **AFF manufactures custom juice and flavor blends for a wide variety of industrial users worldwide. Companies come to us for the latest and best ingredient blends and flavor systems for their products. In business over 50 years, we have two manufacturing plants and a distribution warehouse in Southern California. On April 1, 2016, American Fruits and Flavors was acquired by Monster Energy Company which expanded American Fruits and Flavors’ resources, significantly.\r\n \r\nAmerican Fruits and Flavors, LLC is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment upon any basis prohibited by law, including race, color, creed, religion, age, sex, national origin, cancer, genetic characteristics, genetic information, pregnancy, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or disability. None of the questions or information sought in this application is intended to discriminate based upon any status protected by law.\r\nCompensation Range: Actual salary/hourly wages are determined upon a variety of factors such as level of experience, skills, education and /or certifications, location, and position level **