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Associate R&D Technologist

Smithfield, VA, US💼 Full-time💰 $52,500–$52,500🗓 2026-09-25

Core

Support R&D projects to drive innovation and efficiency in food product development, from bench-top concepts to commercialization.

Role type

Associate R&D Technologist (Food Science)

Builds

Product prototypes and line extensions for commercialization

Domain

Food Science / Meat Processing

Deliverable

product features

Required skills

Food science knowledge, meat ingredient functionality, pilot plant equipment operation, formulation management, data management, cross-functional collaboration, regulatory compliance (USDA/FDA)

Preferred skills

None stated

Technologies

Online database systems, product development software tools

Responsibilities

Conduct pilot plant tests and production trials; manage product formulations and recipes; document project files and specifications; collaborate with cross-functional teams; identify and approve ingredient/manufacturing suppliers

Seniority

Entry-level, hands-on IC

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