Food Scientist Job Listing at Kelly Services in Rock Hill, SC (Job ID US3538839_BH9337271)

Description

Position: Research & Development Food Scientist
Location: Rock Hill, SC
Industry: Food Manufacturing / Distribution
Salary Range: $80,000 – $85,000/year
Job Type: Full-Time

Overview:

We are seeking a passionate and innovative R&D Food Scientist with expertise in dry seasoning blends and functional food ingredients. This role plays a critical part in driving new product development, reformulation, and flavor innovation to meet customer needs and emerging market trends. The ideal candidate will be technically skilled, detail-oriented, and thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop innovative seasoning blends and functional ingredient systems from concept to commercialization.

• Match existing formulas while adhering to specific dietary or regulatory constraints (e.g., Certified Organic, Non-GMO).

• Support sample creation and modifications based on customer feedback and internal evaluations.

• Perform hands-on blending and precise ingredient weighing using gram scales.

• Conduct sensory and functional evaluations on new ingredients and finished products.

• Collaborate closely with Sales, Production, Quality, and external suppliers.

• Manage multiple R&D projects simultaneously with minimal supervision.

• Maintain accurate documentation of formulas, testing, and results.

• Use software tools such as SAP, Genesis, and ReposiTrak for formulation, nutritional analysis, and ingredient tracking.

• Attend customer presentations and support technical discussions as needed.

• Ensure food safety and compliance with GMP, FDA, and company policies.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Culinology, Chemistry, or related field.

• 5–7 years of hands-on R&D experience in food manufacturing, particularly with dry blends, meat/protein systems, or flavor development.

• Strong working knowledge of food ingredients, functionality, and regulatory labeling.

• Experience developing products under Certified Organic and Non-GMO Project standards is highly desirable.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, with additional experience in SAP and Genesis Nutrition software preferred.

• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.

• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and in cross-functional teams.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements:

• Laboratory and production floor setting with moderate to high noise levels.

• Frequent standing, occasional walking, climbing, reaching, and manual handling of materials.

• Must follow all GMP and safety protocols.

• Clear verbal and written communication in English is required.

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

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About Kelly

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