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Food Process Development Scientist

Chicago, IL 60642

Posted: 05/15/2025 Industry: General / Other - General Job Number: 14442 Pay Rate: 34.00-41.00

Job Description


RIGHTSTONE IS HIRING! We are looking for Food Process Development Scientist to join our team in Chicago IL 60642 with $34-41/hr. Pay for a 12-month contract, temp to hire. You will join a dynamic R&D team focused on developing and scaling food products from concept to production. In this role, you ll lead pilot plant trials, ensure regulatory compliance, optimize processing conditions, and support the delivery of safe, high-quality products. This is a unique opportunity to collaborate with global teams, work with cutting-edge technologies, and gain exposure to both domestic and international manufacturing operations. Requires Bachelor s degree in Food Engineering, Food Technology, or Chemical Engineering with Minimum 2 years of experience in food or CPG R&D environments, APPLY NOW




Key Responsibilities: 
  • Manage and execute pilot-scale food processing trials aligned with GMP, FDA, and internal safety standards
  • Work cross-functionally with R&D, engineering, and operations to ensure equipment functionality and process alignment
  • Coordinate trial planning and scale-up activities at pilot and factory levels, translating lab ideas into full-scale production
  • Apply expertise in unit operations (mixing, sterilization, retort, packaging) to optimize performance and efficiency
  • Maintain detailed records and reports, ensuring compliance with regulatory and quality standards




Requirements:
  • Bachelor s degree in Food Engineering, Food Technology, or Chemical Engineering
  • Minimum 2 years of experience in food or CPG R&D environments
  • Hands-on knowledge of sterilization, retort processing, and food safety principles
  • Must have reliable vehicle travel to Chicago required once per week
  • Strong communicator with excellent coordination and technical documentation skills
  • Ability to work both independently and as part of a cross-functional team




RightStone is a strategic partner that works with our clients to place the highest caliber of talent for a wide range of industries and skill sets. For over 23 years RightStone has assisted organizations in attracting, recruiting, and placing qualified candidates quickly for contract, contract to hire, and direct hire opportunities. The right candidates are the most critical aspect of who RightStone is. If you are that candidate, we are interested in speaking with you! 

 

RightStone is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, creed, gender, religion, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sex, genetic information, sexual orientation, military and veteran status or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws. 

 

RightStone is committed to compliance with all applicable laws providing equal employment opportunities. This commitment applies to all persons involved in Company operations and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee of the Company, including supervisors, coworkers, independent contractors and other third parties.



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