Senior Food Scientist – 1016879

?Are you a curious and creative Food Scientist with a passion for health, wellness, and botanical ingredients? This is your chance to join a?global leader in premium botanical, tea, and herbal solutions, trusted by the world?s top food, beverage, and wellness brands. With nearly a century of expertise and a deep commitment to innovation and responsible sourcing, this organization transforms nature?s finest into powerful, health-forward ingredients that inspire.?Since 1930, our client has been synonymous with botanical excellence. Now, they have a?rare opportunity?for a?hands-on Food Scientist?to join their?dynamic team?in Secaucus, NJ. In this role, you'll take the lead in?designing, developing, and scaling?new food and beverage concepts that tap into the full potential of teas, herbals, and functional botanicals. Working cross-functionally with R&D, Sales, and Operations, you?ll help deliver innovative, clean-label solutions that bring wellness to life.?What You'll DoLead formulation and prototype development of food and beverage products showcasing functional botanicals, teas, and herbals.Drive process development and scale-up, providing technical guidance to internal teams and manufacturing partners.Collaborate with Sales and directly support customer innovation projects from concept through production.Develop tailored prototypes for target clients and strategic accounts.Oversee operations support to improve product efficiencies, resolve formulation challenges, and maintain quality standards.Ensure full compliance with food safety, regulatory, and quality guidelines.Operate lab equipment, maintain sample inventory, and manage the ingredient stockroom.Monitor and interpret evolving regulatory requirements; prepare necessary documentation and permit applications.Act as an innovative partner?contributing ideas, solving problems, and sharing best practices across departments.?What We're Looking ForBachelor's degree in Food Science, Chemistry, Food or Chemical Engineering.Minimum?5 years of experience?in product development, formulation, or food ingredient R&D.Strong working knowledge of?SAP software?is preferred.Proven expertise in lab-based development and formulation of food and beverage applications.Experience with?botanical, tea, herbal, or wellness-based ingredients?is a strong plus.The ability to optimize plant-based ingredients for taste, texture, stability, and nutritional benefit.Familiarity with?Food Service or CPG environments?is a bonus.Strong communication, project management, and problem-solving abilities.A collaborative mindset with the ability to thrive in a cross-functional, fast-paced setting.Willingness to travel occasionally (local and overnight as needed).Must be authorized to work in the U.S.?without the need for visa sponsorship.?Why You?ll Love It HereCompetitive compensation and full?health benefits?(Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA/HSA)401(k)?with generous company matchCompany-paid?Life and Disability InsuranceMonthly?fitness stipend?to support your wellness goals?Interested in this Opportunity? Submit an Application Package by clicking on APPLY TO THIS POSITION.