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California Custom Fruits and Flavors lists this Flavor Technologist opportunity in irwindale, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
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Job DescriptionAbout California Custom Fruits and Flavors
Founded in 1986, California Custom Fruits & Flavors (“CCFF”) is a leading developer and manufacturer of custom-formulated specialty ingredients & flavors. CCFF develops tailored solutions for its diverse customer base of brands, retailers, and co-manufacturers across numerous food products and channels. With world-class facilities in California and Indiana, CCFF has served as a leading partner and innovator of industry-leading flavors and formulations for nearly four decades.
CCFF is backed by Peak Rock Capital, a leading middle-market private investment firm that makes equity and debt investments in companies in North America and Europe. Peak Rock‘s equity investment platform focuses on opportunities where it can support senior management to drive rapid growth and performance improvement, with expertise in corporate carve-outs and partnering with families and founders seeking first-time institutional capital.
About the role:
Looking for a full-time and driven candidate, preferably with flavor compounding experience. Assist Flavor Chemist with new and existing flavor projects.
Responsibilities:
Accurately weigh and compound keys and flavors according to the formulas
Maintaining, organizing, cleaning and stocking supplies in the flavor lab and flavor library
Generating and maintaining documentation; product specifications, nutritionals, safety data sheets, etc.
Assist Flavor Chemist with receiving, setting up flavoring ingredients for evaluation.
Participate in organoleptic evaluations of flavors in application and in finished product.
Prepare samples for customers, including packing and shipping
Follow all safety policies, food safety standards and procedures
Developing knowledge of aroma chemicals, essential oils, and other flavor ingredients
Candidate Requirements:
Bachelor of Science degree; Food Science, Chemistry, Biology or related scientific discipline required and/or at least three-year prior workplace laboratory experience
Ability to use sensory skills (taste and smell) for evaluation
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with ability to collaborate with R&D, Sales, Purchasing, Quality Assurance and other cross-functional teams
Strong organization and problem-solving skills
Ability to multitask while maintaining excellent attention to detail and accuracy
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and perform other duties as assigned
Complete projects in a timely manner
Why Join Us:
Be part of a mission-driven food company focused on quality and innovation
Competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for career growth
Supportive and collaborative work culture
Commitment to sustainability, food safety, and ethical sourcing
Equal Employment Opportunity
All candidates are subject to a criminal background check and standard drug screen. All offers are contingent upon favorable results. California Custom Fruits and Flavors is committed to recruiting, selecting, and developing employees based on individual ability and job performance.
nCompany DescriptionAbout California Custom Fruits and Flavors
Founded in 1986, California Custom Fruits & Flavors (“CCFF”) is a leading developer and manufacturer of custom-formulated specialty ingredients & flavors. CCFF develops tailored solutions for its diverse customer base of brands, retailers, and co-manufacturers across numerous food products and channels. With world-class facilities in California and Indiana, CCFF has served as a leading partner and innovator of industry-leading flavors and formulations for nearly four decades.
CCFF is backed by Peak Rock Capital, a leading middle-market private investment firm that makes equity and debt investments in companies in North America and Europe. Peak Rock‘s equity investment platform focuses on opportunities where it can support senior management to drive rapid growth and performance improvement, with expertise in corporate carve-outs and partnering with families and founders seeking first-time institutional capital.
Company Description
About California Custom Fruits and Flavors nFounded in 1986, California Custom Fruits & Flavors (“CCFF”) is a leading developer and manufacturer of custom-formulated specialty ingredients & flavors. CCFF develops tailored solutions for its diverse customer base of brands, retailers, and co-manufacturers across numerous food products and channels. With world-class facilities in California and Indiana, CCFF has served as a leading partner and innovator of industry-leading flavors and formulations for nearly four decades. n nCCFF is backed by Peak Rock Capital, a leading middle-market private investment firm that makes equity and debt investments in companies in North America and Europe. Peak Rock‘s equity investment platform focuses on opportunities where it can support senior management to drive rapid growth and performance improvement, with expertise in corporate carve-outs and partnering with families and founders seeking first-time institutional capital. n
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