POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:
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To execute strategies for advancing technical capabilities of the Citrus Center
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To support Takasago’s global flavor and fragrance (R&D and Creative) communities by identifying/ evaluating raw material streams and providing process/equipment design input
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Execute technical transfer of newly-developed products/technologies through pilot and process scale into commercially-viable manufacturing
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Contribute to the design of pilot- and production-scale manufacturing processes, equipment and systems in the key areas of natural product separation, isolation, extraction, and reaction
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Serve as technical liaison on manufacturing process information to ensure research protocols are properly deployed and followed
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Travel (5%) to Takasago affiliates (interfacing with colleagues and deploying products/technologies) and suppliers/clients (offering technical support and partnership engagement) as required
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To support Takasago’s global operational facilities by providing continual process optimization input
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Assist/troubleshoot the scale up of new citrus-related products for all manufacturing plants including Fit for Manufacturing (FFM) reviews
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Execute all phases (design/acquisition/installation/commission/training) of new equipment and process implementation
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Assist Maintenance, Production, and QC/QA in troubleshooting of equipment/process issues
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Ensure plant safety by way of safe equipment/process design, following safety procedures/policies (i.e. PSM, LOTO, etc.) and taking part in safety studies (i.e. PHAs, JSAs, Root Cause Analysis, etc.)
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To execute the analytical support function of the Citrus Center
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Ensure current instrumentation is operable in order to analyze incoming raw materials, in-process intermediates, and finished products
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Ensure methodologies are transferred and aligned with Takasago affiliates
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To support daily functions and personnel located in Florida facilities
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Perform all functions while following all safety and quality requirements
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Manage Quality Control for Citrus Production Center
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Operate, review data, and perform routine maintenance on analytical equipment
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Fulfill requests for sample shipments and assist with product shipments
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Other duties as needed
EDUCATION:
Minimum B.S. in Sciences (Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Food Science)
EXPERIENCE:
5-10 years in a citrus flavor manufacturing and/or laboratory environments supporting Process Development, Pilot Plant, Manufacturing, Research, or Product Commercialization. Experience/knowledge of CAD process design and engineering schematics to support process development to commercialize processes. Hands-on operation of analytical instrumentation (gas/liquid chromatography).
TRAINING:
Lean and/or Six Sigma a strong plus. Process Safety Management a plus.
SPECIAL SKILLS:
Proficient problem-solving and analytical skills; strong communication and presentation capabilities; enthusiastic and energetic personality who can work well with others. Indication of strong abilities and desire to commercialize new materials, products and technologies.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The candidate should be able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs. The position requires occasionally pushing, pulling or lifting equipment, lifting and/or pouring ingredients or other activities to facilitate the use of rental/research/plant equipment and/or for troubleshooting, commissioning or optimization purposes.
WORK CONDITIONS: The Citrus Technology Scientist will work in various places such as, but not limited to: manufacturing plants, laboratories, and offices within Takasago and Peace River Citrus Products. This will include working in areas of moderate noise level and high/low temperatures.
Compliance with all legal and other obligations of Takasago International Corporation (U.S.A.) EH&S policies, procedures, protocols is applicable to all work tasks performed. Consistent application of “ISO 14001 Environment Management System” and “ ISO 45001 Occupational Health and Safety Management System” standards applicable to employee’s responsibilities is also required.
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“Must follow all GMP, HACCP and Food Safety rules and standards.”
