Encapsulation Scientist MINC

MANE is a 5th generation French family-owned business known for innovation and progress in the world of Flavors and Fragrance. As sensation enthusiasts, we strive to provide exceptional moments in people’s daily lives through the timeless flavors and fragrances we create. With our passion, creativity, and innovation, “We capture what moves”.

COMPANY: MANE INC

POSITION:Encapsulation Scientist

FLSA Classification: Exempt

GENERAL SCOPE: The Encapsulation Scientist will develop and lead encapsulation projects at MANE for internal R&D initiatives, Category Management, and Sales. This position allows for creative encapsulation development alongside robust scientific development. The Encapsulation Scientist will work in a collaborative manner with internal local and global Innovation Committees to further influence global technology platforms. Your tool set will include all food grade materials & a range of process equipment such as spray dryers, multi-stage dryers, fluid bed dryers / coaters, wet chemistry based processes & various analytical equipment / techniques. This position offers the unique opportunity to execute on technical matters while establishing cross-functional teams & presenting / interfacing with external customers to support Sales initiatives. The position offers high visibility & the ability to grow leadership skills while creating unique encapsulation systems.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for building and managing technical projects for Mane business partners such as Category Management & Sales.
• Responsible for building and managing technical projects for the global Innovation Committee ensuring global connectivity & highlighting local technical needs.
• Responsible for creating cross-functional teams to solve flavor & food applications challenges.
• Responsible for creatively developing new encapsulation systems which provide technical & commercial value to the Mane organization meeting project regulatory, cost, & performance guidelines.
• Support Sales based initiatives by traveling and presenting Mane capabilities at customers &/or at targeted technical / commercial conferences.
• Work with Operations & Engineering teams to scale up & transfer technologies to various manufacturing sites.
• Stay current with advances in encapsulation, processing & competitor products / technologies.
• Manage and mentor priorities of at least one technician up to 50% of the time with potential for 100%.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• A Bachelors degree or higher in Chemistry, Engineering, Chemical Technology or related field with a minimum of 2 years experience. Industry experience in encapsulation a strong plus & preferably in flavor/fragrance industry.
• Experience with process equipment such as spray dryers, high shear mixers, fluid bed dryers.
• A general understanding of chemical & engineering based concepts such as partition coefficients, material science, equipment scaling models.
• The ability to learn analytical concepts & perform techniques such as Particle Size Analysis, DSC, Vapor Sorptive Analysis & UV-VIS.
• Excellent verbal & written communication skills. Must feel comfortable to present & work with senior management, external customers & vendors.
• Must be detail oriented & possess strong mathematical skills.
• Proficient in experimental designs
• Ability to multi-task & prioritize.
• Ability and passion for mentoring.

PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS:

• Self-directed & self-motivated
• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Strong project management, organizational, communication & interpersonal skills.
• Must be competent in encapsulation, technical sciences, safety & project management.
• Must be open minded person with the ability to adjust to a rapidly changing work environment.
• Positive approach to challenges & good communication skills.
• Professional & personable working relationship with internal customers.
• Have an ability to work in a cross-functional team aligning technical practices with business directions.
• Creative problem solver

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Ability to lift 50 pounds

MANE offers above average benefits including 3 weeks of paid time off and 4 weeks of PTO after just 1 year of employment. In addition, we offer paid holidays and several days off during a year-end shut down. In addition, we offer several medical plans that also include dental and vision coverage. We also provide a discretionary component to our retirement/401(k) plan that provides 7.25% of your base pay yearly into your 401(k) account after 1,000 hours of service. MANE is known for having an employee focused culture that includes “Employee Appreciation & Recognition Events”, “Tuition Reimbursement” and “Employee Assistance Programs” among other programs. See for yourself why employees enjoy working at MANE!

MANE is an equal opportunity employer

DEC2023