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Renowned mustard and vinegar manufacturing facility committed to delivering high-quality products to our customers. With a rich history and a focus on traditional craftsmanship, we are seeking a skilled Fermentation Specialist to join our team. This role is crucial to maintaining the exceptional quality and flavor profiles of our mustard and vinegar products.
You will play a key role in overseeing the fermentation processes for mustard and vinegar production. The ideal candidate will have expertise in fermentation science, a deep understanding of microbial processes, and the ability to ensure consistency and quality in our products. This is a salaried opportunity with a typical start time of 7am. This is a 100% on-site role. Pay is determined based on experience and quality of interview.
What you will do:
- Fermentation Process Management: Oversee and manage the fermentation processes for mustard and vinegar production, ensuring optimal conditions for microbial growth and product development.
- Quality Control: Implement and maintain rigorous quality control measures to ensure consistency, flavor profile, and overall quality of mustard and vinegar products.
- Microbial Cultivation: Cultivate and manage microbial cultures essential for fermentation processes, including monitoring their health and viability.
- Process Optimization: Continuously evaluate and optimize fermentation processes to improve efficiency, yield, and product quality.
- Collaboration: Work collaboratively with production, quality assurance, and research and development teams to achieve production goals, innovate, and resolve any fermentation-related issues.
- Compliance: Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and safety protocols related to fermentation processes in the food manufacturing industry while maintaining accurate records.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in microbiology, food-science, biology, biochemistry, or chemistry preferred or one plus year related experience in a lab or food manufacturing facility.
- Proven experience in fermentation processes.
- In-depth knowledge of microbial cultures, fermentation kinetics, and quality control in food production.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
- Detail-oriented with a commitment to maintaining high-quality standards.
- Familiarity with relevant regulations and industry best practices.
