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Apply here to be a Rich’s Product Development Scientist (Pizza Division) in Buffalo, New York: https://careers.rich.com/job/Buffalo-Scientist%2C-Pizza-Job-NY-14213-1701/438052100/

As a Scientist/Product Developer in our Pizza Division, you will join a team of talented associates and have the opportunity to make a difference from day one, both in innovating new products and in improving existing products. While working in our state-of-the-art labs and pilot plant, you will interact with Rich’s marketing and sales associates, as well as our key customers. Team members have the opportunity to not just commercialize their own new products, but, as their careers progress, to also have an impact on many of our other food categories.

Our sustained growth and focus on innovation has created the need for more top talent to join our new global technical center in Western New York.

Headquartered in the United States, Rich’s is a family owned, global food company dedicated to inspiring possibilities. From cakes and icings to pizza, appetizers and specialty toppings, our products are used in kitchens at home and in bakeries around the world. Beyond great food, we provide our customers insights that help them stay competitive, no matter their size. Rich’s portfolio includes creative solutions geared toward helping food industry professionals compete in three marketplaces: foodservice, retail, and in-store bakery and deli. The company’s history spans more than 70 years, and with more than 2,000 food products across multiple categories and annual sales now exceeding $3.7 billion, we have experienced record growth over the past decade. Meanwhile, our culture of family values is a rarity in today’s corporate environment, regardless of the industry. 

Some of the benefits we offer include an on-site, 24/7 fitness center (complete with a personal trainer), on-site day care, flexible summer and holiday hours, and endless opportunities to learn, contribute, and advance your career.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering or a master's in food science

6+ years of product development experience in bakery, dough or processed grains

Solid verbal and written communication skills, including proficiency with presentations

Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Strong passion for innovation

Please note: The candidate’s experience should include a solid record of accomplishment, demonstrated in areas such as products/processes/experimental design.

This position requires travel (up to 30% of the time) to Rich’s manufacturing plants, with the amount of travel typically determined by project.