At Sensient Technologies, we are experts in the science, art and innovation of color and flavor. We are market-savvy and visionary. We are problem solvers. And we will be better with you.
We are looking for a Process Developer to join our team. If you enjoy hands-on work in food innovation and want to help bring new products from the laboratory to production, this is a great opportunity to grow your technical skills. As a Process Developer, you will support the development of new food color products, work with laboratory and pilot plant equipment, and collaborate with technical teams to deliver innovative solutions for customers around the world. This role is based in Saint Louis and includes domestic and international travel to support production trials at partner facilities, with some trips lasting several days or weeks.
What you'll do
Support the development, testing, and scale up of new food color products and manufacturing processes.
Operate laboratory and pilot plant equipment while evaluating raw materials, product performance, and process improvements.
Assist with production trials at partner facilities by collecting data, documenting results, and collaborating with technical teams.
Maintain accurate operating procedures, quality records, and documentation that meet regulatory and quality requirements.
Work with scientists, production teams, and external partners to transfer new technologies into manufacturing.
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What you'll bring
A bachelor's degree in chemistry, food science, engineering, or a related field.
Experience working in a laboratory, manufacturing, research, or product development environment.
Hands-on experience with precision fermentation and downstream processing, including experience developing, optimizing, or scaling downstream processes.
Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to manage multiple projects.
A collaborative mindset and the ability to work effectively across laboratory, pilot plant, and manufacturing environments.
Flexibility to travel for domestic and international production trials, including extended trips when needed.
What you'll get
Opportunity to collaborate with your colleagues, onsite 5 days per week
An excellent salary, benefit offering and development opportunities
A thorough and effective training experience during onboarding and beyond
About Sensient
Sensient Technologies Corporation is a leading global manufacturer and marketer of colors, flavors, and extracts. Sensient employs advanced technologies at facilities around the world to develop specialty food and beverage systems, cosmetic and pharmaceutical systems, specialty colors, and other specialty and fine chemicals. The Company's customers include major international manufacturers representing most of the world's best-known brands. About Sensient Colors: Sensient Colors is a leading developer, producer, and supplier of natural and synthetic color systems for customers around the globe. The Company's high-performance products play a vital role in the manufacture of foods and beverages, cosmetic and pharmaceutical colors and coatings, and colors for agricultural uses, household cleaners and paper products. SPONSORSHP: Due to our inability to offer visa sponsorship, we can only consider candidates who are authorized to work in (country) without the need for employment visa sponsorship. THIRD PARTY AGENCY: Any unsolicited submissions received from recruitment agencies will be considered property of Sensient Technologies, and we will not be liable for any fees or obligations related to those submissions.
Sensient is an Equal Opportunity Employer, headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA.
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