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Position Summary

• This position performs small scale tests in benefit of continuous improvement of costs and quality of finished products. Once the small-scale tests are approved, this position then implements on the large-scale process, assuring the process conditions and procedures are being followed.

Job Functions

• Implementation of procedures, ingredients and materials towards the improvement of quality and product cost. The implementation process involves every step of the operation from the receiving of raw materials to the packing of finished product, as well as documenting the process variables that might render a product out of compliance.
• Implementation of procedures, ingredients and materials towards the production of new products complying with the expectations of Consumers, Clients, Marketing and Sales.
• Testing of new ingredients in small-scale, controlled environments. In certain occasions it is necessary the testing of small batches to avoid disruptions in the manufacturing plant due to the use of new flavors or ingredients; these small-scale tests are usually performed in pilot plant.
• Follow-up of laboratory results of new products and trend plotting. Once there is the implementation of a new product, it is important to track the chemistry test results in order to build the upper and lower limits for a specific parameter, and upon those limits, to verify the adherence to the specifications for the measured parameter (i.e. %salt, %fat, %protein)
• Enforcement of the Product's Standard Technical Instructions (STI). The STI are the standardized recipe for a given SKU, the observance of such STI will render a product with optimal quality.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s in Food or Animal Science or related field
• One (1) year experience in the meat or food industry
• Some Knowledge of USDA and FDA Regulations, including Labeling and Nutritional facts
• Some Experience with Consumer Marketplace, including food trend

Preferred Qualifications

• Food or Animal Science

COMPENSATION

· $61,461 - $85,360, depending on geography, skills, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

· This position is eligible for an incentive bonus, based on achievements of company targets and individual performance expectations

BENEFITS

The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:

· Medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, life insurance, long-term disability insurance, short-term disability insurance, 10 days paid time off, paid parental leave, paid holidays, & state mandated sick time, if applicable

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Sigma provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Sigma complies with applicable federal, state and locals’ laws, including fair employment practices and equal employment opportunity when conducting recruiting and hiring, governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Seminole, OK 74868: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: One location

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