Research and development technician jobs in Riverview, FL - 64 jobs

Here at HR Soul our solutions amplify the performance of people and the soul of company culture. From strategic planning with CEO's, partnering with HR leaders on key projects, building high performing teams to coaching and recruiting the future of our client's organization. If your happy place is somewhere between a lab bench, a flavor wheel, and a spark of culinary creativity - you're going to love this one. Our client, a globally respected flavor house with deep roots, rich heritage, and a passion for craftsmanship, is looking for a Food Technologist/Scientist to join their U.S. Applications team. This role blends hands-on formulation, innovation, sensory science, and cross-functional collaboration to bring new flavor experiences to life across North and Latin America. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives at the intersection of science and imagination, and isn't afraid to roll up their sleeves in the lab. Why This Role Exists You'll be a key contributor to the company's innovation pipeline by developing flavor applications, supporting customer projects, and ensuring technical excellence from concept through delivery. Your work directly influences product quality, customer satisfaction, and the global R&D strategy, no small task, but definitely a rewarding one. What You'll Do Product Development & Application Create and optimize beverage and food prototypes using proprietary flavor systems. Lead hands-on formulation and bench work (70-80% of your time). Evaluate ingredient functionality, feasibility, and cost considerations. Maintain strict adherence to GLP, documentation standards, and internal quality processes. Sensory Evaluation & Technical Accuracy Conduct sensory panels and daily evaluations to assess flavor performance and stability. Maintain meticulous formulation, project, and sensory documentation. Prepare technical summaries and present recommendations to stakeholders. Customer & Cross-Functional Collaboration Work with Sales, R&D, and Marketing to troubleshoot and adapt formulations for customer needs. Collaborate with global innovation teams for alignment and knowledge sharing. Prepare prototypes and support customer meetings with technical insights. Trend Awareness & Innovation Track emerging food & beverage trends across the Americas. Explore new ingredients, technologies, and processes to fuel innovation. Participate in ideation sessions and contribute to global R&D initiatives. Lab Operations, Safety & Compliance Maintain safe, clean, well-organized lab spaces. Follow all GMP, safety, and environmental protocols. Support continuous improvement of lab processes and documentation systems. What You Bring 3-5+ years in food, flavor, or beverage application development. Strong knowledge of flavor systems, beverage formulation, and processing technologies. Hands-on sensory evaluation expertise. Excellent documentation, data analysis, and communication skills. Experience in global or cross-cultural environments. Proficiency with formulation software, Excel, and relevant systems. Bilingual skills (English + Portuguese, Spanish, or French) strongly preferred. Ability to travel up to 30%. Education BS or MS in Food Science, Chemistry, Biology, or related field. Sensory, food safety, or GMP certifications are a plus. Who You'll Work With You'll collaborate closely with R&D, Commercial, Sales, Quality, Marketing, Operations, and global innovation teams, plus customers, suppliers, and co-packers. If you're energized by experimentation, inspired by flavor, and motivated by technical excellence, this might be your next big move. Diversity Commitment At HR Soul, we embrace a rich tapestry of backgrounds and experiences within our workplace. We actively encourage applications from women, individuals of color, members of the LGBTQ+ community, people with disabilities, ethnic minorities, immigrants, and veterans. Equal Opportunity Employment Statement HR Soul proudly upholds its status as an Equal Opportunity Employer. We prohibit discrimination against any employee or candidate based on various attributes, including but not limited to race (encompassing characteristics historically associated with race such as hair texture and style), color, gender (including pregnancy and related conditions), religion or belief, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, veteran status, union membership, ethnicity, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by applicable laws. Inclusivity Commitment HR Soul and its partners are fully committed to ensuring that all qualified individuals are included. We provide reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If you need assistance during the job application or interview process, or require accommodations to perform essential job functions, please reach out via our contact page: Contact HR Soul. Your Rights HR Soul is dedicated to ensuring that all applicants are aware of their rights concerning workplace discrimination, which is unlawful. Application Agreement By applying for this position, you authorize HR Soul to exclusively consider you as a candidate for the specified opportunity. You affirm that the information you provided about your qualifications is true and that you have not misrepresented yourself. Additionally, you agree to keep confidential any details regarding the position that you may learn from HR Soul, sharing such information only as necessary to support your application process. In exchange, HR Soul pledges to make reasonable efforts to represent you throughout the job screening and resume distribution stages. Salary Transparency Statement Compensation for this position (and others) at HR Soul is based on multiple factors, including: The candidate's skill set, experience, and education Required licenses and certifications Geographic location of the office Additional business and organizational considerations In line with local regulations, HR Soul provides a salary range that reflects a reasonable estimate of the base pay for this role in areas where salary disclosure is mandated.