Job Description

Join Litehouse as a Food Scientist!

Location: Danville, VA or Sandpoint, ID | Full-Time | Early Career

We're seeking a Food Scientist I or II (based on experience) to help create and improve products that are healthy, delicious, convenient, and safe for consumers. In this role, you'll apply food science and culinary expertise to develop recipes, enhance product attributes, and ensure compliance with FDA and company standards. You'll participate in sensory evaluations, production trials, and cross-functional projects-bringing ideas from the lab to the production floor to the customer.

What You'll Do

• Develop, match, and improve products by applying food science, culinary skills, and product chemistry.

• Conduct sensory evaluations, document data, and interpret results to enhance flavor, texture, and overall product quality.

• Ensure ingredient statements, nutrition facts, and formulations meet FDA and organizational standards.

• Guide recipe setup for production scale-up, approve or reject test batches, and troubleshoot formulations.

• Research new ingredients, technologies, and processes to drive innovation, efficiency, and cost savings.

• Collaborate across teams and with suppliers to meet project timelines and customer expectations.

What You'll Bring

Food Scientist I:

• Bachelor's in Food Science with 0-3 years experience OR Associate's in Science with 4-6 years experience.
  
• Preferred: Certified Food Scientist (IFT) or Certified Culinary Scientist/Research Chef (RCA).

• Hands-on lab/food industry experience with product development, emulsion science, and product chemistry.

• Familiarity with FDA compliance, ingredient statements, and nutritional fact panels.

• Ability to participate in sensory evaluations, analyze results, and apply findings to improve products.

• Strong communication skills with the ability to work cross-functionally and externally with suppliers.

• Competence with MS 365 and familiarity with ERP/PLM or regulatory software.

Food Scientist II:

• Bachelor's in Food Science with 4-6 years experience OR Associate's in Science with 7-9 years experience.

• Preferred:

  • Certified Food Scientist (CFS), Institute of Food Technologists (IFT)

  • Certified Culinary Scientist (CCS) or Certified Research Chef (CRC), Research Chefs Association (RCA)

• Proven track record developing new food products, applying scientific and culinary expertise to improve flavor, texture, and quality

• Hands-on lab or food industry experience, including equipment troubleshooting and product analysis

• Strong knowledge of food chemistry, emulsion science, texture, and microbiology

• Experience with FDA compliance, ingredient statements, and nutrition labeling

• Skilled in sensory evaluation, production trials, and interpreting data to drive product improvements

• Proficient in MS 365 (Excel, Outlook, Teams, PowerPoint, Word, SharePoint) and ERP/PLM systems

• Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate across teams and with suppliers

• Project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

Great People Deserve Great Benefits!

• 401(k) with company matching

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• Life Insurance

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Paid Holidays

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

• A values-driven, employee-owned culture that invests in you

Why Litehouse?

At Litehouse, you're more than just an employee-you're an owner. As a 100% employee-owned company, we believe in investing in people, not just products. That means you'll have a voice in our future and a stake in our success. We foster a collaborative, hands-on environment where your work matters and your ideas are valued. From the floor to the leadership team, we're committed to continuous improvement, community impact, and doing what's right-every time. Join us and help shape the future of food.

Apply today and help us shape the future of food!

We do not offer sponsorship

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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