**Test job for screening automation** Architecture & Engineering Union, SC, US Pay Rate Low: 20 | Pay Rate High: 25 + Added - 11/08/2025 Apply for Job testing for screening automation Our client is a leading American-based chocolate manufacturer with a legacy spanning five generations. As the oldest continuously family-owned chocolate company in the United States, they are renowned for producing some of the world’s finest chocolate. **Title:** R&D Food Scientist – Chocolate Manufacturing **Location:** Solano County, CA **Salary:** $75k-80k **Overview:** Seeking an R&D Food Scientist to lead the development of new chocolate products from concept to large-scale manufacturing. This role involves creating new formulations, optimizing production processes, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to bring innovative products to market. **Key Responsibilities:** + Develop and scale new chocolate products from pilot to full production. + Manage R&D projects, timelines, and coordinate cross-functional efforts. + Create and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs). + Identify and resolve manufacturing challenges. + Conduct sensory analysis and support continuous improvement initiatives. **Training:** Hands-on, cross-functional training in a collaborative, family-style work environment; may require travel for initial onboarding. **Qualifications:** + Bachelor’s degree in Food Science or equivalent. + Minimum 3 years of full-time food industry experience in manufacturing or product development preferred; chocolate R&D experience a plus. + Strong knowledge of food manufacturing processes and product development methodologies. + Proficient in data analysis with the ability to communicate product value propositions to cross-functional teams. + Proven project management skills with cross-department coordination experience. + Self-motivated, innovative, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. + Highly organized with strong attention to detail. + Comfortable working under pressure and meeting tight deadlines. **Why Join:** Be part of a collaborative, family-owned business with a rich history in premium chocolate manufacturing. Work closely with leadership in a hands-on environment where innovation is encouraged and every team member wears multiple hats. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.