The J.M. Smucker Co. · 12 hours ago
Senior Technologist, Formulation
Orrville, OH
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
2+ years expThe J.M. Smucker Co. is seeking a Senior Technologist, Formulation to lead the development of new and improved Uncrustables products. The role involves hands-on formulation expertise, collaboration across functions, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while driving project success.
Food and BeverageManufacturingConfectionery
Responsibilities
Drive formulation development for both new and existing formulas such as Uncrustables Sandwiches and Bread, building subject matter expertise along the way
Coordinate and lead laboratory, pilot plant and scale-up for projects at internal and contract manufacturing sites, gaining deep, hands-on knowledge in these settings
Apply conceptual and practical expertise in formulation, alongside foundational knowledge of related disciplines, to execute new and improved products
Build regulatory knowledge to ensure compliance of formulas with relevant standards, including but not limited to nutrient profile regulations, FDA regulations, and USDA CN regulations
Conduct analytical testing, analyze results, and communicate findings through well-structured written and verbal summaries
Collaborate with technical team members to establish key tasks and timelines, ensuring the timely completion of goals
Actively collaborate within Research and Development (R&D) and leverage cross functional relationships to drive project success
Cultivate a continuous learning mindset, actively seeking feedback from colleagues while embracing the company’s Basic Beliefs and Commitment to Each Other philosophy
Develop and maintain specific technical documentation within a lab notebook system
Provide advisory support to internal groups such as Operations, Technical Services, and Procurement
Actively learn about and participate in Smucker Key Element and Quality programs to support R&D
Qualification
Required
Bachelors degree in Food Science, Engineering, or related field
2+ years of experience in a R&D lab/facility
Experience in food formulation or food science/engineering
Experience troubleshooting and root cause analysis
Proven ability to manage multiple projects running concurrently
Foundational understanding of food safety and quality practices
Food safety foundation – PCQI training a plus
Ability to translate technical concepts to various audiences
Preferred
PCQI training
Company
The J.M. Smucker Co.
At The J.M. Smucker Co., it is our privilege to make food people and pets love by offering a diverse family of brands available across North America.
5001-10000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
The J.M. Smucker Co. has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not
guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your
reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
Distribution of Different Job Fields Receiving Sponsorship
Represents job field similar to this job
Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (8)
2024 (6)
2023 (3)
2022 (5)
2021 (4)
2020 (3)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Rebecca Scheidler
Senior Vice President & General Manager, Consumer Foods
Recent News
2025-11-25
2025-10-15
Bleichmar Fonti & Auld
2025-09-26
Company data provided by crunchbase