JobsUSACitrus Technology Scientist (Bartow)
Company : LHH
Location : Bartow, FL
Posted Date : 15 September 2025
Job Type : Other
Category : Scientific Research & Development
Occupation : Scientist
Job Details
Are you a hands-on scientist with a passion for flavor innovation and process development?
A well-established flavor and fragrance manufacturer client is seeking a Citrus Technology Scientist to join its R&D and production team in Florida. This is a rare opportunity to work at the intersection of natural product chemistry, pilot-scale manufacturing, and global flavor development.
Responsibilities
- Lead development and optimization of citrus-based flavor ingredients
- Translate lab-scale innovations into scalable manufacturing processes
- Operate and maintain analytical instrumentation (GC, HPLC, etc.)
- Collaborate cross-functionally to troubleshoot production and scale-up challenges
- Support quality control and ensure compliance with safety protocols
- Contribute to equipment design and process engineering for natural product extraction and separation
- Occasionally travel (up to 5%) to partner sites for technical support and deployment
Qualification
- Bachelors degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Food Science, or related field
- 510 years of experience in flavor manufacturing, process development, or product commercialization
Required Skills
- Strong working knowledge of lab instrumentation and pilot plant operations
- Quick learner with an adaptable, collaborative mindset
Preferred Skills
- Direct citrus experience is a plus, but candidates from broader flavor backgrounds are encouraged to apply
Pay range and compensation package
- Compensation: $90K+ base salary (DOE)
- Bonus: 5% annual performance bonus
- Benefits: Vision, dental, 401K match, annual salary increases, 3 weeks PTO, 8 paid holidays, potential year-end shutdown
- Relocation: Open to relocation for the right candidate
Team members often stay for decades, reflecting the longevity and stability of the company. The supportive culture includes strong benefits, annual raises, and a bonus structure. There is growth potential with the opportunity to make a lasting impact in a niche technical space, along with a generous work-life balance, including PTO, paid holidays, and potential year-end shutdown.
Interview Process
- Virtual interviews with technical and leadership team
- Final onsite tour and interview at the Florida facility
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