Food & Beverage Services
Food Technologist – Meat Systems (R&D)
- Location
- Omaha, Nebraska
- Type
- Direct Hire
- Posted
- September 18, 2026
The role
Food Technologist – Meat Systems (R&D)
Location: Omaha, NE (role open in Crete or Lincoln, NE as an alternative to Omaha)
Pay: : $75k (+ bonus potential + annual merit increases)
Schedule: Onsite Daily
*Relocation Package Available
Summary:
Research & Development Technologist leading cost-optimization projects through advanced formulation and processing improvements, while developing innovative prototypes that enhance product quality and performance.
What you get to do:
- Lead product development from concept through commercialization, including new products and line extensions.
- Conduct pilot plant and production trials to refine formulations and improve product quality. Develop and adjust formulations using online systems and maintain accurate documentation.
- Collaborate cross-functionally
- Provide clear project updates and support R&D efforts with prototype development.
- Ensure compliance with U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations while maintaining detailed project files, specifications, and product data.
- Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Biology, Microbiology, Animal Science, or related field plus 2+ years of meat processing plant experience; OR Master’s degree in a related field in lieu of experience (internship or lab experience may be considered)
- Strong knowledge of meat and ingredient functionality
- Exceptional communication, organization, and multitasking skills
- Team-oriented with ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
- Growth potential
- Stability in the industry
- Excellent company benefits offered.
Apply now! One of our recruiters will review your profile and we will be in contact if you qualify!
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