Technologist, Technical Service

About Ingredion:

Join Ingredion, where innovation impacts lives worldwide! Without even realizing it, you’ve experienced our work in your favorite chocolate, your pet’s food, the paper you write on, and your everyday snacks. As a global powerhouse across more than 60 industries, we harness the potential of natural ingredients to transform lives. Whether you’re just starting your career or bringing years of experience, there's a place for you here to make a real difference. Be part of our team that values a wide range of perspectives and is committed to shaping a better world with every product we create.

                                   

Location: Mississauga, ON, Canada

Workplace type: Hybrid - 4 days/week onsite in Mississauga, ON & 1 day/week remote

Ingredion Canada is hiring a Food Technologist to provide technical support and expertise to customers for a broad range of food and beverage applications.  The Technologist will support accounts to assist with managing existing product line, develop new products, and create customer valued solutions.  

As a Technologist, you will be responsible for developing & preparing food formulations and prototypes for various customer and business initiatives on a lab bench top and pilot plant scale utilizing Good Manufacturing Practices.  You will also perform research related duties as needed, support internal and external customer requests, execute analytical testing, and prepare technical reports with guidance from your manager.

The Technologist reports into the Project Leader, Customer Innovation, T&HS, US/CAN

What you will do (Responsibilities): 

• Support assigned accounts and lead customer projects with these accounts.
• Provide technical expertise and support to customers for a broad range of food & beverage applications.
• Utilize knowledge of Ingredion’s products and solutions and their applications in customers’ products.
• Utilize a range of analytical tools to support customers.
• Conduct pilot and production scale trials in our IdeaLabs, Pilot Plants and at customers’ facilities.
• Build open and collaborative relationships with customers and Ingredion’s various internal teams.
• Deliver projects on time and prioritize work according to shifting customer needs.

What you will bring (Experience and Knowledge): 

• B.S in Food Science/ Food Engineering/ Chemical Engineering with 2+ years of relevant industry experience.
• Knowledge of common food applications/ processes, food ingredient functionality and ingredient interactions.
• Experience with hands-on food concept development formulation using culinary, laboratory and/or pilot plant equipment is a plus.
• Experience working with technical information, innovation and food science technical terms (i.e., food formulations, specifications, etc.).
• Prior customer experience is a plus.
• Ability to travel ~30% Canada & US.

Who you are (Skills and Behaviors): 

• Customer focused mindset, proven people skills, self-motivation and focus on results.
• Strong technical curiosity and dedication for continuous learning and passion for food science / culinology.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills. Demonstrated ability to write comprehensive technical reports and deliver technical presentations
• Problem-solving skills and experience dealing with ambiguity.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities

Why Join Ingredion? 

Discover why Ingredion is the ideal place to advance your career with our exceptional rewards and benefits package designed to help you thrive. Create the future with us and enjoy:

• Total Rewards Package – Competitive salary and performance-based pay recognizing your contributions to our success
• Comprehensive Benefits & Wellness Support – Health, long-term savings, and resources for your physical, mental, and emotional well-being
• Career Growth – Learning, training, and development opportunities, including tuition reimbursement
• Employee Recognition Program – A culture of real-time appreciation, with personalized recognition rewards globally

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We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. Ingredion seeks to provide a work environment that is free from harassment and discrimination. We will not tolerate any form of discrimination based on race, color, religion, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, handicap or disability—mental or physical—marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability resulting from military service, or any other classification protected by law (“protected classifications”). We are committed to establishing and maintaining a work environment where everyone is treated with dignity and respect.

Ingredion provides accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If a job applicant requires an accommodation during the application process or through the selection process, we will work with the applicant to meet the job applicant's accommodation needs.

Relocation Available:

No

Pay Range:

$72,000.00-$96,000.00 Annual

This pay range is not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Final base salary will be determined based on several factors which may include but are not limited to responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data and applicable bargaining agreement (if any).

Incentive Compensation:

As a part of the total compensation package, this role may be eligible for the Ingredion Annual Incentive Plan or a role-specific commission/bonus.

Benefits:

Full-time roles are eligible for our competitive benefits package which includes medical, dental, and an employer funded health spending account as well as multiple retirement savings products.