Food Science Jobs at Perdue Farms, USA
Perdue Foods is hiring a Food Scientist for its Research & Development team at the Innovation Center in Salisbury, Maryland. This is an on-site role. The Food Science Jobs at Perdue Farms are ideal for food science professionals passionate about new product development, quality improvement, and food innovation. The candidates getting hired for the Meat Science Job position support Perdue’s mission to become the most trusted name in premium proteins, contributing directly to product excellence, consumer satisfaction, and sustainable food solutions.
Job Details:
- Job Title: Food Scientist
- Job ID: 78516
- Job Category: Research & Development
- Location: Salisbury, Maryland, United States
- Employment Type: Full-Time
- Work Mode: On-site (Innovation Center)
- Salary Range: $63,000 – $95,000 per year
- Bonus: Annual performance-based bonus available
About the Company:
Perdue Foods, part of Perdue Farms, is a fourth-generation, family-owned food and agricultural company with a strong commitment to quality, animal care, sustainability, and innovation. With a people-first culture rooted in teamwork, integrity, and respect, Perdue Foods empowers employees to grow professionally while making a positive impact on communities and global food systems.
Educational Requirements for the Food Scientist Role:
- Bachelor’s degree in Food Science or Meat Science, or
- 2–4 years of related food industry experience, or
- Master’s/PhD with 0–2 years of experience
Key Responsibilities of the Food Scientist:
- Support development of new food products and improvement of existing products
- Conduct lab, pilot plant, and manufacturing trials with minimal guidance
- Execute projects focused on new product development, cost optimization, and quality improvements
- Ensure compliance with food safety, regulatory, and GMP requirements
- Document all development work, including lab experiments and plant trials
- Prepare accurate product specifications (materials, formulas, processes, finished products)
- Collaborate cross-functionally with Marketing, QA, Purchasing, and Operations
- Lead product showings and evaluate sensory and consumer feedback
- Support commercialization and brand maintenance activities
Skills Required for the Food Scientist Role:
- Strong understanding of the product development lifecycle
- Knowledge of ingredients, functionality, allergens, and cost implications
- Familiarity with food manufacturing processes and commercialization
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
- Ability to influence cross-functional teams effectively
- Clear written and verbal communication skills
- Experience with sensory testing, consumer testing, and costing
- Ability to work independently on multiple projects
Benefits of the Food Science Jobs at Perdue Farms:
- Competitive salary with annual performance-based bonus
- Comprehensive benefits package including Medical and prescription coverage, Dental and vision insurance, Life and optional group life insurance, Short-term and long-term disability coverage, 401(k) with employer match after 1 year, Flexible spending accounts, Paid Time Off (PTO), Critical illness and accident insurance
- Strong focus on career development and work-life balance
- Opportunity to work at a state-of-the-art Innovation Center
