Food Technologist Role at The Hershey Company USA
Looking for an exciting food science job? The Hershey Company is hiring a Food Technologist in Hershey, PA. This role focuses on product optimization, continuous improvement, and innovation across Candy, Gum, Mint, and Salty Snacks. Collaborate with multiple teams to bring new ideas to life while ensuring quality, feasibility, and consumer satisfaction.
Job Details:
- Location: Hershey, PA
- Requisition Number: 127469
- Travel: 10-20% required
- Support continuous improvement projects across confectionery and snack portfolios
- Evaluate technical feasibility, product quality, and financial viability of new ideas
About the Company:
The Hershey Company is a global leader in chocolate and confectionery products, committed to innovation, sustainability, and consumer delight. With a portfolio spanning Candy, Gum, Mint, and Salty Snacks, Hershey fosters creativity and career growth for professionals passionate about food science and product development. Explore more food science job offers.
Educational Requirements:
- BS in Food Science, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or other technical degrees
- Minimum 2+ years of experience in food or confectionery industry preferred
Key Responsibilities of Food Technologist Role:
- Execute medium-complexity process and product optimization projects
- Develop and validate experimental formulations and process designs
- Lead projects through documentation and handoff to project leaders
- Collaborate with R&D, Engineering, Manufacturing, Finance, Marketing, and QRC teams
- Support supply chain continuity and new supplier approvals
- Benchmark trends and technologies to drive cost, quality, and sustainability improvements
Skills Required for Food Technologist Role:
- Strong knowledge of food chemistry, ingredient functionality, and confectionery technologies
- Experience in chocolate and snack formulation and manufacturing
- Technical expertise in product development, lab, and pilot-scale operations
- Proficiency in sensory and analytical techniques
- Strong problem-solving, project management, and interpersonal skills
- Knowledge of lean/six sigma principles is a plus
Benefits of the Food Technologist Role:
- Opportunity to work with a global leader in confectionery innovation
- Hands-on experience in process and product optimization
- Collaboration with cross-functional teams across R&D, Engineering, and Marketing
- Professional growth in food science job roles within The Hershey Company
- Competitive compensation and employee benefits
