Food Safety, Quality Chemist

Welcome to Cargill, where we are committed to providing safe and high-quality food products to our customers. As a Food Safety, Quality Chemist, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the safety and quality of our products through chemical analysis and testing. We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual with a strong background in chemistry and food safety regulations. If you are passionate about making a difference in the food industry and have the necessary qualifications, we invite you to join our team at Cargill.

1. Perform chemical analysis and testing on food products to ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
2. Develop and maintain testing protocols and procedures for various food products.
3. Conduct routine inspections and audits to ensure adherence to food safety regulations and standards.
4. Identify and investigate any potential safety or quality issues and recommend corrective actions.
5. Communicate and collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve any food safety or quality concerns.
6. Stay up-to-date with industry regulations and advancements in food safety and quality.
7. Maintain accurate records and documentation of all testing procedures and results.
8. Monitor and maintain laboratory equipment and supplies.
9. Train and mentor junior team members on proper laboratory procedures and techniques.
10. Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance food safety and quality processes.
11. Collaborate with external partners and suppliers to ensure the safety and quality of ingredients and raw materials.
12. Communicate with customers regarding any food safety or quality inquiries or concerns.
13. Adhere to all safety protocols and procedures while working in the laboratory.
14. Represent Cargill in a professional and ethical manner at all times.

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Food Safety, Quality Chemist in United States is between $45,000 and $75,000 per year. However, this can vary depending on factors such as location, experience, and specific job duties. Some senior-level positions in this field can earn upwards of $100,000 per year.

Cargill, Incorporated is an American privately held global corporation based in Minnetonka, Minnesota, and incorporated in Wilmington, Delaware. Founded in 1865, it is the largest privately held corporation in the United States in terms of revenue. Some of Cargill's major businesses are trading, purchasing and distributing grain and other agricultural commodities, such as palm oil; trading in energy, steel and transport; the raising of livestock and production of feed; and producing food ingredients such as starch and glucose syrup, vegetable oils and fats for application in processed foods and industrial use. Cargill also has a large financial services arm, which manages financial risks in the commodity markets for the company. Cargill employs over 166,000 employees in 66 countries.