> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/2626347-application-specialist-food-scientist](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/2626347-application-specialist-food-scientist). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Application Specialist (Food Scientist) - **Company:** FINITETEK INC - **Location:** Dallas, NC, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $82,000.0 - $110,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Dynamics NAV, Microsoft Office, Microsoft PowerPoint, Qlikview - **Published:** August 2, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=dcb026b4c372100b ## About the Role * 4+ years of experience in a similar role in the food or beverage industry * Bachelor's degree in Food Science or Food Engineering; Master's preferred (NO PhD) Experience in product development * Strong verbal and written technical communication skills * Excellent organizational and time management abilities * Ability to work both independently and collaboratively * Creative problem-solving skills and innovative thinking * Demonstrated leadership potential for future advancement * Strong presentation skills (PowerPoint) * Effective interpersonal and communication skills * Self-motivated, quick learner with the ability to work with minimal supervision * Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Navision, GiNA, and QlikView * Willingness to travel as needed While we prefer candidates more local to the area, we are open to applicants across the United States who meet the qualifications. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship requirements. If candidates come from outside the greater Charlotte area, we will reimburse for travel expenses for final stage of interview process with the in-person interview., * How many years of experience do you have in the food or beverage industry as a Food Scientist? * What types of food or beverage products have you worked with? * Have you worked on product development projects before? * Do you hold a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Food Science, Food Engineering, or a related field? * How much salary are you expecting for this role? ## Related Videos - [Behind the Curtain: How Recruiters Shortlist Devs in an AI-Driven Market and How You Stand Out](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100229-behind-the-curtain-how-recruiters-shortlist-devs-in-an-ai-driven-market-and-how-you-stand-out) - [Recruitment Reinvented: Bold strategies and the $10K signing incentive](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1068-recruitment-reinvented-bold-strategies-and-the-10k-signing-incentive) - [Tech as a Profit Center – Maximizing P&L Impact by Research Funding and Capitalization](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100125-tech-as-a-profit-center-maximizing-p-l-impact-by-research-funding-and-capitalization) ## Related Articles - [Starter Kit For Job Applications For Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/7-starter-kit-for-job-applications-for-developers) - [How to Write a CV and Interview if You Don't Fully Qualify For The Job](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/183-how-to-write-a-cv-and-interview-if-you-don-t-fully-qualify-for-the-job) - [System change: restart as developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/39-system-change-restart-as-developer) - [How to Ensure a Reasonable Salary Before an Interview](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/322-how-to-ensure-a-reasonable-salary-before-an-interview) - [Frontend Developer Salary in The UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/233-frontend-developer-salary-in-the-uk) - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk)