Research Scientist Job at HireTalent - Staffing & Recruiting Firm, Hershey, PA

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  • HireTalent - Staffing & Recruiting Firm
  • Hershey, PA

Job Description

We're Hiring: Research Scientist (Onsite – Hershey, PA)

Client is looking for a hands-on, curious, and detail-driven Research Scientis t to join their Chocolate Product Development R&D Team in Hershey, PA .

This role is all about rolling up your sleeves and getting involved with pilot plant trials , lab-scale testing , and cross-functional collaboration . You'll help bring new chocolate innovations to life—supporting everything from equipment testing and production protocols to documentation , troubleshooting , and process monitoring .

What You’ll Do:

  • Partner with R&D leads to prep and run large-scale production tests
  • Track equipment performance, yields, downtime, and quality metrics
  • Identify and escalate product issues quickly and clearly
  • Learn and maintain R&D equipment; document SOPs
  • Work closely with teams across R&D, quality, and operations

What We’re Looking For:

  • BS in Science or Engineering preferred
  • Experience in food manufacturing, labs, pilot plants, or GMP environments
  • Strong written/oral communication and documentation skills
  • Comfortable working on your feet in a lab or production setting
  • Able to lift up to 50 lbs and work with food allergens while using PPE
  • Solid Microsoft Office skills
  • A collaborative mindset and the ability to juggle multiple priorities

This is an onsite role in Hershey, PA where you'll be part of a fast-moving, high-impact R&D program.

Love food science? Love chocolate? Let’s talk.

Apply now or message us to learn more.

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