R&D Technologist - Bars Innovation

General Mills Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 51,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

General Mills Inc. is seeking a Technologist for Bars Innovation to develop and commercialize new bars across bench, pilot plant and full-scale manufacturing. You will lead experiments, analyze results, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to move projects from concept to product.

The role focuses on developing innovation skills in a fast-paced environment, with some travel and a strong emphasis on end-to-end product development from bench to plant.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma + 3 years related experience or bachelor's degree
• Willingness to travel about 10% with some travel to Canada.
• Experience of working in teams to deliver results
• Basic digital technology skills
• Critical Thinking & Problem-Solving Skills
• Comfortable in processing (pilot plant or plant) environment
• Good communication skills
• Previous work experience in a similar field (Food product development experience/Laboratory experience)
• Passionate around the creation of food, CPG industry, and consumer trends (both food and packaging)

Responsibilities

• Design, coordinate and execute experiments from bench top to full scale manufacturing, including consumer testing
• Analyze experimental data and extract learning; build go-to technical expertise
• Build and leverage internal and external network to support and execute work
• Lead and own portions of project work; participate in pipeline building activities
• Provide broad support to a specific project and support prototyping for pipeline projects
• Leadership of team-specific projects to drive process improvements/efficiencies
• Teach/train others; connect and collaborate within cross functional teams
• Create product specifications and documentation
• Manage analytical, shelf-life, and sensory evaluation

Job description

COMPANY OVERVIEW

We exist to make food the world loves. But we do more than that. Our company is a place that prioritizes being a force for good, a place to expand learning, explore new perspectives and reimagine new possibilities, every day. We look for people who want to bring their best — bold thinkers with big hearts who challenge one another and grow together. Because becoming the undisputed leader in food means surrounding ourselves with people who are hungry for what’s next.

OVERVIEW

The Bars Innovation team has an opening for a Technologist role supporting innovation projects across a variety of brands including Nature Valley, Motts, and Larabar! This role is focused on developing and commercializing new bars and spans work on the bench, pilot plant and plant scales. An ideal candidate for this role should be looking to develop their innovation skills, be comfortable in a fast-paced dynamic environment, enjoy working with cross functional partners, and enjoy seeing products through the entire development cycle.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Design, coordinate and execute experiments from bench top to full scale manufacturing, including consumer testing
• analyze experimental data and extract learning Building "go-to" technical expertise in a specific area (bench top process, etc.
• Build and leverage internal and external network (i.e. manufacturing facilities, suppliers) to support and execute work
• will lead and own portions of project work Participate in pipeline building activities
• Provide broad support to a specific project and also support prototyping efforts for pipeline projects
• Leadership of team specific projects to drive process improvements/efficiencies
• Teach/train others
• Connecting and collaborating within cross functional teams
• Creating product specifications and documentation
• Managing analytical, shelf-life, and sensory evaluation

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma + 3 years related experience or bachelor's degree
• Willingness to travel about 10% with some travel to Canada.
• Experience of working in teams to deliver results
• Basic digital technology skills
• Critical Thinking & Problem-Solving Skills
• Comfortable in processing (pilot plant or plant) environment
• Good communication skills

  PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Previous work experience in a similar field (Food product development experience/Laboratory experience)
  • Passionate around the creation of food, CPG industry, and consumer trends (both food and packaging)

  ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS

  International relocation or international remote working arrangements (outside of the US) will not be considered. Applicants for this position must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. General Mills will not sponsor applicants for this position for work visas.

  SALARY RANGE

  The salary range for this position is: $51,300 - $70,700 Annual At General Mills we strive for each employee's pay at any point in their career to reflect their experiences performance and skills for their current role. The salary range for this role represents the numerous factors considered in the hiring decisions including, but not limited to, educations, skills, work experience, certifications, etc. As such, pay for the successful candidate(s) could fall anywhere within the stated range. Beyond base salary, General Mills offers a competitive Total Rewards package focusing on your overall well-being. We are proud to offer a foundation of health benefits, retirement and financial wellbeing, time off programs, wellbeing support and perks. Benefits may vary by role, country, region, union status, and other employment status factors. You may also be eligible to participate in an annual incentive program. An incentive award, if any, depends on various factors, including, individual and organizational performance.

  ELIGIBILITY

  Applicants must meet a minimum 18-year age qualification.

  EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

  General Mills is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital or familial status, status regarding public assistance, or membership or activity in a local human rights commission.

  REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION REQUEST

  If you need to request an accommodation during the application or hiring process, please fill out our online accommodation request form by following this link: Accommodation Request.

  COMPANY CULTURE

  New possibilities. Bold thinking. Real heart. Build remarkable brands with remarkable people. At General Mills, we make food the world loves. Across 100+ markets, we come together to create, innovate and grow. Here, you’ll do meaningful work and help to lead the future of food at a company that stands for good.