Scientist Product Development

Loyalty Rules; Battle Creek (MI); On-site; USD 87,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

AD&D Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

401(k) with company contributions

Job summary

Kellanova in Battle Creek, MI is seeking a Scientist Product Development to lead new cracker products from ideation through scale-up. This hybrid role can be based in Battle Creek or Chicago with 20–40% travel, focusing on quality, productivity, and cost transformations across North American operations.

You will guide cross-functional teams, drive process improvements, and manage projects from concept to commercialization within Salty Snacking R&D.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in science or engineering with relevant experience.
• Ability to drive projects from ideation to execution in cross-functional teams.
• Strong leadership and communication skills to coordinate diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Drive business growth by leading key cracker product development projects.
• Provide direction to cross-functional teams and manage project execution.
• Evaluate new technologies and apply them to process improvements.
• Lead innovations and cost-effective improvements across North American operations.
• Maintain technical expertise through ongoing learning and collaboration.

Skills

Leadership

Cost awareness

Communication

Diplomacy

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor of Science Degree in Science or Engineering or related field

Job description

Mars Completes Acquisition of Kellanova Learn More

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Date: Aug 31, 2026

Category: Research and Development

Country/Region: US

State: MI

City: Battle Creek

Workplace: Hybrid

Title: Scientist Product Development

Description:

Create new foods that people will enjoy as a Scientist Product Development for our Cheez-IT, Club, Townhouse, and Toasteds Cracker business. Executing from ideation and product design through scale-up you will manage projects and assist on complex programs. This includes new product introductions and value transformation savings initiatives. In addition, you will focus on improvements with product quality and productivity for capacity in North American operations. The hybrid role can be based out of Battle Creek, MI, but may consider individuals in Chicago, IL. Estimated travel is 20-40% (will be closer to 40% for individuals in the Chicago area).

Part of the Salty Snacking Research and Development team, you will make an impact contributing on cross-functional project teams. Innovate as you develop and refine food process technology from idea generation through proof of concept to commercialization. As an innovator, project leader, and technical problem solver, you will team up with others to provide timely and cost-effective innovation and renovation.

A Taste of What You’ll Be Doing

• Drive Business Growth – Lead and coordinate key projects while giving general direction to assigned teams. Together, you will accomplish projects on technical and scientific investigation or developments. This includes (but not limited to) product relocations, flavor/seasoning extensions, renovations, new products, value transformation savings, or moderate capital projects.

• Leadership – Demonstrate personal capabilities as a project manager, planner, coordinator, communicator, and technical expert. Provide general directions to assigned cross-functional teams in accomplishing projects.
• What’s Trending? – Show an innovative mindset in discovery, advancement, and evaluation of new technologies in food/process research and development. This includes identifying applications to new products, improved products, and/or increased efficiency on existing processes.
• Innovation/Creativity – Provide timely innovative / cost-effective improvements, concepts, developments, and scientific insight. Demonstrate an understanding with respect to new or existing products or processes across the network.
• Technical Expertise - Keep current with the latest developments and technology through investigation, training, and communication within that discipline.

We’re Looking for Someone With

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Science or Engineering or related field and strong relevant experience.
• Leadership, cost consciousness, communication skills, and diplomacy. This will promote strong relationships across all facets of the organization and enable effective execution of projects.
• Previous experience working with project teams. This includes planning and coordinating project activities, communicating progress and challenges, and being a technical expert for projects.

Compensation

The annual salary range is $ 86,720 - $120,000 , which is based on various factors such as location, experience and skill. Discretionary bonuses based on company and individual performance are also available.

Applications for this position will be accepted through September 13, 2026.

All applicants must have permanent legal authorization to work in the United States. Kellanova does not sponsor employment visas for this role.

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, accidental death & dismemberment insurance, employee assistance program, short-term disability coverage, and long-term disability insurance. Also, voluntary income protection benefits such as supplemental life, accident as well as a 401(k) plan with company contributions is available. Part-time employees may have access to benefits on a pro-rated basis. See KellanovaTotalHealth.com for more information.

Get to Know Us

We’ve always been driven to unleash the full potential of our differentiated brands and our passionate people. Our iconic, world-class brands at Kellanova include Pringles, Cheez-It, Pop-Tarts, MorningStar Farms, Special K, Krave, Zucaritas, Tresor, Crunchy Nut, among others.

Mars, Incorporated has acquired Kellanova in a transaction that brings together iconic brands, storied legacies and outstanding capabilities with a view to shape the future of snacking. You can learn more here , and our hiring teams will be happy to discuss further questions if your application advances in the hiring process.

Let’s shape the future of snacking.

Kellanova is an Equal Opportunity Employer that strives to provide an inclusive work environment, a seat for everyone at the table, and embraces the diverse talent of its people. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information regarding our efforts to advance Equity, Diversity & Inclusion, please visit our website here .