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Sr Scientist, R&D - Product Dev

Kraft Heinz Company

Glenview (IL)

On-site

USD 88,000 - 110,000

Full time

17 days ago

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Job summary

A leading food company seeks a Sr Scientist for product development in Glenview, IL. This role involves leading R&D initiatives, driving innovation for new food solutions, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. Candidates should possess a strong technical background, proven experience in product commercialization, and excellent communication skills.

Benefits

Comprehensive healthcare coverage
Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
401k and Life Insurance

Qualifications

  • 3+ years of experience in product development and commercialization.
  • Experience in dairy is preferred.
  • Strong understanding of ingredient interactions and food product laboratory test methods.

Responsibilities

  • Lead product development and execution across multiple projects.
  • Communicate research findings to cross-functional teams.
  • Adapt scientific principles to new product developments.

Skills

Communication
Teamwork
Problem Solving
Project Management

Education

BS or MS in Food Science, Chemical Engineering, or related field

Job description

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Apply locations Glenview, IL time type Full time posted on Posted 3 Days Ago job requisition id R-93783
Job Description

Sr Scientist, R&D – Product Development

Job Overview:

Are you ready for a challenging and unique type of R&D role? This position is a Senior Scientist, Product Developer on the Expand The Core Innovation R&D team, where the individual will be challenged to immerse themselves with the consumer and develop new , innovative food-based solutions .

This is a technical leadership role will provide direction for and execution of fuzzy front-end projects. The candidate will be utilizing agile light and iterative techniques to determine desirability, feasibility and viability of front-end innovation initiatives. It is important that this candidate is comfortable with working on projects that have a level of ambiguity as iterative development is key to this role. This candidate should have a proven record of executing work plans and driving for results. This includes understanding the business need, designing, and executing tests, analyzing data, drawing conclusions, and communicating results. Proven communication and teamwork skills are essential in this role, which operates in a cross-functional environment. The candidate must also have a strong technical background and be able to apply prior learning or scientific principles to new situations.

Key Components of the Role/Job Duties

  • Adopt agile light and iterative development principals to elevate the consumer experience through p roducts and ingredients.

  • Work with cross functional teams, acting as a lead product developer to drive execution across multiple projects for different product categories

  • Manage multiple assignments/research projects concurrently and possess the ability to prioritize between a variety of business initiatives

  • Translate research findings and new technologies into relevant business opportunities and communicate to cross-functional teams

  • Adapt and apply scientific principles to new situations/products

  • Work with both technical and non-technical cross-functional teams to execute future pipeline ideas

Qualifications :

  • BS or MS in Food Science , Chemical Engineering, or related field

  • 3 + years of experience in product development and commercialization (including experience in innovation)

  • Experience in dairy is preferred

  • Strong understanding of key subject matter in areas such as ingredients, processing equipment, ingredient interactions, and food product laboratory test methods

  • Excellent communication, influencing, and problem-solving skills

  • Ability to lead, coach and motivate others

  • Manage multiple assignments/tasks concurrently with ability to prioritize work

  • Willingness to travel up to 30%

EEO Policy:

Kraft Heinz is an EO employer – Minorities/Women/Vets/Disabled and other protected categories

Our Total Rewards philosophy is to provide a meaningful and flexible spectrum of programs that equitably support our diverse workforce and their families and complement Kraft Heinz’ strategy and values.

New Hire Base Salary Range:

$88,000.00 - $110,000.00

Bonus: This position is eligible for a performance-based bonus as provided by the plan terms and governing documents.

The compensation offered will take into account internal equity and may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors

Benefits: Coverage for employees (and their eligible dependents) through affordable access to healthcare, protection, and savingfor the future, we offer plans tailored to meet you and your family’s needs. Coveragefor benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.

Wellbeing: We offer events, resources, and learning opportunities that inspire aphysical, social, emotional, and financial well-being lifestyle for our employees and their families.

You’ll be able to participate in a variety of benefits and wellbeing programs that may vary by role, country, region, union status, and other employment status factors, for example:

  • Physical - Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision, Screenings/Assessments

  • Social - Paid Time Off, Company Holidays, Leave of Absence, Flexible Work Arrangements, Recognition, Training

  • Emotional – Employee Assistance Program, Wellbeing Programs, Family Support Programs

  • Financial – 401k,Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Disability

Location(s)

Glenview R&D Center

Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for protected individuals, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact NAZTAOps@kraftheinz.com for assistance.

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