Associate Chemist

Conagra Brands • Omaha, NE

1d • $59,000 - $78,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to the Manager, Scientific Affairs, you will analyze the composition of food products, conduct experiments, gather data and findings, and prepare written reports to ensure compliance with nutritional labeling specifications, regulatory guidance, and food safety standards. You will also support the development of new analytical methods under direct supervision. A Taste of Your Responsibilities Develop project objectives, technical work plans, and complete assigned work on time with direct guidance. Perform chemical analysis on products to identify problems and opportunities supporting product development, nutritional labeling, quality initiatives, and applied research. Calculate and interpret data generated from laboratory instrumentation; isolate non‑conforming work and make necessary corrections. Write, review, and identify improvements for test methods and technical procedures and initiate action plans. Conduct external research to stay current on analytical methodologies and identify opportunities for laboratory advancements. Perform routine maintenance on laboratory equipment and troubleshoot or repair equipment as needed. Maintain a clean and organized work area. Follow laboratory management system policies and procedures. Keep accurate records of all test work, including laboratory notebooks. Collaborate with scientists and engineers to determine appropriate testing approaches for business needs. Ingredients Required for Your Success Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or a related field. 1+ years of experience in analytical chemistry, food chemistry, or a related field or function. Experience with chromatographic and spectroscopic techniques preferred. Technical and scientific report writing skills. Basic knowledge of statistical and analytical tools and fundamentals. Work effectively with others across functions in a team environment. Physically meet onsite laboratory needs, including standing for extended periods, lifting up to 40 pounds, pushing or pulling lab carts, working with solvents/acids/bases in fume hoods, and working in cold rooms or freezers. #LI-PM2 #LI-Onsite #LI-Associate Compensation Pay Range:$59,000-$78,000 The annual salary listed above is the expected offering for this position. An employee’s actual annual salary will be based on but not limited to: location, relevant experience/level and skillset, while balancing internal Conagra employees’ equity. Conagra Brands will comply with applicable law regarding minimum salaries for exempt employees. Our Benefits We care about your total well-being and will support you with the following, subject to your location and role: Health: Comprehensive healthcare plans, wellness incentive program, mental wellbeing support and fitness reimbursement Wealth: Great pay, bonus incentive opportunity, matching 401(k) and stock purchase plan Growth: Career development opportunities, employee resource groups, on-demand learning and tuition reimbursement Balance: Paid-time off, parental leave, flexible work-schedules (subject to your location and role) and volunteer opportunities Our Company At Conagra Brands, we have a rich heritage of making great food. We aspire to have the most impactful, energized and inclusive culture in food. As a member of our 18,000+ person team across 40+ locations, you are empowered to reach your potential, make an impact and own your career. We're in the business of building champions – within our people and our iconic brands like Birds Eye®, Slim Jim® and Reddi-Wip®. Our focus on innovation extends beyond making great food, it also reflects our commitment to embracing new solutions that positively impact our team, the communities we serve and the health of our planet. Foodies Welcome. Conagra Brands is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, pregnancy, leave status, disability, veteran status, genetic information and/or any other characteristic or status protected by national, federal, state or local law. Reasonable accommodation may be made upon request. At Conagra Brands, we have a rich heritage of making great food. We aspire to have the most impactful, energized and inclusive culture in food. As a member of our 18,000+ person team across 40+ locations, you are empowered to reach your potential, make an impact and own your career. We're in the business of building champions – within our people and our iconic brands like Birds Eye ®, Slim Jim® and Reddi-Wip®. Our focus on innovation extends beyond making great food, it also reflects our commitment to embracing new solutions that positively impact our team, the communities we serve and the health of our planet. Foodies Welcome. Conagra Brands is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, pregnancy, leave status, disability, veteran status, genetic information and/or any other characteristic or status protected by national, federal, state or local law. Reasonable accommodation may be made upon request.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or a related field.
• 1+ years of experience in analytical chemistry, food chemistry, or a related field or function.
• Technical and scientific report writing skills.
• Basic knowledge of statistical and analytical tools and fundamentals.
• Work effectively with others across functions in a team environment.
• Physically meet onsite laboratory needs, including standing for extended periods, lifting up to 40 pounds, pushing or pulling lab carts, working with solvents/acids/bases in fume hoods, and working in cold rooms or freezers.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with chromatographic and spectroscopic techniques preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop project objectives, technical work plans, and complete assigned work on time with direct guidance.
• Perform chemical analysis on products to identify problems and opportunities supporting product development, nutritional labeling, quality initiatives, and applied research.
• Calculate and interpret data generated from laboratory instrumentation; isolate non‑conforming work and make necessary corrections.
• Write, review, and identify improvements for test methods and technical procedures and initiate action plans.
• Conduct external research to stay current on analytical methodologies and identify opportunities for laboratory advancements.
• Perform routine maintenance on laboratory equipment and troubleshoot or repair equipment as needed.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Follow laboratory management system policies and procedures.
• Keep accurate records of all test work, including laboratory notebooks.
• Collaborate with scientists and engineers to determine appropriate testing approaches for business needs.

Benefits

• Comprehensive healthcare plans, wellness incentive program, mental wellbeing support and fitness reimbursement
• Great pay, bonus incentive opportunity, matching 401(k) and stock purchase plan
• Career development opportunities, employee resource groups, on-demand learning and tuition reimbursement
• Paid-time off, parental leave, flexible work-schedules (subject to your location and role) and volunteer opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level