Associate Scientist, R&D – Product Development

The Kraft Heinz Company • Glenview, IL

4d • $68,900 - $86,100

About The Position

This is a Research and Development (R&D) role on the Refrigerated Snacking – Product Development Team with a focus on Innovation and NPD projects across Kids and Adult Snacking. The candidate will be an R&D resource for technical projects to meet business initiatives focused on new product development, portfolio renovation, quality improvement, and brand maintenance. This candidate should have experience developing and executing work plans and driving for results in a variety of settings. This role is responsible for the design and execution of product testing, analyzing data, drawing and documenting conclusions, communicating results, and product commercialization. Proven communication and teamwork skills are essential in this role, which operates in a dynamic cross-functional environment. This position requires an individual to manage multiple assignments/tasks and timelines concurrently. Exhibiting a collaborative mindset and applying innovative solutions are a must.

Requirements

• BS degree (Masters is a plus) in Food Science, Food Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or related field (preferred)
• Educational research and/or hands-on knowledge of consumer goods, food chemistry, analytical testing, formulations, and processing used in food manufacturing
• Understanding of ingredient functionality and interrelationship of ingredients, process, and packaging
• Good communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
• Self-starter with attention to detail and a passion to learn
• Self-motivated to drive projects forward
• Willingness to travel 30% pending business needs

Responsibilities

• Support and lead the commercialization of new and reformulated products and successful transition from development to production
• Interact with Operations, Business Units, Vendors, Quality, Regulatory, Finance and Marketing to drive for results
• Conduct risk and feasibility assessments on all projects
• Create and edit formulas, processing procedures and finished product specifications that deliver consistent, high quality products
• Interface with technical experts and category scientists to understand technologies and applications
• Execute benchtop, pilot plant and plant trials to support project goals
• Coordinate with cross-functional teammates to organize product tastings and sensory evaluations
• Manage multiple assignments/research projects concurrently with supervisor guidance and possess the ability to prioritize between a variety of business initiatives
• Adapt and apply scientific principles to new situations/products, exhibit critical thinking and problem-solving skills

Benefits

• Coverage for employees (and their eligible dependents) through affordable access to healthcare, protection, and saving for the future, we offer plans tailored to meet you and your family’s needs.
• Coverage for benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.
• We offer events, resources, and learning opportunities that inspire a physical, 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

What This Job Offers

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