R&D Technologist / Animal Health - Flavor

Kerry Group•Beloit, WI

4d•$47,900 - $78,750•Onsite

About The Position

Kerry is seeking an R&D Technologist to support its Animal Health and Pet Nutrition team in the development, manufacturing, testing, and commercialization of pet flavors and palatants for pet food, treats, supplements, and animal health products. The role involves hands-on work in a laboratory and pilot plant environment, supporting product development projects from concept through commercialization. It suits someone with experience in flavor formulation, powder blending, food ingredients, pet nutrition, or excipient manufacturing who is comfortable with both technical and manufacturing activities. The position is full-time and onsite. The annual pay range is $47,900–$78,750. Kerry offers medical, dental, and vision coverage; paid time off; a 401(k) plan with employee and company contribution opportunities; an Employee Share Plan; life, disability, and accident insurance; and tuition reimbursement. The posting is anticipated to expire January 30, 2027.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree or technical degree in Food Science, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Animal Science, Sensory Science, or a related scientific discipline.
1–3 years of experience in flavor formulation, food ingredients, powder blending, pet nutrition, nutraceuticals, or pharmaceutical excipients.
Strong math and calculation skills.
Ability to follow detailed technical procedures and documentation requirements.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.

Nice To Haves

Experience with pet food, pet treats, or animal health products.
Knowledge of flavor development and palatant technologies.
SAP experience.
Experience working in manufacturing or pilot plant environments.

Responsibilities

Prepare and manufacture prototype formulations for pet flavors and palatants.
Execute batch manufacturing activities following Master Batch Records (MBRs).
Support flavor and palatant development projects through formulation, blending, and process optimization.
Assist scientists in evaluating and improving product performance.
Conduct analytical and bench-top testing of prototypes and finished products.
Coordinate testing with analytical laboratories and perform self-service testing as required.
Collect, analyze, and accurately document technical data.
Prepare customer and internal R&D samples.
Package, label, and document samples according to company procedures.
Support customer requests and product evaluations.