Research & Development Scientist II - Fermented Dairy & Fermentation

Chobani•Twin Falls, ID

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Our Research and Innovation department is at the forefront of product development and innovation. We are looking for a candidate with a strong food science foundation, constant curiosity, and a demonstrated expertise or interest in fermentation science, to help Chobani advance its mission of making healthy and delicious foods for all. The ideal Food Scientist candidate will have an integral role in leading the product development of our next wave of product innovations in fermented dairy, while also developing technical support for our growing dairy business.

Requirements

Minimum B.S. in food science or related degree. Advanced degree strongly preferred.
3+ years of food industry experience required, dairy beverages and/or non-dairy is preferred.
1+ years experience in dairy fermentation from benchtop to commercialization
Extensive ingredient (stabilizers, alternative sweeteners), flavor development, and fermentation background knowledge.
Background in process and product development and commercialization of food processes is required. Dairy or Dairy Alternative processing would be a big bonus.
Record of leading product development projects including timeline development / management, testing / trials, operational launch, and scale
Familiarity with basic research tools and statistical analysis
Succeed in ambiguity and motivated by the process of building something from the ground up
Highly developed curiosity for understanding complex food systems from a physical and chemical perspective
Maintain clean & safe manufacturing environment within all facilities
Excellent written and verbal communication
Must be a self-starter able to work in a fast-paced environment and balance multiple projects/tasks at any given time
Willingness to travel (25%)

Responsibilities

Conduct research and development plans and strategies for product development in support of company objectives, on new and existing food platforms in the fermented dairy space
Craft and conduct experiments based on project objectives, excellent record keeping, data collection and analysis and preparing project summaries
Plan and carry out development work in lab and pilot scale; design, develop, and lead tests to qualify new products and to support changes to existing products
Conduct and develop new analytical measurements in support of new product designs & new processing technologies
Coordinate technical development projects focusing on product development, process, and product care to help Chobani improve and launch more innovative food and beverage products
Lead and document development projects all the way from conceptualization to commercialization – this includes budget and target within certain time constraints
Communicate project requirements and recommendations as well as status to internal customers and external collaborators
Lead, assist, and work directly with plant processing and production personnel to ensure trial runs and start-up operations are properly performed
Follow Chobani’s safety procedures and Good Manufacturing procedures and practices

Benefits

medical
dental
vision coverage
disability insurance
health savings account
flexible spending accounts
tuition reimbursement
401k match of 100% on up to 5% of eligible pay
fertility assistance
childcare assistance
12 weeks of parental leave at full pay after six months of continuous employment
employee assistance program
fitness discounts
wellness reimbursement
on-site gym access (certain locations)
monthly wellness newsletter
120 hours of paid time off
11 holidays
paid volunteer time off