Scientist I, CPD

McCormick & Company

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About The Position

You may know McCormick as a leader in herbs, spices, seasonings, and condiments – and we’re only getting started. At McCormick, we’re always looking for new people to bring their unique flavor to our team. Mccormick employees – all 14,000 of us across the world – are what makes this company a great place to work. We are looking to hire a Scientist I, CPD immediately at our Technical Innovation Center in Hunt Valley, Maryland.  The Scientist I will support product development initiatives within McCormick’s U.S. Consumer Products Division (USCPD), contributing to innovation and renovation projects across McCormick’s retail brands.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science (preferred), Chemistry, or a related technical field.
• Minimum three years of product development experience in the food industry
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively within cross-functional teams.
• Strong adaptability, ownership, and professional commitment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical and decision-making abilities.
• Passion for food and flavor.

Nice To Haves

• MS in Food Science
• Experience developing new food products.
• Culinary skills.
• Experience with SAP, product formulary, and retrieval systems.
• Demonstrated curiosity and innovative thinking.

Responsibilities

• Develop and formulate products from concept through commercialization to meet consumer, regulatory, and manufacturing requirements.
• Plan and prioritize project work to meet deadlines and business objectives.
• Manage and protect proprietary technical information, including formulas, ingredient technologies, and manufacturing processes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Marketing, Regulatory, Technical Services, Sensory, etc.) to share updates and align on project actions.
• Partner with McCormick facilities and external co-packers to develop, launch, and optimize products; participate in plant trials as needed.
• Communicate with ingredient suppliers to obtain information and samples to support development activities

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Career growth opportunities
• Flexibility and Support for Diverse Life Stages and Choices
• Wellbeing programs including Physical, Mental and Financial wellness
• Tuition assistance
• Comprehensive health plans covering medical, vision, dental, life and disability benefits
• Family-friendly benefits such as paid parental leave, fertility benefits, Employee Assistance Program, and caregiver support
• Retirement and investment programs including 401(k) and profit-sharing plans

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees