Scientist, R&D - Product Dev

The Kraft Heinz Company•Glenview, IL

3d•$68,900 - $86,100•Onsite

About The Position

Kraft Heinz is hiring for multiple product development roles supporting projects across its North America R&D teams and brands, including Philadelphia Cream Cheese, Lunchables, and OM Bites. The role implements and drives technical projects that support business initiatives. It requires a technical background, strong written and verbal communication, the ability to apply scientific principles to new situations, and the ability to manage multiple assignments with minimal guidance. Collaboration and creative problem-solving are important. The Scientist conducts laboratory experiments and product testing, leads formula scale-up, creates formulations and product specifications, and supports new product development and commercialization as well as renovation of existing products. The role works with cross-functional partners to scope and deliver projects, and supports activities ranging from feasibility assessment and prototype development through factory documentation, technical approval, shelf-life assessment, and initial production support. Travel up to 30% is expected. The position is based at the Glenview R&D Center. The stated new-hire base salary range is $68,900 to $86,100, and the role is eligible for a performance-based bonus. Kraft Heinz describes benefits and wellbeing programs that may vary by role and other factors.

Requirements

B.S. or M.S. degree in Food, Dairy, or Meat Science, Chemical Engineering, or a related technical field.
Strong understanding of Design of Experiments, food chemistry, analytical testing, formulations, and processing used in food manufacturing.
Good communication, critical thinking, and investigation skills.
Ability to manage multiple assignments or tasks concurrently and prioritize work.
Willingness to travel up to 30%.

Nice To Haves

Previous dairy experience.
Internship or co-op experience in the food or consumer products industry.

Responsibilities

Conduct benchtop experiments in the laboratory.
Test new products for flavor, texture, color, nutritional content, shelf life, and compliance with government and industry standards.
Lead Pilot Plant and Product Plant scale-up of formulas.
Create product formulations, conduct shelf-life studies, and document product specifications.
Develop and commercialize new products, renovate existing products, review and evaluate ingredients, and deliver cost savings.
Collaborate with Packaging, Quality, Operations, Project Management, Marketing, and Sales to drive, scope, and implement projects that meet business objectives.
Support and lead feasibility assessments, prototype development, costing, recipe and factory documentation development, recipe development, technical approval, shelf-life assessments, and technical support for initial factory production.