Sci, R&D - Product Dev

The Kraft Heinz Company • Glenview, IL

3d • $77,800 - $97,300 • Onsite

About The Position

The candidate will be an R&D resource for technical projects to meet business initiatives focused on innovation, productivity, quality improvement, and brand maintenance. Bringing a problem-solving mindset is critical to this position. Responsibilities include designing and executing product testing, analyzing data, drawing and documenting conclusions, communicating results, and supporting product commercialization. Strong communication and teamwork skills are essential in a dynamic, cross-functional environment. This position requires managing multiple assignments, tasks, and timelines concurrently.

Requirements

• BS in Food Science, Food Engineering, Dairy Science, Meat Science, Chemical Engineering, Biological Engineering, or related field plus a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience; or master’s degree plus a minimum of 1 year of relevant experience; or PhD with no relevant experience required.
• Product development and commercialization experience
• Understanding of ingredient functionality and interrelationship of ingredients and process
• Excellent communication, influencing, prioritization, and project management skills
• Strong critical thinking skills and ability to make connections to the big picture
• Ability to lead, coach, and motivate others
• Manage multiple assignments/tasks concurrently with the ability to question the priority of work
• Willingness to travel approximately 30% of the time

Responsibilities

• Support and lead the commercialization of reformulated or new 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
• Execute benchtop, pilot plant and plant trials to support project goals as well as shelf-life assessments
• 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
• Willingness to travel up to 30%. Travel could include (but not limited to): United States and Canada internal plants, co-manufacturers, and suppliers.

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.
• Events, resources, and learning opportunities that inspire a physical, social, emotional, and financial well-being lifestyle for our employees and their families.
• Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision, Screenings/Assessments
• Paid Time Off, Company Holidays, Leave of Absence, Flexible Work Arrangements, Recognition, Training
• Employee Assistance Program , Wellbeing Programs, Family Support Programs
• 401k, Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Disability

What This Job Offers

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