Sr. Associate, R&D

The Hain Celestial Group•Boulder, CO

3d•$69,000 - $80,100•Hybrid

About The Position

The Sr. Associate, Research and Development provides support in business continuity, cost savings and new product development projects. Intention to work within several Meal Prep categories as needed, to assist with diversifying the Company’s product offering and maintaining business continuity.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree or higher in food science, food process engineering or appropriate biological sciences
Minimum 1-3 years of experience with bench product development
Excellent organizational skills, ability to prioritize multiple projects and strong attention to detail
Computer skills including MS Office programs such as Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate (verbal/writing) effectively
Self-motivated / self-starter and strong analytical / problem solving skills
Ability to collaborate at all levels of the organization and across other functional areas
Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality

Nice To Haves

Preferred knowledge of the Consumer Packaged Goods industry
Knowledge of organic regulations or natural foods a plus
Experience with sensory a plus

Responsibilities

Attends weekly cross functional team meetings with R&D, marketing personnel, and others to discuss projects and associated timelines, goals, and objectives
Partners with Procurement, Operations, and vendors to coordinate plant trial and production processes
Attends live plant trials, startups, and other travel as requested
Performs appropriate bench work to produce prototypes of new products
Gathers and reviews all appropriate documentation for certifying body approval (organic, kosher), NLEA and other regulatory requirements
Collaborates with Quality to ensure food safety, SQF and HACCP program requirements are met and to provide product specifications and other related information to populate the technical database
Participates in sensory panels
Monitors ingredients and packaging components to identify potential cost savings measures
Learns the various manufacturing equipment capabilities associated with the processes for which products are developed
Maintains ongoing research and knowledge of technical service developments inclusive of potential opportunities or products and current developments
Assists with other projects, as needed