Sr. R&D Scientist
Branding Iron Holdings•Sauget, IL
•$140,000 - $170,000
About The Position
The Senior R&D Scientist leads formula and process development initiatives for new and existing products, focusing on innovation and operational excellence. This role is hands-on, driving product development from ideation through commercialization, and collaborating across departments to support strategic objectives.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Meat Science, Food Science, Chemistry, Engineering, or related field
- 5–10 years of industry experience, or 3–8 years with a graduate degree
- Processing and operations experience a plus
- Proven leadership skills and ability to manage teams
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
- Excellent communication and project management abilities
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel)
Nice To Haves
- Graduate degree (MS/PhD) preferred
Responsibilities
- Lead end-to-end development of new products, from concept creation to full-scale manufacturing
- Conduct ingredient research and source novel components for innovative formulations and cost reduction opportunities
- Design and execute structured ideation processes aligned with company goals and consumer trends
- Develop and optimize recipes for flavor, texture, nutrition, and shelf life, ensuring regulatory and quality standards
- Plan and conduct plant trials, oversee scale-up, and troubleshoot technical challenges
- Create and manage product specifications and bill of materials (BOM) reviews
- Maintain accurate records and analyze reports
- Ownership of formulas and production instructions until proven successful
- Provide onsite monitoring and technical assistance during product testing and manufacturing
- Lead commercialization of product changes and implementation of new items and processes
- Document all R&D activities, formulations, and ingredient specifications with attention to detail
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement new formulations, processes, and equipment
- Identify and lead projects to drive revenue and margin growth
- Stay abreast of industry trends, new technologies, and market dynamics in meat science, food safety, and food processing
- Other duties as assigned
Benefits
- Competitive base salary ($140,000-170,000 annual annually)
- Full benefits package, including medical/ vision/ dental/life insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off
- Annual incentive program based on individual and company performance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
