Sr. Sci, R&D - Product Development
About The Position
This is a technical leadership role providing direction for and execution of productivity projects across all businesses within Kraft Heinz North America. The candidate will be identifying, scoping, and driving technical projects to meet business initiatives. This candidate should have a proven record of executing work plans and driving for results. This includes understanding the business need, designing, and executing tests, analyzing data, drawing conclusions, documenting, communicating results, and commercializing products. Proven communication and teamwork skills are essential in this role, which operates in a cross-functional environment. The candidate must also have a strong technical background and be able to apply prior learning or scientific principles to new situations. This position requires an individual to manage multiple assignments/ tasks concurrently and demonstrate the ability complete work with minimal guidance. Exhibiting a collaborative mindset and applying innovative solutions are a must.
Requirements
- BS/MS in Food Science, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related field
- 3-6 years of experience Product Development and commercialization (which can include internships)
- Strong understanding of key subject matter in areas such as Ingredient Science, Food Chemistry, Processing, and Food Analysis.
- Excellent communication, influencing, and problem solving skills
- Ability to lead, coach and motivate others
- Manage multiple assignments/tasks concurrently with ability to prioritize work
- Willingness to travel 30%
Responsibilities
- Work with cross functional teams, acting as Product lead to drive execution across multiple projects from different business units/product categories
- Manage multiple assignments/research projects concurrently and possess the ability to prioritize between a variety of business initiatives
- Complete packaging testing, qualification and commercialization while working closely with cross-functional team members in laboratory and production environments
- Translate research findings into relevant business opportunities and communicate to cross-functional teams
- Adapt and apply scientific principles to new situations/products
- Specification creation and updating, with attention to detail
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.
- Coverage for benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.
- We offer events, resources, and learning opportunities that inspire a physical, social, emotional, and financial well-being lifestyle for our employees and their families.
- You'll be able to participate in a variety of benefits and wellbeing programs that may vary by role, country, region, union status, and other employment status factors, for example:
- 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Industry
Food Manufacturing
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
