Scientist RD - Product Dev Next Generation Ingredient Technology
Scientist RD - Product Dev Next Generation Ingredient Technology
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$ 77800 - 97300
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Job Description
Scientist R&D Product Development (Next Generation Ingredient & Technology)
Job Summary:
The Kraft Heinz Next Generation Ingredients R&D team is seeking a highly motivated scientist to join our team in Glenview IL. As a key member of our team you will lead the discovery development and scaleup of new product concepts and ingredient technologies leveraging your technical expertise and handson laboratory experience. This role requires a strong technical background intellectual curiosity and excellent communication and collaboration skills. This is a great opportunity for a scientist excited about continuous learning and having an impact on the business today and the future.
Key Responsibilities:
Design execute and summarize benchtop experiments and pilot plant trials communicating results to technical and nontechnical teams
Apply scientific principles to new situations and products with moderate autonomy
Evaluate ingredient functionality and process interactions in various food matrices with a focus on products high in protein and containing protein ingredients (animal and nonanimal based)
Develop and scale new product concepts / new technologies across multiple categories while showing excitement and ability to learn about new product categories
Collaborate with crossfunctional teams including Marketing Operations Quality and Procurement to drive projects from concept to commercialization
Communicate with suppliers and external partners to drive innovation and growth
Stay up to date on relevant research advancements and market trends
Requirements:
MS in Food Science Chemistry Biology Engineering or related field (PhD preferred)
2 years of handson laboratory experience in a technical function can include graduate work)
Experience reading and analyzing academic literature with the ability to apply scientific principles to new situations. Familiarity with reading patents is also a plus
Strong understanding of protein functionality ingredient interactions and process/packaging relationships
Excellent critical thinking problemsolving and communication skills
Experience with Design of Experiments laboratory experimentation scaleup and data analysis
Ability to prioritize and manage complexity deal with ambiguity and build strong relationships
Experience with protein ingredients
Familiarity with food industry trends and technologies
Willingness to travel up to 30 of the time
Our Total Rewards philosophy is to provide a meaningful and flexible spectrum of programs that equitably support our diverse workforce and their families and complement Kraft Heinz strategy and values.
New Hire Base Salary Range:
$77800.00 $97300.00Bonus: This position is eligible for a performancebased bonus as provided by the plan terms and governing documents.
The compensation offered will take into account internal equity and may vary depending on the candidates geographic region jobrelated knowledge skills and experience among other factors
Benefits: Coverage for employees (and their eligible dependents) through affordable access to healthcare protection and savingfor the future we offer plans tailored to meet you and your familys needs. Coveragefor benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.
Wellbeing: We offer events resources and learning opportunities that inspire aphysical social emotional and financial wellbeing lifestyle for our employees and their families.
Youll 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:
Physical Medical Prescription Drug Dental Vision Screenings/Assessments
Social Paid Time Off Company Holidays Leave of Absence Flexible Work Arrangements Recognition Training
Emotional Employee Assistance Program Wellbeing Programs Family Support Programs
Financial 401kLife Accidental Death & Dismemberment Disability
Location(s)
Glenview R&D CenterKraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes.In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for protected individuals applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact for assistance.
Employment Type
Full-Time
