ASSOCIATE PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT & QUALITY SCIENTIST/ENGINEER; (Hybrid, Mpls)
ASSOCIATE PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT & QUALITY SCIENTIST/ENGINEER; (Hybrid, Mpls)
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$ 56400 - 101500
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Job Description
Pay is based on several factors which vary based on include labor markets and in some instancesmay include education work experience and addition to your pay Target cares about and invests in you as a team member so that you can take care of yourself and your family. Target offers eligible team members and their dependents comprehensive health benefits and programs which may include medical vision dental life insurance and more to help you and your family take care of your whole benefits for eligible team members include 401(k) employee discount short term disability long term disability paid sick leave paid national holidays and paid competitive benefits from financial and education to well-being and beyond at PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT & QUALITY SCIENTIST/ ENGINEER (hybrid Mpls)
About us:
Target is an iconic brand a Fortune 50 company and one of Americas leading retailers.
At the heart of one of the worlds best-loved and most recognizable brands is an impeccable Product Development & Design organization. We thrive on the magic of discovering that just-right thing and we infuse everything we do with our passion for delighting our guests. We concept develop make and deliver the great tasting new favorites that Target guests expect and deserve. We are uber-savvy trend design and quality experts who stay ahead of the curve proactively identifying our markets needs and exceeding them every time. Join one of our dynamic and inventive teams to influence the design quality and value that decisively position Target above the competition. Your input will have a direct and positive effect whether on convenient meals snacking favorites giftables or pantry staples. Here you will be close to the action of dreaming up and bringing to life the Target-owned brands that surprise and gratify guests wherever and whenever they love to shop.
A role with Food Product Development means being on a team of engineers and food scientists who create products that truly embody the intent of Target-owned brands. Can you ensure that each product has that just-right mix of taste quality and value Do you love to create product solutions that help meet strategic business goals Then you will have success on our talented and innovative team.
Key Responsibilities:
As a Scientist/ Engineer on our Product Development and Quality team you will use your skills experience and guest centric mindset to support development of products for Targets owned brand food portfolio. You will work to identify and mitigate quality risks and develop and implement processes to ensure quality and consistency of our owned brands. You will collaborate with the product development and compliance teams to monitor in market quality and work closely with vendors to ensure that our quality standards and brand vision is clearly understood and successfully brought to life with every product we offer. Key accountabilities include:
Collaborates with cross-functional teams to develop testing plans to ensure quality and consistency of in-market products.
Develop and document analytical testing methodology procedures and validations including new instrumentation. Maintains records database and other reporting tools.
Expertly performs and documents physical chemical and sensory testing of finished products.
Analyzes data and identifies trends in defects or errors. Creates reports of in-market product testing results. Works with cross functional teams to identify root cause and necessary corrective actions.
Develops maintains and ensures compliance with quality standards.
Provides training and coaching to team members.
Support and manage the development of specifications and product standards
Support product development and quality improvement initiatives and commercialization of a diverse assortment of Target brand products.
Lead and prioritize work within and across complex fast paced overlapping deliveries to ensure efforts support business objectives.
We will support you along the way with robust onboarding as well as personal and career development to help you grow as a strong Food Product Development Scientist/ Engineer. The exciting part of retail It is always changing! Core responsibilities of this job are described within this job description. Job duties may change at any time due to business needs
About you:
Bachelor or Master of Science degree in Food Science or related fields
Non-traditional background will be considered with 5 years direct food product development or quality management experience
Knowledge of quality management and specification development practices
Experience working in collaboration with contract manufacturing and vendors to ensure quality and consistency of products as designed a plus
Working knowledge of Good Laboratory Practices
Beginning knowledge of quality management concepts and product development practices
Strong communication collaboration problem solving and strategic thinking skills
Ability to successfully work in a team environment
Outstanding teamwork communication collaboration and initiative skills
Proficient in Microsoft Excel Word Outlook and PowerPoint skills
Willing to travel up to 20% time
Benefits Eligibility
Please paste this url into your preferred browser to learn about benefits eligibility for this role: with Disabilities Act (ADA)In compliance with state and federal laws Target will make reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process please reach out to Application deadline is : 08/11/2025Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
