Sr. Food Scientist-Principal Scientist
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Job Location:
Cook County, IL - USA
Yearly Salary:
USD 100000 - 150000
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job Purpose
Senior Research and Development Scientist is responsible for leading the development and commercialization of both new and existing concepts working independently from concept to implementation. Key functionals areas include cookies bars crackers gluten free and extruded snacks. Reports directly to the VP of Research and Development
Job Responsibilities
Plan and execute product development activities from concept through commercialization with a key eye toward manufacturing process
Oversee the transfer of technical knowledge to Operations team post commercialization
Develop research programs to drive cost optimizations
Identify problems and drive cross functional explorations to determine root cause
Work effectively with Manufacturing and Supply Chain during commercialization
Provide recommendations on specifications and quality criteria for new and existing products
Collaborate with both internal and external partners including Procurement Marketing Project Management Sales Regulatory Procurement Quality and Operations
Provide technical leadership within the organization and to our clients
Simultaneously execute multiple projects with flexibility to redirect efforts as needed
Mentor and direct activities of other scientists on the team
Other duties as needed or designed. (insert in all job descriptions)
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB
An individual in this position must be able to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of this position.
Education and experience
5 years of experience in food product development with an emphasis on plant commercialization of bakery products
Proven track record of bringing new concepts to life
Experience in mentoring team members
BS or MS in Food Science Food Engineering or Bakery Science preferred. Other educational backgrounds may be considered along with commensurate experience in plant commercialization
Travel Required
This position may travel between different manufacturing facilities as needed all located within 30 min of each other and may need to be at more than one facility on the same day
No overnight travel is required
Required Experience:
Staff IC
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