Manager, R&d – Sensory Capabilities Lab

KraftHeinz

Glenview, IL, United States
Base: $104,200.00 - $130,200.00; bonus/equity: per...
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Sensory science technical lead
Manage sensory support team
Onsite sensory testing capabilities
** Kraft Heinz is seeking a Manager for their Sensory Capabilities Lab in Glenview, IL. The role focuses on leading sensory science efforts, mentoring a team, and ensuring high-quality sensory testing to drive product excellence. **

Job Summary

  • Serve as a technical lead for sensory science, providing expert guidance and driving product excellence through scientific data.
  • Lead the growth and professional development of the sensory support team, offering advanced technical mentorship and managing lab resources and budgets.
  • Own planning, timelines, and execution of sensory testing and cooking validation, acting as a primary consultant to R&D project teams on experimental design and data quality.

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** Kraft Heinz is seeking a Manager for their Sensory Capabilities Lab in Glenview, IL. The role focuses on leading sensory science efforts, mentoring a team, and ensuring high-quality sensory testing to drive product excellence. **

Salary

Base: $104,200.00 - $130,200.00; Bonus/Equity: Performance-based bonus; Benefits: Healthcare, protection, saving for the future, wellbeing programs

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Sensory science technical lead
  • Manage sensory support team
  • Onsite sensory testing capabilities
  • Descriptive analysis and discrimination testing
  • Data hygiene and LIMS use
  • Experimental design and panel selection
  • Sensory LIMS and digital tools

Nice-to-have

  • Foster collaborative team spirit
  • People-first approach to leadership
  • Proactive mindset for evolving processes
  • Align sensory activities with R&D goals

Key Requirements

  • BS in Food Science or Physical Science
  • 6+ years of experience in Sensory Science
  • Experience managing lab operations and budgets
  • Proficiency with sensory methodologies (QDA)
  • Proficiency with sensory LIMS/tools (RedJade)

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