Sr. Food Scientist

TreeHouse Foods

Oak Brook, Illinois, US
Base: $82,600 to $123,800 annually; bonus/equity: ...
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree in food science or related field
Minimum 5 years food product development experience
Experience with powdered beverage or dry mix categories
TreeHouse Foods is seeking a Senior Food Scientist for their R&D team in Oak Brook, Illinois. The role involves leading product development and commercialization for powdered beverages and dry mixes, requiring collaboration across various departments

Job Summary

  • This role leads the development and commercialization of new products and cost optimization initiatives across powdered beverage and dry mix categories.
  • The company offers a comprehensive benefits package including immediate access to four weeks of vacation, a 401(k) match, and paid training through DevelopU.
  • Candidates will work closely with Marketing, Sales, Quality, and Operations teams to deliver innovative, high-quality products that meet business needs.

Matching Summary

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TreeHouse Foods is seeking a Senior Food Scientist for their R&D team in Oak Brook, Illinois. The role involves leading product development and commercialization for powdered beverages and dry mixes, requiring collaboration across various departments.

Salary

Base: $82,600 to $123,800 annually; Bonus/Equity: Eligible for annual discretionary merit compensation award, bonus, and equity pay; Benefits: Competitive program with no waiting period, 401(k) match, and comprehensive PTO

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Bachelor's degree in Food Science or related field
  • Minimum 5 years food product development experience
  • Experience with powdered beverage or dry mix categories
  • Strong understanding of ingredient functionality in dry systems
  • Ability to lead product development from concept to commercialization

Nice-to-have

  • Master's degree in Food Science or Food Engineering
  • Experience presenting technical concepts to customers
  • Strong project management skills for multiple priorities
  • Mentoring capabilities for less experienced team members
  • Collaborative cross-functional communication skills

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Food Science required
  • Master's degree preferred
  • 5+ years progressive experience in food product development
  • Full-time hybrid role based in Oak Brook, IL
  • Up to 30% travel required for plant trials

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