Lead, R&d - Pilot Plant

KraftHeinz

Glenview, IL, US
Base: $141,500.00 - $176,900.00; bonus: performanc...
Hybrid
10+ years food industry manufacturing experience
Bachelor's degree in engineering or food science
Pilot plant process and product development expertise
This role provides full technical responsibility for the Glenview and Warrendale Research & Development Pilot Plants department, driving strategic business initiatives across North America

Job Summary

  • This role provides full technical responsibility for the Glenview and Warrendale Research & Development Pilot Plants department, driving strategic business initiatives across North America.
  • The successful candidate will manage capital, resources, and staffing needs while ensuring strict adherence to safety and GMP procedures within the facilities.
  • Kraft Heinz offers a competitive salary range of $141,500.00 - $176,900.00 along with comprehensive benefits including healthcare, 401k, and flexible work arrangements.

Matching Summary

This role provides full technical responsibility for the Glenview and Warrendale Research & Development Pilot Plants department, driving strategic business initiatives across North America.

Salary

Base: $141,500.00 - $176,900.00; Bonus: Performance-based bonus eligible; Benefits: Healthcare, 401k, PTO, and wellbeing programs

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 10+ years food industry manufacturing experience
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Food Science
  • Pilot plant process and product development expertise
  • HACCP and FSMA regulatory knowledge
  • Team leadership of 30+ employees
  • Budget and resource management for R&D projects

Nice-to-have

  • Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
  • Experience with in-home consumer test production
  • Ability to apply innovative solutions to new situations
  • Proven track record of mentoring and developing staff
  • Knowledge of FDA guidelines for small batch manufacturing

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree required
  • 10+ years of relevant experience
  • HACCP certification desired
  • FSMA and FDA guideline knowledge
  • US work authorization implied by location

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