Sr Scientist, R&d - Product Development

KraftHeinz

Glenview, Illinois, United States
Base: $89,800.00 - $112,200.00; bonus: performance...
Bs/ms in food science or chemical engineering
Minimum of 5 years technical function experience
Strong understanding of food chemistry and formulations
This technical leadership role involves directing and executing projects across the North American Elevate Growth Team to drive innovation and renovation

Job Summary

  • This technical leadership role involves directing and executing projects across the North American Elevate Growth Team to drive innovation and renovation.
  • The candidate will be responsible for developing new products and renovating existing ones within the Sauces & Condiments portfolio, including feasibility assessments and prototype development.
  • Kraft Heinz offers a comprehensive benefits package including healthcare, 401k, paid time off, and wellbeing programs tailored to support diverse workforce needs.

Matching Summary

This technical leadership role involves directing and executing projects across the North American Elevate Growth Team to drive innovation and renovation.

Salary

Base: $89,800.00 - $112,200.00; Bonus: Performance-based bonus eligible; Benefits: Healthcare, 401k, PTO, and wellbeing programs

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • BS/MS in Food Science or Chemical Engineering
  • Minimum of 5 years technical function experience
  • Strong understanding of food chemistry and formulations
  • Excellent communication and project management skills
  • Ability to lead junior developers on projects

Nice-to-have

  • Sauce and condiment industry experience preferred
  • Collaborative mindset with innovative solutions
  • Willingness to travel 30% for factory trials
  • Experience with Design of Experiments methodology
  • Proven record of executing work plans independently

Key Requirements

  • BS/MS degree in Food Science or Chemical Engineering
  • Minimum 5 years experience in a technical function
  • Solid understanding of analytical testing and processing
  • Knowledge of ingredient functionality and interrelationships
  • Experience with shelf-life assessment and recipe development

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