Schreiber Foods · 1 day ago
Principal Scientist
Green Bay, WI
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff
10+ years expSchreiber Foods is seeking an innovative and strategic Principal Scientist to drive the development of new products, processes, and ingredient solutions in the dairy and plant-based sectors. The role involves conducting primary research, applying scientific problem-solving, and serving as a key scientific advisor across the organization to enhance product quality and profitability.
Food and Beverage
Responsibilities
Lead the exploration and development of innovative technologies, ingredients, and processes that align with strategic business goals
Identify and secure resources—equipment, systems, ingredients, and talent—needed to advance innovation
Recognize and develop patentable products and processes through exploratory research
Initiate and conduct primary research on dairy & non-dairy ingredients and core products (milk, natural cheese, process cheese, cream cheese, yogurt, & other products). Leverages strong financial aptitude and expertise in dairy & non-dairy food components and commodity markets to identify product or process opportunities leading to optimizing component usage and profitability
Collaborate cross-functionally to develop impactful new products and processes, while navigating complex internal and external stakeholder relationships
Communicate technical concepts clearly through reports and presentations to influence decision-making. Frequently conduct briefings to senior leaders both within and outside of department
Stay informed on industry trends, regulatory standards, and competitor activity; serve as a key scientific and regulatory resource for the company
Build and maintain a strong network within academia, government, and industry to support innovation and compliance
Successfully negotiate complex and/or difficult situations involving internal and external customers with potentially high business risk or reward
Provide guidance, coaching and training to other employees across Schreiber within area of expertise
Qualification
Required
MBA or Master's degree in Food or Dairy Science, PhD is highly preferred
10+ years experience in industrial R&D with proven track record of dairy research, with ingredients, cheese products, plant-based products, and cultured products experience
Has a broad understanding of dairy food production processes and applies food/dairy chemistry to solve problems
Must have a strong analytical background and expertise in dairy components and technology
Recognized as an industry subject matter expert in the areas of dairy chemistry and processing, and is sought out by others for mentoring, direction, and counsel
Demonstrates strong financial acumen and initiative in exploring, promoting, and implementing new initiatives to improve profitability
Must have expertise and demonstrated results in formal/informal project team leadership
Has a good understanding of patent law and how to apply it for strategic initiatives and recommendations
Enjoys taking on new challenges and opportunities. Highly self-directed person and possesses proper level of judgment to review ideas/plans with leadership. Works very well with others to achieve project goals and significantly higher company profitability. Strong knowledge of formulations management tools
Ability to travel up to 15%
Valid driver's license, auto insurance (at least state minimum- more might be required), acceptable driving record per Schreiber Foods discretion, and vehicle that will ensure applicant can meet the travel necessities of the position are required
Authorization to work in the country in which the role is based
Benefits
Get not one, but TWO retirement benefits. When you join our employee-owned company, you’ll be part of our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) from day one. In addition to an 8% 401(k) match into the ESOP, Schreiber will contribute an extra amount – about 8% of your earnings – toward your retirement every year. That’s a company contribution of around 16% in retirement savings annually. That’s hard to beat!
Earn bonus pay. You’ll have an opportunity to earn incentive pay twice a year when we meet our company goals.
Ready to make a move? Receive a $10,000 relocation bonus PLUS a generous relocation package if relocating more than 50 miles for a U.S. Salaried position.
Childcare costs. Get up to $5,000 annually to help you with the cost of childcare. Monthly contributions toward childcare expenses, including independent babysitters.
Earn $ for focusing on your health. Depending on your medical plan enrollment, earn $1,200 in your HSA or as a cash payout for prevention activities. Plus, use your $600 lifestyle spending account for reimbursements related to health, fitness, weight management, mental health and social wellness.
Pursue development that’s relevant to your role, career goals and the company. Plus, we offer tuition reimbursement if you want to further your education to grow in your role at Schreiber.
Get access to medical, prescription drug, dental and vision benefits starting day one. This includes an onsite nurse and mental health counselor.
Experience caring like you’ve never experienced it before. We have a program that’s completely organized by and for other partners who need extra help. It’s called Partners Helping Partners. We have hundreds of examples of partners organizing fundraisers to help out others going through a hard time.
Company
Schreiber Foods
Schreiber provides dairy favorites to people around the globe.
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Ron Dunford
President and CEO
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