The Hershey Company · 6 hours ago
Sr Research Scientist R&D US CMG Sweets
Hershey, PA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
0+ years expThe Hershey Company is seeking a Senior Research Scientist Sweets to provide project leadership on multiple medium complexity projects. This role involves leading product development, interacting with cross-functional teams, and applying scientific principles to drive innovation in the Sweets and Refreshment space.
ConfectioneryFood and BeverageManufacturingService IndustrySnack Food
Responsibilities
Lead product development projects which provide innovative new products in the Sweets and Refreshment space
Perform prototyping and development from bench top to pilot plant to full manufacturing scale
Interact closely with a cross functional group of technical, professional, and managerial staff of R&D, as well as production, engineering, and marketing
Understand the business impact of the projects
Apply technical rigor and scientific principles and practices
Provide input for technical feasibility for new product concepts
Partnering with Supply Chain to provide technical support to drive quality and value improvement in products and process
Qualification
Required
Experience leading innovation initiatives, which could include product development, quality improvement, cost improvement, technology validation and process optimization
Demonstrated ability to learn new technical knowledge and apply it during development and commercialization processes
Demonstrated experience in learning and applying process platforms
Strong knowledge of various technical disciplines (Sensory, Research, Engineering and Packaging)
Knowledge of key steps in the development of capital projects, including commercialization, equipment selection, equipment acquisition, commissioning and start-up of process equipment and systems, and troubleshooting
Understanding of the impact of the key processing parameters in the conversion of raw ingredient and in-process material to finished product and critical for the day-to-day operation of a line
Demonstrated Influencing skills
Proven administrative ability, decision-making skills, financial understanding, business integration skills, and technical expertise
Demonstrated problem solving and evaluation capabilities
Excellent troubleshooting skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Must be open to and comfortable with change
The candidate must be able to work independently, and as part of a team in a fast-paced, growth-oriented business
PhD in Food Science, Chemistry, Biology or related field with 0-2 years of experience, MS in 2-4 years related experience, or BS with 4-6 years of experience
Preferred
Specific technical knowledge in sweets & refreshments (chewy sweets, high boiled sweets, and polyols) a plus
Company
The Hershey Company
The Hershey Company is headquartered in Hershey, Pa., and is an industry-leading snacks company with a purpose to make more moments of goodness through its iconic brands.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$4.62B2025-10-21Post Ipo Debt· $1.88B
2025-02-19Post Ipo Debt· $2B
2023-05-01Post Ipo Debt· $750M
Leadership Team
Kirk Tanner
Chief Executive Officer
Michele Buck
President & CEO
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