General Mills · 1 day ago
Associate Principal Meat Scientist - Pet - Golden Valley, MN
Golden Valley, MN
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$109K/yr - $164K/yr
5+ years expGeneral Mills is seeking an Associate Principal Meat Scientist to lead technology creation at the interface of meat systems and functional ingredients. This role involves collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to develop and implement strategies for high-quality animal protein sources in pet foods.
Food and BeverageFood ProcessingManufacturingSnack FoodWholesale
No H1B
Responsibilities
Develop and implement strategies to ensure a sustainable supply of high-quality animal protein sources for our meat-rich pet foods and treats
Design and characterize meat-based matrices that optimize texture, binding, and water activity in various product matrices
Evaluate novel ingredients and technologies to identify opportunities to enhance the quality, palatability, and functionality of our pet food products
Design, execute, and analyze pilot plant and plant trials, collecting critical data to inform product development and process improvements
Translate laboratory discoveries into scalable formulations for multiple product formats
Provide technical support for the successful implementation of developed solutions in commercialized products
Establish and maintain rigorous quality control procedures and ingredient specification development for meat ingredients and finished products, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and company standards
Remain current on regulatory and scientific advances in meat and functional ingredient science relevant to pet food
Qualification
Required
PhD in Meat Science, Food Science or a related field
5+ years of experience in food, pet food, or protein innovation environments
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills
Proficiency in data analysis and statistical software
Ability to work independently, manage multiple projects concurrently, and meet deadlines
Advanced strategic thinking, organizational planning, decision-making, and influencing skills
Willingness to travel up to 25% of the time
Preferred
3+ years of experience in the pet food industry is highly preferred
Strong understanding of protein denaturation, water binding, and rheological properties in complex meat systems
Direct experience in pet food formulation and product development
Understanding of the role of animal protein in pet food formulation, including its impact on functionality and nutritional value
Experience with sensory evaluation techniques for pet food
Familiarity with pet food manufacturing processes, including extrusion, canning, and dry food production
Experience in technical mentoring and coaching other team members
Demonstrated project management skills with a strong sense of accountability and ownership
Solution-oriented mindset with a proactive approach to problem-solving
Benefits
Foundation of health benefits
Retirement and financial wellbeing
Time off programs
Wellbeing support and perks
Annual incentive program
Company
General Mills
General Mills is a food company that manufactures and markets branded consumer foods.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$2.7B2024-10-15Post Ipo Debt· $2.7B
1928-11-30IPO
Leadership Team
Asheesh Saksena
Chief Growth Officer
Jacqueline R. Williams Roll
Chief Human Resources Officer
Recent News
2026-01-07
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