Kraft Heinz · 12 hours ago
Sr Scientist, R&D - Product Development
Glenview, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$88K/yr - $110K/yr
4+ years expKraft Heinz is a global leader in the food industry, and they are seeking a Senior Scientist for their R&D Product Development team. The role involves providing technical leadership, managing projects focused on productivity in the condiments and sauces portfolio, and collaborating in a cross-functional environment to drive results.
Food and BeverageFood ProcessingMeat and PoultryTobacco
Responsibilities
Responsible for Elevation productivity – ideation, scoping, and execution across the condiments and sauces portfolio
The candidate will be scoping and/or driving highly technical and complex projects to meet the business’ platform and productivity objectives
Opportunities may exist to lead junior developers on projects
Conduct feasibility assessments, prototype development, costing, supervision of factory trials, development of recipe and factory documentation, recipe and label development, technical approval, shelf-life assessment and technical support for factory production
Apply prior learning or scientific principles to new situations
Manage multiple assignments/ tasks concurrently and demonstrate the ability to complete work with minimal guidance
Exhibiting a collaborative mindset and applying innovative solutions are a must
Qualification
Required
BS/MS in Food Science or Chemical Engineering
Minimum of 4 years in a Technical Function (which can include internship work)
Solid understanding of food chemistry, analytical testing, formulations, and processing used in food manufacturing
Understanding of ingredient functionality and interrelationship of ingredients, process, and packaging
Excellent communication, influencing, project management and problem-solving skills
Ability to lead, coach and motivate others
Manage multiple assignments/tasks concurrently with the ability to question the priority of work
Strong understanding of Design of Experiments
Willingness to travel 30%
Preferred
Sauce and condiment experience preferred
Experience in productivity scoping and pipeline building a plus
Benefits
Coverage for employees (and their eligible dependents) through affordable access to healthcare, protection, and saving for the future, we offer plans tailored to meet you and your family’s needs.
Wellbeing
Physical - Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision, Screenings/Assessments
Social - Paid Time Off, Company Holidays, Leave of Absence, Flexible Work Arrangements, Recognition, Training
Emotional – Employee Assistance Program , Wellbeing Programs, Family Support Programs
Financial – 401k, Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Disability
Company
Kraft Heinz
Kraft Heinz is a multinational food and beverage company offering a diverse range of condiments, sauces, snacks, cheese, and frozen foods.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$20M2019-06-10Post Ipo Equity· $20M
2015-07-06IPO
Leadership Team
Andre Maciel
Chief Financial Officer
Angel Shelton Willis
Executive Vice President, Global General Counsel & Corporate Affairs Officer
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