Kraft Heinz · 1 day ago
Senior Scientist, R&D – Product Development - (Sauces & Condiments)
Warrendale, PA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$88K/yr - $110K/yr
5+ years expKraft Heinz is a leading food company known for its innovative products, and they are seeking a Senior Scientist in R&D for Product Development. This role involves directing and executing technical projects for the Sauces & Condiments portfolio, focusing on new product development and renovation while collaborating in a cross-functional team environment.
Food and BeverageFood ProcessingMeat and PoultryTobacco
Hiring Manager
Mayur Kumar
Responsibilities
Responsible for developing and commercializing new products and renovating existing products across the Sauces & Condiments portfolio
The candidate will be scoping and/or driving highly technical and complex projects to meet the business’ platform and innovation 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 initial 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 5 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% (both and air travel and driving up to 4 hours)
Preferred
Sauce and condiment experience preferred
Experience with clean label and natural ingredients
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: We offer events, resources, and learning opportunities that inspire a physical, social, emotional, and financial well-being lifestyle for our employees and their families.
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
2015-03-25Acquired
Leadership Team
Carlos Abrams-Rivera
Chief Executive Officer
Andre Maciel
Chief Financial Officer
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