Kroger · 1 day ago
Product Development Scientist
1014 Vine St, Cincinnati, OH, 45202, US
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
4+ years expKroger is the nation’s largest grocer, and they are seeking a Product Development Scientist to enhance their Corporate Food Technology. The role involves evaluating new processes and technologies, improving product quality, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.
GroceryMarketingMeat and PoultryRetailRetail Technology
Responsibilities
Assist in evaluating and recommending new processes, programs, equipment and technologies appropriate to Kroger manufacturing, distribution, quality assurance or retailing
Work with internal and external teams to develop and improve new and existing product processes while containing costs and maintaining or improving product quality
Follow regulatory and technological changes that may affect the food industry
Assist in coordinating activities and projects with both internal manufacturing plants and external contracted manufacturers, both food and non-food consumer products
Provide leadership to manufacturing operations to troubleshoot product and/or processing problems and find solutions
Work with plant teams in resolving differences in manufacturing processes between multiple operation locations that will improve the quality and costs of products and increase efficiencies
Demonstrate excellence in project planning and execution through best use of resources to shorten the time to project completion
Effectively and simultaneously manage multiple projects for multiple customers
Perform pilot plant development work and conduct plant trials of new products and processes
Reformulate products as prudent to reduce ingredient and manufacturing costs while maintaining and/or improving product quality
Provide technical assistance related to testing techniques and quality assurance procedures for plants
Audit products for quality and manage audit follow-up projects to improve quality
Audit plant batching operations and analyze consumer comments
Prepare and maintain material specification documents
Work with Sensory Manager to organize and coordinate consumer panels
Review product label proofs to ensure compliance with all labeling and claim regulations
Travel as required for execution of essential job duties
Direct activities of lab technical staff as needed
Follow established programs, policies and practices to produce safe, quality foods that meet regulatory and company requirements
Support the development, implementation, maintenance, and ongoing improvement of the SQF Systems
Accountable to the Kroger Manufacturing Food Safety and Quality Principles
Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in food science, dairy science/bakery science or related field
Experience in product development or plant production
Proficient in Microsoft Office
Excellent oral/written communication skills
Proven project leadership skills
Preferred
Demonstrated excellence in project planning, problem solving and execution
Experience with multiple food and/or non-food categories
4 years of experience in product technical service or plant production
Experience managing diverse, complex or high-risk product categories
Benefits
A wide range of healthcare coverage, including affordable, comprehensive medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage, through company plans or collective bargaining agreement plans.
Flexible scheduling in full- and part-time roles with paid time off, including holiday and sick pay based on eligibility and length of service.
Emotional and financial support with free counseling through our Employee Assistance Program and free, confidential financial tools and coaching with Goldman Sachs Ayco.
Valuable associate discounts on purchases, including food, travel, technology and so much more.
Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement over your career, through our industry-leading Continuing Education program.
Vast potential for growth, through an abundance of industry-leading training programs and diverse career pathways.
Company
Kroger
Kroger is a grocery retail store that provides a wide variety of product for customers and community.
10001+ employees
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Funding
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Leadership Team
Ronald Sargent
Interim Chief Executive Officer
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