Senior Scientist, R&D - Product Development

The Kraft Heinz Company
United States
Workplace: HybridFull timeUSD 89,800 - 112,200Function: Research & Scientific (R&D)Experience: 4+ yearsEducation: bachelorsSkills: ["Communication","Influencing","Project management","Problem-solving","Teamwork"]

Provide technical leadership across the North American Elevate Growth team by scoping, driving, and executing highly technical R&D projects for innovation and renovation. Own feasibility assessments, prototype development, costing, factory trials, and recipe/label documentation for new and renovated products in the Sauces & Condiments portfolio, including shelf-life assessment and technical support. Collaborate cross-functionally, communicate results, and commercialize products while managing multiple assignments with minimal guidance.

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The Kraft Heinz Company
The Kraft Heinz Company
1 month ago

Senior Scientist, R&D - Product Development

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Job Summary

Provide technical leadership across the North American Elevate Growth team by scoping, driving, and executing highly technical R&D projects for innovation and renovation. Own feasibility assessments, prototype development, costing, factory trials, and recipe/label documentation for new and renovated products in the Sauces & Condiments portfolio, including shelf-life assessment and technical support. Collaborate cross-functionally, communicate results, and commercialize products while managing multiple assignments with minimal guidance.
Location: United States
Workplace: Hybrid
Employment Type: Full time
Job Function: Research & Scientific (R&D)
Seniority: Mid level

Key Responsibilities

  • •Develop and commercialize new products and renovate existing products across the Sauces & Condiments portfolio.
  • •Scope and drive highly technical, complex projects to meet platform and innovation objectives.
  • •Conduct feasibility assessments, prototype development, costing, and supervise factory trials.
  • •Develop recipes, factory documentation, and recipe/label documentation, including technical approval and shelf-life assessment.
  • •Provide technical support for initial factory production and apply scientific principles to new situations.
Travel: Medium travel

Pay and Benefits

Salary: USD 89,800 - 112,200
Perks:Health InsuranceDentalVision401kPaid Leave

Key Requirements

  • •BS/MS in Food Science or Chemical Engineering.
  • •Minimum 4 years relevant experience with a Bachelor’s (or 3 years with a Master’s, or 2 years with a PhD).
  • •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.
Experience:4+ years
Education:Bachelor's in Food Science or Chemical Engineering
Skills:CommunicationInfluencingProject managementProblem-solvingTeamwork

Company Brief

The Kraft Heinz Company
The Kraft Heinz Company is a global food and beverage company producing iconic packaged foods and condiments across categories like cheese, meals, condiments, and beverages, serving retail, foodservice, and consumer markets worldwide.
Industry: Food & Beverage
Company Size: Enterprise (1,001+ employees)
Revenue: USD 1B+
Growth: Public Company
Valuation: Public Company (Market Cap in USD)
Funding: IPO / Publicly Listed
Headquarters: Chicago, United States
Founded: 2015
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