Scientist- R&D Product Dev - Meats

General information
All posting locations Glenview, Illinois, United States of America
Job Function 10 - R&D
Date Published 07-Apr-2023
Ref # R-68753
Remote, Hybrid or Onsite Hybrid
Description & Requirements
This is a Research and Development (R&D) role leading product development project initiatives across Core Meats categories (Oscar Mayer- Just Crack- Lunchables- & Convenient Breafkast) within the Fresh- Beverages- and Desserts (FBD) business unit. The candidate will be developing and executing work plans and driving for results to meet business initiatives focused on growth- productivity- brand maintenance- and quality improvement. This includes basic understanding of the business need- commercialization- designing and executing tests- analyzing data- drawing conclusions- documenting- and communicating results to both technical and non-technical audiences. Proven communication and teamwork skills are essential in this role- which operates in a dynamic cross-functional environment. The candidate must also have a strong technical background and ability to think critically to apply prior knowledge and scientific principles to new situations. This position requires an individual to manage multiple assignments/tasks concurrently with support. Collaboration- growth-oriented mindset- and flexibility are a must.
Key Components of the role

• Demonstrate the willingness and ability to learn new product categories and/or processing/packaging areas
• Direct communication with suppliers and manufacturing partners
• Work with cross functional teams to lead and support component snacking projects from concept to commercialization- including Marketing- Operations- Quality- and Procurement
• Call out and discuss priority conflicts between a variety of business initiatives
• Design and execute plant trials- then summarize and translate results clearly for technical and non-technical teams
• Adapt and apply scientific principles to new situations/products with support
• Manage multiple assignments/development projects concurrently to meet R&D timelines
• Formula/product commercialization working closely with teams at production plants

Qualifications

• Ability to work collaboratively with others
• Excellent communication- influencing- prioritization- and project management skills
• Understanding of ingredient functionality and interrelationship of ingredients- process- and packaging
• Manage multiple assignments/tasks concurrently with the ability to question the priority of work
• Product development and commercialization experience as well as direct experience with meat and/or cheese are desired but not a prerequisite
• BS/MS in Meat Science- Food Science- Food Engineering- Animal Science- Dairy Science- Chemical Engineering- Biological Engineering- or related field
• Willingness to travel approximately 30% of the time
• Strong critical thinking skills and ability to make connections to the big picture

Work Environment & Schedule

• This position is considered a Normal office environment with limited travel or visits to external locations; offices are open workspaces Additionally- this role requires a Monday through Friday workweek.

Physical Requirements
Physical demands include but not limited to

• Constant keyboard or text input

This job description is not designed to cover or contain all duties or responsibilities that are required of the role. Duties or responsibilities may change or be added with or without notice.
About Us
The Kraft Heinz Company is one of the largest food and beverage companies in the world, with eight $1 billion+ brands and global sales of approximately $25 billion. We’re a globally trusted producer of high-quality, great-tasting, and nutritious foods for over 150 years. Our brands are truly global, with products produced and marketed in over 40 countries. These beloved products include condiments and sauces, cheese and dairy, meals, meats, refreshment beverages, coffee, infant and nutrition products, and numerous other grocery products in a portfolio of more than 200 legacy and emerging brands.
No matter the brand, we’re united under one vision To sustainably grow by delighting more consumers globally. Bringing this vision to life is our team of 39,000+ food lovers, creative thinkers, and high performers worldwide. Together, we help provide meals to those in need through our global partnership with Rise Against Hunger. We also stand committed to responsible, sustainable practices that extend to every facet of our business, our consumers, and our communities. Every day, we’re transforming the food industry with bold thinking and unprecedented results. If you share our passion – and are ready to create the future, build a legacy, and lead as a global citizen – there’s only one thing to do join our table and let’s make life delicious!
Our Culture of Ownership, Meritocracy and Collaboration
We're not afraid to think differently. Embrace new ideas. Dream big. We empower our people at every level – from entry-level intern to senior leader – to own their work. We share a responsibility to think like Owners – to be mindful of the collective and sustained success of Kraft Heinz – which we apply to every situation, every day.
As part of Kraft Heinz, you're supported to grow and achieve. You’re expected to bring your authentic self to work every day, to lead with humility, and drive outstanding performance at every level – and you’ll be rewarded. You’re given opportunities to leave a mark and build a legacy. But you won’t do it alone. You’re supported by passionate teammates along the way, and our collective, collaborative spirit fuels our incredible progress.
Vaccination & Office Collaboration Expectations
Our highest priority is always the health, wellbeing, and safety of our Kraft Heinz family. We require our office-based, home-based, R&D, and sales team members to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, unless approved for a medical or religious accommodation.
We believe our office environment fuels our collaboration, connection & community as an organization and allows our employees to grow toward greatness. We also believe providing a more flexible and agile model is essential in today’s workplace. A majority of our office-based employees will be able to work remotely for up to two days each week. Additionally, employees who are subject to this hybrid model will be eligible to work from anywhere for up to six weeks in a rolling 12-month period (in maximum two-week increments and according to benefits and tax guidelines). Some jobs may be required to be performed fully in office depending on the role’s responsibilities and requirements.