R&D Lead Scientist

About the role

Functions as key technical leader for research and development of new product initiatives from ideation through commercialization and start up. Creates strong networks and alliances with internal customers to design, develop and deliver inventive, consumer preferred products that support brand and company’s strategic objectives.

Responsibilities

• Provides strong technical leadership through collaborative relationships with cross-functional team members to identify innovative brand building initiatives and cost reduction opportunities.
• Led development and optimization efforts for confectionery product formulations from ideation through commercialization and start up.
• Demonstrates keen project management skills including planning, coordinating and communicating through all levels of the organization.
• Leverages cooperative relationships with multiple suppliers to develop inventive, next generation confectionery products that support technology platforms.
• Actively researches consumer and/or competitive trends to provide novel ideas for new product development or improvements to existing products.

Requirements

• B.S. in Food Science or Related Discipline
• 4+ years in confectionery development or related field.
• Possesses strong leadership qualities; planning & execution; training, development & coaching; effective communication (verbal and written); teamwork; and customer focus.
• Strong technical knowledge of a broad range of confectionery products, process equipment, experimental design, and project management.
• Advanced understanding of laboratory, pilot plant, and manufacturing equipment.
• Computer proficiency with PC based systems, required software, and SAP.

Qualifications

• Ability to move throughout plant and office environments
• Ability to communicate clearly and perform essential job functions
• Ability to work extended hours or additional days as business needs require

Skills

• Strong technical knowledge of a broad range of confectionery products, process equipment, experimental design, and project management.
• Advanced understanding of laboratory, pilot plant, and manufacturing equipment.
• Computer proficiency with PC based systems, required software, and SAP.

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation
• Comprehensive Benefits
• Wellness & Growth

Pay

Commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Oncall 5 days a week.