Scientist Product Development
About the Role
This hybrid role (based out of Battle Creek, MI, with consideration for Chicago, IL) is part of the Salty Snacking Research and Development team. As a Scientist Product Development, you will create new foods for the Cheez-It, Club, Townhouse, and Toasteds Cracker business. You will execute from ideation and product design through scale-up, managing projects and assisting on complex programs including new product introductions and value transformation savings initiatives. You will also focus on product quality and productivity improvements for capacity in North American operations. Estimated travel is 20-40% (closer to 40% for individuals in the Chicago area).
Responsibilities
- Drive business growth by leading and coordinating key projects while giving general direction to assigned teams, accomplishing projects on technical and scientific investigation or developments – including product relocations, flavor/seasoning extensions, renovations, new products, value transformation savings, or moderate capital projects.
- Demonstrate personal capabilities as a project manager, planner, coordinator, communicator, and technical expert, providing general directions to assigned cross-functional teams in accomplishing projects.
- Show an innovative mindset in discovery, advancement, and evaluation of new technologies in food/process research and development, identifying applications to new products, improved products, and/or increased efficiency on existing processes.
- Provide timely innovative/cost-effective improvements, concepts, developments, and scientific insight, demonstrating understanding with respect to new or existing products or processes across the network.
- Keep current with the latest developments and technology through investigation, training, and communication within the discipline.
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science Degree in Science or Engineering or related field with strong relevant experience.
- Demonstrated leadership, cost consciousness, communication skills, and diplomacy to promote strong relationships across all facets of the organization and enable effective project execution.
- Previous experience working with project teams, including planning and coordinating project activities, communicating progress and challenges, and serving as a technical expert for projects.
Pay
Annual salary range is $86,720 - $120,000, based on various factors such as location, experience and skill. Discretionary bonuses based on company and individual performance are also available.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, life, accidental death & dismemberment insurance, employee assistance program, short-term disability coverage, and long-term disability insurance.
- Voluntary income protection benefits such as supplemental life and accident insurance.
- 401(k) plan with company contributions.
- Part-time employees may have access to benefits on a pro-rated basis.