Scientist, R&D - Product Development

Job Description

Sci, R&D - Product Development

This is a Research and Development (R&D) role leading Productivity Pipeline product development initiatives across all businesses within the Kraft Heinz North America. The candidate will be developing and executing work plans and driving for results to meet business initiatives focused on productivity idea development and execution. 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 and with a moderate degree of autonomy. Collaboration, growth‑oriented mindset, and flexibility are a must.

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

• BS/MS in Food Science, Food Engineering, Packaging Science, Dairy Science, Meat Science, Chemical Engineering, Biological Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum of 2 years in a Technical Function (which can include all graduate and/or internship work).
• Product development and commercialization experience, and direct experience with are desired but not a prerequisite.
• Understanding of ingredient functionality and interrelationship of ingredients, process, and packaging.
• Excellent communication, influencing, prioritization, and project management skills.
• Strong critical thinking skills and ability to make connections to the big picture.
• Ability to lead, coach, and motivate others.
• Manage multiple assignments/tasks concurrently with the ability to question the priority of work.
• Strong understanding of Design of Experiments.
• Willingness to travel approximately 30% of the time.

New Hire Base Salary Range: $77,800.00 - $97,300.00

Bonus: This position is eligible for a performance‑based bonus as provided by the plan terms and governing documents.

The compensation offered will take into account internal equity and may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors

• Physical – Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision, Screenings/Assessments.
• Social – Paid Time Off, Company Holidays, Leave of Absence, Flexible Work Arrangements, Recognition, Training.
• Emotional – Employee Assistance Program, Wellbeing Programs, Family Support Programs.
• Financial – 401(k), Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Disability.

Glenview R&D Center, Heinz Innovation Center

Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for protected individuals, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact  for assistance.