Scientist - Research Development & Sciences

Job Title

Scientist, R&D – Product Development (Hydration)

This role leads product development initiatives for beloved brands such as Capri Sun, Kool-Aid, and Crystal Light within the Hydration, Desserts, and Meals platform, driving technical projects to support business growth and brand maintenance.

• Develop new product formulations, portfolio renovation, and customer product solutions across various product lines.
• Lead projects from ideation to commercialization, managing benchtop samples to final production and specification.
• Coordinate multiple concurrent assignments, ensuring timely completion of R&D milestones.
• Build strong internal and external relationships to optimize new product development processes.
• Use ingredient knowledge, experimental design, and data interpretation to recommend technically sound decisions.
• Champion innovative approaches and influence cross‑functional partners.
• Lead product testing, qualification, and commercialization in laboratory and production environments.
• Collaborate with teams within and outside the immediate department to support commercialization activities.

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Food Engineering, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biological Engineering, or a related scientific field.
• Minimum of two (2) years of relevant experience, or Master’s degree with at least one (1) year of related experience.
• Experience with formulating powdered beverage and/or juice beverages preferred.
• Strong knowledge of ingredient functionality and interrelationships.
• Excellent communication, influencing, prioritization, and project management skills.
• Strong critical‑thinking abilities and connection to the big picture.
• Ability to lead, coach, and motivate others.
• Self‑motivated and able to multitask across complex projects.
• Willingness to travel approximately 30% of the time (internal plants, co‑manufacturers, suppliers).

Willingness to travel approximately 30% of the time, including internal plants, co‑manufacturers, and suppliers.

Normal office environment with moderate travel to customer locations, stores, and manufacturing facilities. Offices are open work spaces.

Base salary range: $77,800.00 – $97,300.00. Eligible for performance‑based bonus as provided by the plan terms and governing documents.

• Health, dental, and vision coverage for employees and eligible dependents.
• Paid Time Off, Company Holidays, Leave of Absence, and Flexible Work Arrangements.
• Employee Assistance Program and other wellbeing resources.
• 401(k) plan with company contributions.
• Life, Accidental Death, and Disability coverage.

Glenview R&D 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 Kraft Heinz for assistance.