Principal Scientist

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Green Bay, WItime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition :
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** Job Category:
** Research & Development#
** Job Family:
** Research and Development#
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* Job Description:

** We are seeking an innovative and strategic
** Principal Scientist
** to drive the development of new products, processes, and ingredient solutions in the dairy and plant-based sectors. This role involves identifying and executing breakthrough technologies, conducting primary research in lab and pilot plant settings, and applying scientific problem-solving to enhance product quality and profitability. The ideal candidate will possess in-depth expertise in dairy components, food processing, and regulatory compliance, and will serve as a key scientific advisor across the organization.

Strong communication skills and the ability to translate research into actionable business initiatives are essential.

This position may be a Research Fellow based on experience and qualifications. This position is located at our Corporate Office in Green Bay, WI.
** About our Green Bay, WI Home Office:
** You’ll find lots to love in our beautiful home office in downtown Green Bay, Wisconsin. Our jeans-friendly environment has indoor and outdoor collaboration spaces, state-of-the-art R&D and sensory labs, culinary kitchens, a pilot plant, innovation center and more.

Take advantage of outdoor work spaces. Sample and provide feedback on new products from our R&D team. Enjoy free coffee, soda and popcorn. Hit up a game of ping pong on your break. Or take a short walk to restaurants, breweries, the YMCA and a weekly farmer’s market on the scenic Fox River. You can even see Lambeau Field from our top floor.

What you’ll do:

* Lead the exploration and development of innovative technologies, ingredients, and processes that align with strategic business goals.
* Identify and secure resources—equipment, systems, ingredients, and talent—needed to advance innovation.
* Recognize and develop patentable products and processes through exploratory research.
* Initiate and conduct primary research on dairy & non-dairy ingredients and core products (milk, natural cheese, process cheese, cream cheese, yogurt, & other products). Leverages strong financial aptitude and expertise in dairy & non-dairy food components and commodity markets to identify product or process opportunities leading to optimizing component usage and profitability.
* Collaborate cross-functionally to develop impactful new products and processes, while navigating complex internal and external stakeholder relationships.
* Communicate technical concepts clearly through reports and presentations to influence decision-making. Frequently conduct briefings to senior leaders both within and outside of department.
* Stay informed on industry trends, regulatory standards, and competitor activity; serve as a key scientific and regulatory resource for the company.
* Build and maintain a strong network within academia, government, and industry to support innovation and compliance.
* Successfully negotiate complex and/or difficult situations involving internal and external customers with potentially high business risk or reward.
* Provide guidance, coaching and training to other employees across Schreiber within area of expertise.

What you need to succeed:
* MBA or Master’s degree in Food or Dairy Science,  PhD is highly preferred
* 10+ years experience in industrial R&D with proven track record of dairy research, with ingredients, cheese products, plant-based products, and cultured products experience.
* Has a broad understanding of dairy food production processes and applies food/dairy chemistry to solve problems.
* Must have a strong analytical background and expertise in dairy components and technology.
* Recognized as an industry subject matter expert in the areas of dairy chemistry and processing, and is sought out by others for mentoring, direction, and counsel.
* Demonstrates strong financial acumen and initiative in exploring, promoting, and implementing new initiatives to improve…