Job Description

All Posting Locations: Glenview, IL, US

Job Functions: Research & Development

Date Published: January 7, 2025

Ref#: R-87777

ABOUT THE ROLE

Job Description

This Principal Scientist position in the Manufacturing Analytical team within Analytical Sciences is located at our Glenview, IL Kraft Heinz Innovation Center. This is an ideal opportunity for a scientist who enjoys identifying and implementing rapid and novel testing solutions for factory process control monitoring of food products. The position emphasizes cross-functional problem solving with Research and Development (R&D), Quality, Operations and Factory personnel to identify needs and develop fit-for-purpose analytical testing solutions for a wide range of leading food products.

The successful candidate will direct technical professionals in assigned areas, while maintaining responsibility for own projects. The candidate will have significant impact on direction and quality of work done by other senior technical people. The candidate should have aptitudes for application and maintenance of complex analytical instrumentation. The candidate will be evaluated on communication skills and potential for demonstrating technical leadership within a scientifically and culturally diverse organization.

RELATIONSHIPS (EXTERNAL AND INTERNAL):

• Will collaborate with internal clients including R&D, Quality, Operations and Factory personnel.

• Will interact with instrument vendors, ingredient suppliers, external lab partners, consortiums and academics.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Established history of Process Analytical Technology (PAT) involving near-line and in-line testing of raw materials, in-process and finished goods.

• Wide-ranging experience with a variety of analytical instrumentation including sensors, Near Infrared (NIR), Infrared (IR), Raman, NMR and classical food chemistry testing is required.

• Extensive experience working autonomously to design the best method development approach, using appropriate sampling theory, applying preprocessing to build robust calibrations models with real-time analyzers, implementing & validating at factories.

• Deep knowledge of applied chemometrics, statistical analysis and data interpretation skills to calibrate, classify and analyze mixtures to improve the understanding of chemical information, correlate parameters and troubleshoot.

• Agile at influencing & inspiring R&D, Quality, Operations & Factory cross-functional teams to deliver improved quality and value for in-factory chemical and physical tests.

• Proven history to activate external networks to address all project dimensions & ensure success with examples of career-long learning & implementing novel & emerging technologies.

• Advanced chemistry and physics background behind classical analytical methods to evaluate and improve methods and to choose best primary methods for calibration.

• Working knowledge of ISO17025 and LABLynx.

• BS, MS or PhD degree in chemistry, chemometrics, food science, biochemistry or related field with substantial years of applied industrial experience.

• Excellent organizational, interpersonal & project management skills.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

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Our Total Rewards philosophy is to provide a meaningful and flexible spectrum of programs that equitably support our diverse workforce and their families and complement Kraft Heinz’ strategy and values.

New Hire Base Salary Range:

$102,100.00 – $127,600.00

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

Benefits: Coverage for employees (and their eligible dependents) through affordable access to healthcare, protection, and saving for the future, we offer plans tailored to meet you and your family’s needs. Coverage for benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.

Wellbeing: We offer events, resources, and learning opportunities that inspire a physical, social, emotional, and financial well-being lifestyle for our employees and their families.

You’ll be able to participate in a variety of benefits and wellbeing programs that may vary by role, country, region, union status, and other employment status factors, for example:

• 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 – 401k, Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Disability

Location(s)

Glenview R&D Center

Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer that prohibits discrimination or harassment of any type. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants who require an accommodation to participate in the job application or hiring process should contact [email protected] .

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