Job Responsibilities:


Technology Development and Deployment

  • Supports existing team through applying engineering methods and practices to problem solving and project execution.
  • Applies existing and emerging engineering/scientific knowledge to solve problems independently.
  • Engages with internal and external centers of expertise, including equipment vendors, patent/literature searches, and open innovation platforms.
  • Evaluates and integrates input from vendors, consultants, design groups, engineering teams, and packaging suppliers to identify potential solutions.


Required Qualifications

  • Bachelors degree in Food Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering, or a related field, preferably with 5 years of industrial/applied research experience.
  • [ Masters or Ph.D. will be considered, but not a requirement for the role.]
  • Demonstration of accomplishment in product/process development or experimental design.
  • Demonstrated experience in identifying and/or specifying equipment suitable for use in the production of FMCG products.
  • Demonstrated experience in working directly with manufacturing facilities, and supporting with any production related issues.


Preferred Experience

  • Engineering experience with dairy/non-dairy products and/or emulsion technology.
  • Experience in process optimization and operational efficiency
  • Strong research skills, including setting up design of experiments utilizing bench or pilot equipment and performing research individually or as part of a broader team.


PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Expected to conduct experiments in laboratory, test kitchen, pilot plant, and production facility environments.
  • Follow company associate and product safety procedures.
  • Occasionally lift up to 50 lbs.
  • Stand and/or sit for extended periods.
  • Distinguish differences in ingredients and materials through taste, smell, touch, and visual inspection.
  • Occasionally work extended hours in environments with noise, odors, and high temperature and humidity.
  • Attend global video meetings outside standard work hours, including evenings and early mornings as needed.
  • Physical dexterity required to operate equipment such as scales and balances.
  • Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.


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