Sr Food Scientist, Snacks R&D - Cookies & Crackers
Company: Campbell Soup Company
Location: Camden
Posted on: April 18, 2024
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Job Description:
Since 1869 we've connected people through food they love. Our
history was created by remarkable people, ideas, and innovations.
It serves as inspiration and foundation for our future success.
We're proud to be stewards of amazing brands that people trust. We
foster a culture of belonging where people come first, and
diversity is embraced. And we live our values, always, while
setting the highest standards for performance.Here, you will make a
difference every day. You will be part of a dynamic, collaborative,
and competitive team. You will be supported to build a rewarding
career with opportunities to grow, innovate and inspire. Make
history with us.What role will you play? How will you make history
with Campbell's? Apply today!TheSenior Food Scientist, Cookies &
Crackers is responsible for the product development efforts for
Campbell Snacks products ranging from cookies, crackers, bars, and
filled biscuit snacks. These product types encompass many leading
brands including Pepperidge Farm and Lance.Responsibilities include
new product development, line extensions, cost savings projects,
qualifying alternate suppliers, and quality improvements. They will
ensure that objectives, product design and timelines are met. They
respond resourcefully to new demands and challenges throughout the
product development & commercialization process and implement best
practices to ensure an effective knowledge transfer to
manufacturing.The Senior Food Scientist, Cookies & Crackers must
demonstrate strong interpersonal skills and the ability to
influence decisions within the cross functional team (Marketing,
Operations/Supply Chain, Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality
Assurance, Process Development and Package Development, Sensory and
Flavor Technology) and externally with suppliers and/or
co-manufacturers.The Senior Food Scientist, Cookies & Crackers is
expected to possess and demonstrate a solid understanding of food
science, business, operations, and the commercialization processes.
Their approach should include practical knowledge of existing
products/new technologies and the identification and innovative
creation of new and unique products. They provide technical
specifications and support to assure smooth rollouts of new
products and processes during plant startups. This includes the
provision of comprehensive process documentation to enable smooth
commercialization and training of plant personnel. They must
support an environment that fosters innovation and calculated risk
taking.In this role, the Senior Food Scientist, Cookies & Crackers
will report to the Senior Manager Product Development.Essential
responsibilities will include but not be limited to:Leads the
identification, assessment, and validation of formulations from
bench top through commercialization. This includes managing the
financial aspects of product development including ingredient costs
for plant trials.Ensures all proper documentation is done
accurately and on schedule.Conducts and leads assessment and
capability studies, productstartups/commercializationand provides
on-site support to Plant Operations for new products, productivity,
and quality programs.Fosters an innovation culture by continually
introducing ideas and product concepts for new product, quality
improvements and productivity.Creates, designs, supervises the
development of new experimental protocols/best practices required
to validate product concepts and prototypes.Job Complexity:Ability
to interact and communicate effectively within a wide range
inclusive of Cross Functional Peers, Senior Management as well as
Plant Management.Can handle multiple projects and prioritize them
based on business objectives and timelines.Must be a good problem
solver who is able to identify, interpret and analyze the correct
data, and provide detailed direction to development projects.Active
knowledge and understanding in areas beyond Product Development
including Process and Package Development, QA, Project Engineering
and thorough understanding of Consumer testing methods, Marketing
needs and financial concepts (costing, budgets, etc.).Sustain a
high level of competence and professionalism in a dynamic business
environment.Easily adapts to changing priorities.Able to work with
a team and lead cross-functional technical team in achieving the
results needed.Job Specifications: Bachelor of Science degree in
Food Science or Technology, Bakery Science, Cereal Science,
Agricultural or Chemical Engineering.A minimum of 5 years of
related experience with a consumer-packaged goods background;
experience with cookie, cracker, bread, and other snacks unit
operations are preferred.Product Development/Baking emphasis;
preferably someone who has successfully commercialized baked or
snack products in the market.Excellent analytical and statistical
skills, strong attention to detail, good communication and
interpersonal skills.Ability to handle and lead multiple projects
at any given time in a team environment.Passion for food science
and product development.Ability to think beyond their own (R&D)
function to consider the organization and its purpose
holistically.Working Conditions:Join us in our $50-millon-dollar
newly reimagined headquarters and new pristine R&D Snacks
dedicated Pilot Plant located in Camden, NJ.(Monday & Friday, work
from home)(Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday, work in collaborative
office space)Anticipated travel of up to 30%, which may include the
following:Manufacturing PlantsVendor LocationsHandle allergens for
multiple food ingredients while wearing appropriate personal
protective equipment.Relocation is available for the Senior Food
Scientist, Cookies & Crackers position!
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Facility Free Fitness Center#LI-HYBRIDCompensation and Benefits:The
target base salary range for this full-time, salaried position is
between$85,900-$140,800Individual base pay depends on work location
and additional factors such as experience, job-related skills, and
relevant education or training. Total pay may include other forms
of compensation. In addition, we offer competitive health, dental,
401k and wellness benefits beginning on the first day of
employment. Please ask your Talent Acquisition Partner for more
information about our total rewards package.The Company is
committed to providing equal opportunity for employees and
applicants in all aspects of the employment relationship, without
regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity,
national origin, citizenship, marital status, veteran status,
disability, age, religion, or any other classification protected by
law.In that regard, U.S. applicants and employees are protected
from discrimination based on certain categories protected by
Federal law. Click here for additional information.
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