Sr Scientist, Snacks R&D - Chips, popcorn, nuts
Company: Campbell Soup Company
Location: Camden
Posted on: April 23, 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 Scientist, Salty is
responsible for the product development efforts for Campbell Snacks
products ranging from fried chips, tortilla chips, microwave
popcorn, extruded snacks and pretzel snacks. These product types
encompass many leading brands including Cape Cod, Late July,
Snyder's of Hanover and many more!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 Scientist, Salty 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
Scientist, Salty 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 ensure 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 Scientist, Salty
will report to the Senior Manager for the respective brand and/or
product family.Minimum Requirements:Bachelor of Science degree in
Food Science or Technology, Bakery Science, Cereal Science,
Agricultural or Chemical Engineering.5 years of related experience
with a consumer-packaged goods background.Preferred
Qualifications:Experience with fried chips, pretzels, extruded
snacks, microwave popcorn and other snacks unit operations.Product
Development Frying/Extrusion emphasis; preferably someone who has
successfully commercialized 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.Ability to walk and stand up at times for up
to 3/4th of the specified workday.Physical ability to handle
weights of up to approximately 40 pounds.Handle allergens including
dairy, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, wheat, eggs and other food
ingredient chemicals and allergens while wearing the appropriate
personal protective equipment (PPE).Essential responsibilities will
include but not be limited to:Leads the identification, assessment,
and validation of formulations from benchtop 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 products, quality improvements
and productivity.Creates, designs, and 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 can
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 a 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.Working Conditions:Join us in our $50-millon-dollar
newly reimagined headquarters 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
LocationsRelocation is available for the Senior Scientist, Salty
position! This is what our newly reimagined headquarters offers
you! Full-service cafeteria Shuttle Service to the office and back
from Philly! Company Store Credit Union Dry Cleaner Day Care
Facility Free Fitness Center Product & Recipe Testing with our
R&D Team#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
qualified applicants in all aspects of the employment relationship,
including consideration for employment, without regard to race,
color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin,
citizenship, marital status, protected veteran status, disability,
age, religion, or any other classification protected by law.
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