Chobani
Senior Research & Development Scientist I LC
Chobani, Lansing, Michigan, United States,
Senior Research & Development Scientist I LC
Our Research and Development department is at the forefront of product development and innovation. We have an insatiable appetite for making a difference. The ideal candidate will play an integral role in leading product development for our next wave of innovations while also providing technical support to our growing base business. We seek a candidate with a strong food science foundation and demonstrated expertise in product innovation to help La Colombe advance its mission of making healthy and delicious coffee beverages.Responsibilities
Execute research and development plans and strategies for product development in support of company objectives.Design and execute experiments based on project objectives, ensuring excellent record keeping, data collection and analysis, and preparing project summaries.Plan and carry out development work in lab and pilot scale; design, develop, and lead tests to qualify new products and support changes to existing products, with a focus on scale-up and production processes.Conduct analytical measurements such as pH, viscosity, density; design and execute shelf-life studies; measure brix, total solids, etc.Manage technical development projects focusing on product development, process, and consumer testing to improve and launch innovative beverage products.Lead and document development projects from conceptualization to commercialization, including budget management and adherence to time constraints.Communicate project requirements and recommendations, as well as status updates, to internal customers and external stakeholders.Collaborate with plant processing and production personnel to ensure trial runs and start-up operations are properly performed.Follow La Colombe’s safety procedures and Good Manufacturing practices.Requirements
Minimum B.S. in Food Science or related degree; advanced degree strongly preferred.5-8 years of food industry experience required; dairy and/or non-dairy experience preferred.Extensive knowledge of ingredients, flavor development, product stability, and coffee.Background in process and product development and commercialization of food processes required; experience with beverage and dairy alternative processing is a bonus.Proven track record of leading product development projects, including timeline development/management, testing/trials, operational launch, and scale.Familiarity with basic research tools and statistical analysis.Comfortable with ambiguity and energized by the process of building something from the ground up.Innate curiosity for understanding complex food systems from a physical and chemical perspective.Maintain a clean and safe manufacturing environment within all facilities.Must be a self-starter able to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple projects/tasks simultaneously.Willingness to travel (10-20%).About Us
Since our founding 10 years ago, we’ve always been a different kind of company. Our CEO Hamdi Ulukaya moved to New York from Turkey and found that yogurt wasn’t as delicious or widely available in America as it was back home. He believed everyone deserved better options and set about making delicious, nutritious, natural, and accessible Greek yogurt right here in the U.S.Our mission has been to provide better food to more people. As the No. 1-selling Greek yogurt brand in America and the second largest overall yogurt manufacturer, we believe every food maker has a responsibility to provide better options, which is why we’re proud of how our food is made.Our food philosophy of crafting quality products with simple ingredients makes Chobani a different kind of yogurt. We believe that business done right can change lives and strengthen communities. From how we source ingredients to how we treat our employees, Chobani strives to promote universal wellness. Certified as a Great Place to Work for the last two years, our culture is built on shared passion, dedication, and a commitment to doing what is right. Together, the Chobani family has created something unique. The possibilities are endless.Chobani is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment on any basis including, but not limited to: race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, military and/or veteran status, marital status, predisposing genetic characteristics and genetic information, or any other classification protected by federal, state, and local laws.
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Our Research and Development department is at the forefront of product development and innovation. We have an insatiable appetite for making a difference. The ideal candidate will play an integral role in leading product development for our next wave of innovations while also providing technical support to our growing base business. We seek a candidate with a strong food science foundation and demonstrated expertise in product innovation to help La Colombe advance its mission of making healthy and delicious coffee beverages.Responsibilities
Execute research and development plans and strategies for product development in support of company objectives.Design and execute experiments based on project objectives, ensuring excellent record keeping, data collection and analysis, and preparing project summaries.Plan and carry out development work in lab and pilot scale; design, develop, and lead tests to qualify new products and support changes to existing products, with a focus on scale-up and production processes.Conduct analytical measurements such as pH, viscosity, density; design and execute shelf-life studies; measure brix, total solids, etc.Manage technical development projects focusing on product development, process, and consumer testing to improve and launch innovative beverage products.Lead and document development projects from conceptualization to commercialization, including budget management and adherence to time constraints.Communicate project requirements and recommendations, as well as status updates, to internal customers and external stakeholders.Collaborate with plant processing and production personnel to ensure trial runs and start-up operations are properly performed.Follow La Colombe’s safety procedures and Good Manufacturing practices.Requirements
Minimum B.S. in Food Science or related degree; advanced degree strongly preferred.5-8 years of food industry experience required; dairy and/or non-dairy experience preferred.Extensive knowledge of ingredients, flavor development, product stability, and coffee.Background in process and product development and commercialization of food processes required; experience with beverage and dairy alternative processing is a bonus.Proven track record of leading product development projects, including timeline development/management, testing/trials, operational launch, and scale.Familiarity with basic research tools and statistical analysis.Comfortable with ambiguity and energized by the process of building something from the ground up.Innate curiosity for understanding complex food systems from a physical and chemical perspective.Maintain a clean and safe manufacturing environment within all facilities.Must be a self-starter able to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple projects/tasks simultaneously.Willingness to travel (10-20%).About Us
Since our founding 10 years ago, we’ve always been a different kind of company. Our CEO Hamdi Ulukaya moved to New York from Turkey and found that yogurt wasn’t as delicious or widely available in America as it was back home. He believed everyone deserved better options and set about making delicious, nutritious, natural, and accessible Greek yogurt right here in the U.S.Our mission has been to provide better food to more people. As the No. 1-selling Greek yogurt brand in America and the second largest overall yogurt manufacturer, we believe every food maker has a responsibility to provide better options, which is why we’re proud of how our food is made.Our food philosophy of crafting quality products with simple ingredients makes Chobani a different kind of yogurt. We believe that business done right can change lives and strengthen communities. From how we source ingredients to how we treat our employees, Chobani strives to promote universal wellness. Certified as a Great Place to Work for the last two years, our culture is built on shared passion, dedication, and a commitment to doing what is right. Together, the Chobani family has created something unique. The possibilities are endless.Chobani is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment on any basis including, but not limited to: race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, military and/or veteran status, marital status, predisposing genetic characteristics and genetic information, or any other classification protected by federal, state, and local laws.
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