Lactalis USA
R&D Scientist
Lactalis USA, Buffalo, New York, United States, 14266
Job DescriptionLactalis, the world leader in dairy, is a family-owned business with more than 85,000 pragmatic and ambitious professionals worldwide, committed to nurturing the future by providing healthy and delicious dairy products that bring people together every day. We produce award-winning dairy products that bring people together every day. We offer an enviable range of dairy brands including
Galbani, President, Kraft Natural Cheese, Cracker Barrel, Black Diamond, Parmalat, Siggi's, and Stonyfield Organic
in addition to several brands imported from our affiliates in Europe.At Lactalis, our core values of
AMBITION ,
ENGAGEMENT , and
SIMPLICITY
are at the heart of everything we do. We are dedicated to building a safe, diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace and we know that our candidates come from many different backgrounds, cultures, and experiences. If you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job posting, we still encourage you to apply and share with us your
STORY , your
PASSION , and your
EXPERTISE ! You may be just the perfect candidate for this or other roles within our company.Lactalis is an equal employment opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against applicants with regard to any legally-recognized basis including, but not limited to: veteran status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, and physical or mental disabilities.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide technical knowledge on a variety of projects, which will improve quality, yields, or address any other areas identified by the company to enhance products or production processes.Propose ideas for new products.With the help of Scientist II or Director of R&D, propose and organize pilot plant or plant trials, interpret the results and assist in process development; write well-structured thorough reports with proper conclusions and recommendations.Work with plant and engineering in conducting feasibility studies pertaining to new product development and product improvement.Develop good relationships with other departments (Marketing, Purchasing, Packaging, Manufacturing, QA, Legal).Explore and evaluate ways to improve all aspects of production, including raw materials, production techniques, specifications, packaging, shelf life, etc.Participate in Quality Assurance activities involving any number of issues or concerns, including HACCP analysis, good manufacturing practices, labeling, and standards of identity.Coordinate all support activities including maintaining complex technical notes and records of activity.Ensure the confidentiality of our process and information.Participate in patent searches to protect company business and ensure that all findings are properly documented and recorded.Develop and maintain contacts within the R&D company network, including developing products for other countries and subsidiaries or sharing data, information, and knowledge with other teams.Maintain both industry and academic contacts to remain current regarding technical developments.Act as a Research & Development Technician for all routine pilot plant activities.Demonstrate commitment to a safe working environment that promotes the health and wellbeing of all employees.Travel every 2 or 3 weeks to the production plant and/or extended work hours may be required.This description reflects management's assignment of essential functions and does not proscribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.Tools such as a computer, phone, or allowance(s) may be provided to fulfill these responsibilities.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential duties and responsibilities.RequirementsEducation & ExperienceBachelor's degree or equivalent in Dairy or Food Science.Three to five years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.Specialized KnowledgeGood cheese process knowledge.Strong food technology knowledge (Microbiology / Physics / Biochemistry / Process).Strong mathematics knowledge including statistics.Skills / AbilitiesStrong communication skills to communicate with other departments and technicians.Strong computer skills with a working knowledge of Word, Excel, and PowerPoint for report writing and presentations.
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Galbani, President, Kraft Natural Cheese, Cracker Barrel, Black Diamond, Parmalat, Siggi's, and Stonyfield Organic
in addition to several brands imported from our affiliates in Europe.At Lactalis, our core values of
AMBITION ,
ENGAGEMENT , and
SIMPLICITY
are at the heart of everything we do. We are dedicated to building a safe, diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace and we know that our candidates come from many different backgrounds, cultures, and experiences. If you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job posting, we still encourage you to apply and share with us your
STORY , your
PASSION , and your
EXPERTISE ! You may be just the perfect candidate for this or other roles within our company.Lactalis is an equal employment opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against applicants with regard to any legally-recognized basis including, but not limited to: veteran status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, and physical or mental disabilities.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide technical knowledge on a variety of projects, which will improve quality, yields, or address any other areas identified by the company to enhance products or production processes.Propose ideas for new products.With the help of Scientist II or Director of R&D, propose and organize pilot plant or plant trials, interpret the results and assist in process development; write well-structured thorough reports with proper conclusions and recommendations.Work with plant and engineering in conducting feasibility studies pertaining to new product development and product improvement.Develop good relationships with other departments (Marketing, Purchasing, Packaging, Manufacturing, QA, Legal).Explore and evaluate ways to improve all aspects of production, including raw materials, production techniques, specifications, packaging, shelf life, etc.Participate in Quality Assurance activities involving any number of issues or concerns, including HACCP analysis, good manufacturing practices, labeling, and standards of identity.Coordinate all support activities including maintaining complex technical notes and records of activity.Ensure the confidentiality of our process and information.Participate in patent searches to protect company business and ensure that all findings are properly documented and recorded.Develop and maintain contacts within the R&D company network, including developing products for other countries and subsidiaries or sharing data, information, and knowledge with other teams.Maintain both industry and academic contacts to remain current regarding technical developments.Act as a Research & Development Technician for all routine pilot plant activities.Demonstrate commitment to a safe working environment that promotes the health and wellbeing of all employees.Travel every 2 or 3 weeks to the production plant and/or extended work hours may be required.This description reflects management's assignment of essential functions and does not proscribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.Tools such as a computer, phone, or allowance(s) may be provided to fulfill these responsibilities.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential duties and responsibilities.RequirementsEducation & ExperienceBachelor's degree or equivalent in Dairy or Food Science.Three to five years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.Specialized KnowledgeGood cheese process knowledge.Strong food technology knowledge (Microbiology / Physics / Biochemistry / Process).Strong mathematics knowledge including statistics.Skills / AbilitiesStrong communication skills to communicate with other departments and technicians.Strong computer skills with a working knowledge of Word, Excel, and PowerPoint for report writing and presentations.
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