Company:
Sara Lee

Scientist II- Sodium Initiative

Description

• Experienced professional who provides technical leadership in product development and ingredient technology.
• This person will be dedicated to Sodium reduction in Meat products. Position has deep technical understanding of meat/food technology, processing and ingredient functionality.
• They will reformulate products, test: shelf life, product quality, costs, chemistry, sensory, CLT/HUT.
• They will manage project and process thru commercialization.
• They are expected to lead cross functional teams.
• They will serve as a technical mentor and resource to colleagues and management. This position is based in Downers Grove, IL with at least 25% travel.


Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Lead Sodium reduction of meat products using technical knowledge of meat, ingredients, yield, process, cost and quality.
• Plan, research, organize, and implement project work.
• Lead projects from pilot plant to commercialization.
• Solve technical hurdles and issues as they relate to product and processes.
• Communicate project status and findings to senior management. Act and is recognized as an expert in the field.
• Leverage vendor base as a resource network for new technologies and applications.
• Use publications and patent information to identify opportunities.
• Remain current in understanding new technologies and products.
• Build collaborative relationships with current and new vendor based.
• Interact and communicate with team members from various functions i.e., Supply Chain, Procurement, Marketing, Regulatory, Finance, Engineering, Co-Pack and Legal.
• Actively seeks to enhance technical skills through project experience, seminars, professional meetings, training and additional course work.
• Responsible for developing accurate formal specifications including but not limited to raw material/ingredient, in-process and finished product specifications.
• Other duties as needed and/or assigned.


Qualifications:

• BS/MS/PHD in Food science or Meat Science.
• 3-5 years product development experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge and expertise in formula development thru commercialization.
• Demonstrated project management skills while leading complex teams is required.
• Excellent written, computer, communication and presentation skills.