Job Description
Research Scientist Hershey, Pennsylvania (Onsite) Contract Major Duties/Responsibilities 90% · Project Leadership 10% · Product and Process Improvements Program Management Lead product development projects which provide innovative new products in the Chocolate space. These areas include formulation development, ingredient development and product transformation interactions. Perform prototyping and development from bench top to pilot plant to full manufacturing scale. Interact closely with a cross-functional group of technical, professional, and managerial staff of R&D, as well as production, engineering, and marketing. Understand the business and financial impact of the projects. Apply technical rigor and scientific principles and practices. Provide input for technical feasibility for new product concepts. Partner with Supply Chain to provide technical support to drive quality and value improvement in products and process Lead ingredient shortage mitigation workstreams to minimize supply chain impacts to the business. Minimum knowledge, skills and abilities required to successfully perform major duties/responsibilities: · Experience leading innovation initiatives, which could include product development, quality improvement, cost improvement, technology validation and process optimization. · Demonstrated ability to learn new technical knowledge and apply it during development and commercialization processes. Specific technical knowledge in chocolate is a plus. · Demonstrated experience in learning and applying process platforms. · Knowledge of various technical disciplines (Sensory, Research, Engineering and Packaging) · Demonstrated Influencing skills. · Proven administrative ability, decision-making skills, financial understanding, business integration skills, and technical expertise. · Demonstrated problem solving and evaluation capabilities. · Excellent troubleshooting skills. · Excellent written and verbal communication skills. · Must be open to and comfortable with change. · The candidate much be able to work independently, and as part of a team in a fast-paced, growth-oriented business. Minimum Education and Experience Requirements: Education and Experience: BS in Food Science, Chemistry, Biology, Chemical Engineering, Food Process Engineering, Bio Engineering or similar with 2-4 years of applicable experience. Experience in Chocolate Production and/or Innovation, and experience in a Client environment is a plus