Senior Scientist / Engineer Productivity - Mondelez International
East Hanover, NJ
About the Job
Job Description
Are You Ready to Make It Happen at Mondelēz International?
Join our Mission to Lead the Future of Snacking. Make It With Pride.
In Research & Development (R&D), your skills can be the special ingredient that brings our brands to life. As part of a fantastic team of scientists, engineers and nutritionists, you’ll work on product design or development, process development, quality, nutrition, sensory and food safety aspects to ensure we deliver a consistent, delightful consumer experience. R&D is where you’ll turn great ideas into brilliant brands.
How you will contribute
This position is for a product or process developer supporting the NA Region Biscuit Productivity team. Projects will focus on core formulation optimization, and quality improvement and product alternative line qualification. The candidate will be responsible for the optimization and commercialization of snack products related to the Biscuit category. This position will have the opportunity to work on multiple brands across and build strong relationships across R&D, with suppliers, Co-manufacturers, the Business, Research, etc.
What you will bring
A desire to drive your future and accelerate your career and the following experience and knowledge:
The Candidate will be responsible for designing, planning and execution of trials for pilot plant and plant. They must also develop and manage project plans and timelines ensuring that projects are delivered on time. Candidates should possess strong technical and project management skills, and effective communication skills.
The Candidate must be able to assess testing plans, gather and analyze data and make recommendations based on findings. While the candidate will be a member of a team, they will need to be able to lead their assigned projects and collaborate with cross functional team members.
More about this role
What you need to know about this position:
The Candidate must possess experience in formulation, process and commercialization. The individual must be able to work in PLM on product specification and write detailed process specifications and project reports and is able to support Quality and Manufacturing needs as it relates to their projects. This position allows the candidate to develop and drive growth opportunities within the NA Biscuit, Bars and Baked Snack Productivity team.
Primary responsibilities:
• Lead execution of brand value, quality improvement launches from Pilot plant assessment to commercialization and lead alternative line qualifications, ensuring trial readiness (70%)
• Develop, update and maintain process/ product specification of assigned projects (20%)
• Engage with research technical experts, suppliers, RDQ partners, and Business cross functional partners including Marketing, Sales, PCM, Procurement, Manufacturing, Consumer Science, CIS, Graphics partners.
Education / Certifications:
Bachelor's degree in food engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related engineering field.
Job specific requirements:
• Minimum 4-6 years’ experience working with proven track record of successful product launches and product & process development technology in the food Industry.
• Strong Engineering and process knowledge with some basic understanding of Food Science and Food Chemistry
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to work with all levels of the organization
• Excellent written and oral communication skills; able to effectively communicate to all levels within the organization. Use of software including Word, Excel and Minitab
• Ability to influence others and get results through working with a diverse team
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize and manage complexity- manage multiple project activities
• Executional excellence, personal leadership, time management and problem-solving competencies
• Strong demonstration of living the values in leading by example.
Travel Requirements
Travel up to 25-35% (Domestic, Mexico, and Canada) with some periods of multiple weeks located in plant/ possible as short-term assignment can be discussed.
Work schedule:
This role is located onsite in East Hanover, NJ (Monday-Friday)
Salary and Benefits:
The base salary range for this position is $83,800 - $115,225; the exact salary depends on several factors such as experience, skills, education, and budget. In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for participation in a highly competitive bonus program with possibility for overachievement based on performance and company results.
In addition, Mondelez International offers a variety of benefits to eligible employees, including health insurance coverage, wellness and family support programs, life and disability insurance, retirement savings plans, paid leave programs, education related programs, paid holidays and vacation time, and many others. Many of these benefits are subsidized or fully paid for by the company.
No Relocation support available
Business Unit Summary
The United States is the largest market in the Mondelēz International family with a significant employee and manufacturing footprint. Here, we produce our well-loved household favorites to provide our consumers with the right snack, at the right moment, made the right way. We have corporate offices, sales, manufacturing and distribution locations throughout the U.S. to ensure our iconic brands—including _Oreo_ and _Chips Ahoy!_ cookies, _Ritz_ , _Wheat Thins_ and _Triscuit_ crackers, and _Swedish Fish_ and _Sour Patch_ _Kids_ confectionery products —are close at hand for our consumers across the country.
Mondelēz Global LLC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants who require accommodation to participate in the job application process may contact 847-943-5460 for assistance.
Job Type
Regular
Process Development & Engineering
Science & Engineering
At Mondelēz International, our purpose is to empower people to snack right through offering the right snack, for the right moment, made the right way. That means delivering a broader range of delicious, high-quality snacks that nourish life's moments, made with sustainable ingredients and packaging that consumers can feel good about.
We have a rich portfolio of strong brands – both global and local. Including many household names such as Oreo, belVita and LU biscuits; Cadbury Dairy Milk, Milka and Toblerone chocolate; Sour Patch Kids candy and Trident gum. We are proud to hold the number 1 position globally in biscuits, chocolate and candy as well as the No. 2 position in gum
Our 80,000 Makers and Bakers are located in our operations in more than 80 countries and are working to sell our products in over 150 countries around the world. They are energized for growth and critical to us living our purpose and values. We are a diverse community that can make things happen, and happen fast.
Join us and Make It An Opportunity!
Mondelez Global LLC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants who require accommodation to participate in the job application process may contact 847-943-5460 for assistance.
Are You Ready to Make It Happen at Mondelēz International?
Join our Mission to Lead the Future of Snacking. Make It With Pride.
In Research & Development (R&D), your skills can be the special ingredient that brings our brands to life. As part of a fantastic team of scientists, engineers and nutritionists, you’ll work on product design or development, process development, quality, nutrition, sensory and food safety aspects to ensure we deliver a consistent, delightful consumer experience. R&D is where you’ll turn great ideas into brilliant brands.
How you will contribute
This position is for a product or process developer supporting the NA Region Biscuit Productivity team. Projects will focus on core formulation optimization, and quality improvement and product alternative line qualification. The candidate will be responsible for the optimization and commercialization of snack products related to the Biscuit category. This position will have the opportunity to work on multiple brands across and build strong relationships across R&D, with suppliers, Co-manufacturers, the Business, Research, etc.
What you will bring
A desire to drive your future and accelerate your career and the following experience and knowledge:
The Candidate will be responsible for designing, planning and execution of trials for pilot plant and plant. They must also develop and manage project plans and timelines ensuring that projects are delivered on time. Candidates should possess strong technical and project management skills, and effective communication skills.
The Candidate must be able to assess testing plans, gather and analyze data and make recommendations based on findings. While the candidate will be a member of a team, they will need to be able to lead their assigned projects and collaborate with cross functional team members.
More about this role
What you need to know about this position:
The Candidate must possess experience in formulation, process and commercialization. The individual must be able to work in PLM on product specification and write detailed process specifications and project reports and is able to support Quality and Manufacturing needs as it relates to their projects. This position allows the candidate to develop and drive growth opportunities within the NA Biscuit, Bars and Baked Snack Productivity team.
Primary responsibilities:
• Lead execution of brand value, quality improvement launches from Pilot plant assessment to commercialization and lead alternative line qualifications, ensuring trial readiness (70%)
• Develop, update and maintain process/ product specification of assigned projects (20%)
• Engage with research technical experts, suppliers, RDQ partners, and Business cross functional partners including Marketing, Sales, PCM, Procurement, Manufacturing, Consumer Science, CIS, Graphics partners.
Education / Certifications:
Bachelor's degree in food engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related engineering field.
Job specific requirements:
• Minimum 4-6 years’ experience working with proven track record of successful product launches and product & process development technology in the food Industry.
• Strong Engineering and process knowledge with some basic understanding of Food Science and Food Chemistry
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to work with all levels of the organization
• Excellent written and oral communication skills; able to effectively communicate to all levels within the organization. Use of software including Word, Excel and Minitab
• Ability to influence others and get results through working with a diverse team
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize and manage complexity- manage multiple project activities
• Executional excellence, personal leadership, time management and problem-solving competencies
• Strong demonstration of living the values in leading by example.
Travel Requirements
Travel up to 25-35% (Domestic, Mexico, and Canada) with some periods of multiple weeks located in plant/ possible as short-term assignment can be discussed.
Work schedule:
This role is located onsite in East Hanover, NJ (Monday-Friday)
Salary and Benefits:
The base salary range for this position is $83,800 - $115,225; the exact salary depends on several factors such as experience, skills, education, and budget. In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for participation in a highly competitive bonus program with possibility for overachievement based on performance and company results.
In addition, Mondelez International offers a variety of benefits to eligible employees, including health insurance coverage, wellness and family support programs, life and disability insurance, retirement savings plans, paid leave programs, education related programs, paid holidays and vacation time, and many others. Many of these benefits are subsidized or fully paid for by the company.
No Relocation support available
Business Unit Summary
The United States is the largest market in the Mondelēz International family with a significant employee and manufacturing footprint. Here, we produce our well-loved household favorites to provide our consumers with the right snack, at the right moment, made the right way. We have corporate offices, sales, manufacturing and distribution locations throughout the U.S. to ensure our iconic brands—including _Oreo_ and _Chips Ahoy!_ cookies, _Ritz_ , _Wheat Thins_ and _Triscuit_ crackers, and _Swedish Fish_ and _Sour Patch_ _Kids_ confectionery products —are close at hand for our consumers across the country.
Mondelēz Global LLC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants who require accommodation to participate in the job application process may contact 847-943-5460 for assistance.
Job Type
Regular
Process Development & Engineering
Science & Engineering
At Mondelēz International, our purpose is to empower people to snack right through offering the right snack, for the right moment, made the right way. That means delivering a broader range of delicious, high-quality snacks that nourish life's moments, made with sustainable ingredients and packaging that consumers can feel good about.
We have a rich portfolio of strong brands – both global and local. Including many household names such as Oreo, belVita and LU biscuits; Cadbury Dairy Milk, Milka and Toblerone chocolate; Sour Patch Kids candy and Trident gum. We are proud to hold the number 1 position globally in biscuits, chocolate and candy as well as the No. 2 position in gum
Our 80,000 Makers and Bakers are located in our operations in more than 80 countries and are working to sell our products in over 150 countries around the world. They are energized for growth and critical to us living our purpose and values. We are a diverse community that can make things happen, and happen fast.
Join us and Make It An Opportunity!
Mondelez Global LLC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants who require accommodation to participate in the job application process may contact 847-943-5460 for assistance.
Source : Mondelez International