Sr. Scientist - Product Development

Job Location: Chicago

Want to make an impact?

The position of Senior Scientist- Product Development assumes primary responsibility for undertaking and executing product development projects of major importance, complexity, or scope pertaining to Ferrara Candy Company’s business areas in global regions.

This role will report to the Sr. Manager, R&D - Acquired Sugar Portfolio.

This position is based at our headquarters at the Old Post Office and will require a minimum of 4 days in the office per week.

Ways you will make a difference

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

• Leads project design and methodology for various product development projects, within sugar confectionery, and ingredient applications across a diverse portfolio of sugar processing technologies.
• Develops products for global markets and has a demonstrated ability to work across different cultures and ways of working.
• Leads development of product design of experiments on all types of product platforms.
• Collaborates within R&D experts, R&D Process development and across functions of Engineering and Manufacturing staff in project execution, technology transfer, and problem solving.
• Observes, records, and evaluates experimental data.
• Prepares project reports with demonstrated skills in design of experiment, analysis and conclusions.
• Works with other technical and professional personnel in manufacturing, operations, quality, procurement, and marketing.
• Interacts with Quality and Regulatory Compliance and plant QA on quality issues.
• Brings new ideas on products and process across the product range for different regions.
• Travels, both domestically and internationally- (up to 25-40% of job)
• Role requires on-site presence up to 5 days a week most weeks.
• Ensures adherence to all company policies and procedures.
• Understands and demonstrates the Company’s core values.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
  
  

Skills that will make you successful

• Demonstrated ability to flex workstyle in different cultures, ways of working, and learning environments
• Ability to apply scientific knowledge to confectionery technology (including mogul depositing technology).
• Comfortable operating laboratory, pilot plant, and plant equipment
• Problem Solving
• Critical Thinking
• Drive for Results (Can be counted on to exceed goals successfully)
• Deals with Ambiguity (Can effectively and comfortably cope with change and shifting of gears)
• Attention to Detail
• Works well with others and individually
• Time management (Uses his/her time effectively and efficiently)
  
  

Experiences that will support your success

• BS, Master’s, or Ph.D. in Food Science, or Food Engineering, or related field, required.
• 5-10 years’ experience in food industry or related field.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills (bilingual if possible: Spanish preferred)
• Strong mathematical skills
• Strong computer skills – including Microsoft Office (Word), Spreadsheets, and SAP
  
  

What We Offer

At Ferrara, we're proud to support our employees with comprehensive benefits that enhance health, financial wellness, and include paid time off (PTO). Eligible employees may also receive an annual bonus based on company performance. Learn more about our benefits @ https://flimp.live/Ferrara-Benefits-Resource-Center.

Compensation

The salary range for this position is $80,300 - 112,500 annually.