What are the responsibilities and job description for the RD&A Associate Scientist position at Kerry?
About Kerry
Kerry is the world's leading taste and nutrition company for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries. Every day we partner with customers to create healthier, tastier and more sustainable products that are consumed by billions of people across the world. Our vision is to be our customers' most valued partner, creating a world of sustainable nutrition. A career with Kerry offers you an opportunity to shape the future of food while providing you opportunities to explore and grow in a truly global environment.
What will you do?
- Liaise with R&D Scientists to fully understand formulation, processing, batching, packaging.
- Must be able to stand for long periods of time in laboratory and pilot plant and lift 50lbs
- Responsible of fulfilling sample requests • Maintain individual stock of raw materials to batch sample product quickly (within 24 hours)
- Demonstrate a scientific curiosity.
- Employ efficient time management techniques
- Must be able to taste and smell chemicals, flavors and food products.
- Participate in sensory panels and other developmental opportunities.
- Perform other duties as assigned pertaining to business/project needs.
What will you need to be successful?
- Bachelor’s degree in food science, Chemistry or Chemical Engineering.
- Good math skills for problem-solving calculations.
- Demonstrates strong and discerning sense of smell and taste.
- Comfortable working in pilot plant. This position requires a significant amount of time working in pilot plant.
- Good interpersonal and communication skills.
Compensation Data
The typical hiring range for this role is $51,261 to $75,160 annually and is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, location, etc. In addition to your pay, Kerry offers benefits such as a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and retirement contribution (all benefits and incentives are subject to eligibility requirements).
Kerry is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. Kerry will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditional upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen. Additional information can be found at: Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (dol.gov).
Beware of scams online or from individuals claiming to represent us. A Kerry employee will not solicit candidates through a non-Kerry email address or phone number. In addition, Kerry does not currently utilise video chat rooms (e.g., Google Hangouts) to conduct interviews. Refuse any request that asks you to provide payment to participate in the hiring process (e.g., purchasing a “starter kit,” investing in training, or something similar). Kerry will not ask you to pay any money at any point in the hiring process with the exception of reimbursable travel expenses. In addition, any payments made by Kerry will be from official firm accounts bearing the Kerry name.
Salary : $51,261 - $75,160
