R&D Analytical Technical Manager

4 days ago


Sacramento, California, United States General Mills, Inc Full time
Job Description

OVERVIEW

Join the Medallion leadership team in the role of R&D Analytical Technical Manager - Medallion. In this role, you will have the unique opportunity to impact multiple functions across GMI by leveraging your knowledge, skills, and expertise to advance internal testing innovation and external business solutions. You will provide strategic technical leadership for Medallion and oversee a highly skilled team of scientists and technicians to advance a wide variety of initiatives. The technical capabilities on this team span across analytical chemistry, structure function, physical testing and microbiology. you will also be accountable for identifying needs for emerging capabilities as required to support evolving business needs.

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KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

  • Lead and advance the Medallion long range technical plans and strategies through partnership with the broader ITQ (Innovation, Technology and Quality) team, key cross-functional partners, Medallion Pillar Leaders.
  • Effectively coordinate our resources & talent across multiple technical areas to develop testing innovation for our products by optimizing the scientific team along with new ways of working in the REDI/Experimental Lab.
  • Facilitate the method development process to ensure we support future needs for alternative ingredient testing and/or new acquisitions.
  • Build connected partnerships externally to bring industry insights into ITQ.
  • Develop into ITQ analytical testing expert in competitive advantage spaces.
  • Lead a team of direct/indirect scientists. Provide leadership to align current talent with the work that will drive solutions, advance capabilities, and foster new ways of working.
  • Develop the scientific team into influencers championing future solutions for GMI products/packaging based on their scientific functional depth.
  • Build a culture of belonging, agile learning, and a celebration of knowledge from mistakes or success.
  • Improve our internal tracking and broad communication process for technical solutions.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  • Masters degree in Chemistry, Engineering, Food Science, or related field
  • 10+ years' leading in food or pharma analytical laboratory environments
  • Deep understanding of analytical methods and standards
  • Ability to connect technical data to business implications and translate scientific thinking into action plan for improvement
  • Proven experience leading scientific experts across different technical pillars.
  • Demonstrated ability to foster team effectiveness and interpersonal competency
  • Ability to influence the business and cross-functional teams with a strategic scientific vision
  • Demonstrated experience working with broad talent with multiple functional priorities
  • Demonstrated leadership and initiative with the ability to work collaboratively to drive results
  • Effective communication skills and global mindset
  • Desire to challenge assumptions and identify new opportunities, agility & ability to pivot quickly
  • Commitment to fostering a Culture of Learning and Experimentation within the organization

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • PhD in Chemistry, Engineering, Food Science, or related field
  • Thorough knowledge of LIMS / Labware Systems
  • New method development and change management strength
  • Knowledge and/or Experience with ISO standards
  • Demonstrated experience in professional organizations associated with laboratory industry standards.
  • Established external relationships and a credible reputation in industry and/or academia with publications, board experiences, or committee participation
  • Experience in customer service and external vendor communication

ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS

  • General Mills will provide relocation assistance to the selected candidates that is required to move to the Minneapolis, MN area that meet the criteria for relocation. General Mills cannot provide relocation assistance to candidates that require international relocation.
COMPANY OVERVIEW

We exist to make food the world loves. But we do more than that. Our company is a place that prioritizes being a force for good, a place to expand learning, explore new perspectives and reimagine new possibilities, every day. We look for people who want to bring their best - bold thinkers with big hearts who challenge one other and grow together. Because becoming the undisputed leader in food means surrounding ourselves with people who are hungry for what's next.

Salary Range

The salary range for this position is $ $ / Annually. At General Mills we strive for each employee's pay at any point in their career to reflect their experiences performance and skills for their current role. The salary range for this role represents the numerous factors considered in the hiring decisions including, but not limited to, educations, skills, work experience, certifications, etc. As such, pay for the successful candidate(s) could fall anywhere within the stated range. Beyond base salary, General Mills offers a competitive Total Rewards package focusing on your overall well-being. We are proud to offer a foundation of health benefits, retirement and financial wellbeing, time off programs, wellbeing support and perks. Benefits may vary by role, country, region, union status, and other employment status factors. You may also be eligible to participate in an annual incentive program. An incentive award, if any, depends on various factors, including, individual and organizational performance.



General Mills is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Women, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply to any General Mills employment opportunities.

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