Meat Scientist Position

3 weeks ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States Conagra Brands Full time

We are seeking a highly skilled Meat Scientist to contribute to our R&D team in Chicago, Illinois, focusing on Meat Snacks portfolio development and innovation.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop new Meat Snack products from concept to commercialization.
  • Conduct plant trials and new product startups using pilot plant equipment under guidance.
  • Conceptualize and develop new product prototypes based on consumer demand.
  • Use online specification system.
  • Guide product cuttings, plant trials, and testing, and prepare results for review.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's in Food Science, Meat Science, Animal Science, or related field.
  • 3+ years of relevant industry experience not inclusive of internships or co-ops.
  • Experience with meat product development.
  • Knowledge in food product design, formulation, process design, product scale-up, plant testing and commercialization.
  • Experience with ingredient functionality and cost savings projects.
  • Curiosity for consumer demand and innovations within the CPG and culinary space.

Physical Requirements:

  • Work in and around cramped/confined spaces.
  • Climb with stairs or ladders.
  • Exposure to manufacturing environments for periodic extended workdays to including loud noise, excessive heat, cold, wet, and slippery conditions, food tasting and smells including all food allergens.
  • Use tools, equipment, and machinery.
  • May travel up to 30% of time. Must be able to travel independently and as a responsible Conagra representative, including driving a company or rental vehicle.

We require applicants for this role to be legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring employer sponsorship either now or in the future.

Benefits:

  • Medical, dental, vision, 15 vacation days, 6 additional days off and 11 paid holidays.
  • 401k plan with 100% match up to 6% of pay and 3% non-elective contribution.

Our Company:

Conagra Brands is one of North America's leading branded food companies, with a rich heritage of making great food and a team that's passionate about innovation and growth.

We pride ourselves on having the most impactful, energized and inclusive culture in the food industry.

For more information, visit https://www.conagrabrands.com/.

Conagra Brands is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, pregnancy, leave status, disability, veteran status, genetic information and/or any other characteristic or status protected by national, federal, state or local law.



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