The Kraft Heinz Company is seeking a Product Development Associate Technologist who will be responsible for contributing to a high-performing team within the international R&D organization. You will work with peers to continuously improve, gain exposure to senior internal stakeholders, and collaborate with factory operators. In this role, you will be part of the R&D Product Development team, responsible for product development projects and activities that implement the R&D strategy and deliver MEA goals and objectives across the MEA region.
Responsibilities:
Develop product recipes in accordance with the Product Brief.
Master the Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) cycle to develop safe, fit-for-purpose products.
Run analytical and organoleptic product tests, validate results, and use them for recipe development and adjustment.
Plan and execute industrial trials, validate results, and issue reports.
Select and validate ingredients necessary for product development.
Create product specifications for new products, ensuring they are accurate, compliant, meet Kraft Heinz manufacturing capabilities, and are entered into the specifications management system.
Continuously improve your expertise and skills and build working relationships with internal and external partners to effectively deliver business objectives.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in food science or a related science degree.
0–2 years’ experience in FMCG.
Fluent in English.
Desire to learn, share knowledge, and adopt best practices.
Knowledge of key product characteristics, analytical methods, and organoleptic attributes.
Experience with hygienic design, thermal validation, cleaning validation, CIP optimization, and HACCP.
Experience with mixing and dosing, homogenization, emulsification, pumps, and fluid transport.
Strong analytical skills.
Attention to detail.
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Strong communication skills.
6 October Factory
Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes
The Kraft Heinz Company is one of the largest food and beverage companies in the world, with eight $1 billion+ brands and global sales of approximately $25 billion. We’re a globally trusted producer of high-quality, great-tasting, and nutritious foods for over 150 years. While Kraft Heinz is co-headquartered in Chicago and Pittsburgh, our brands are truly global, with products produced and marketed in over 40 countries. These beloved products include condiments and sauces, cheese and dairy, meals, meats, refreshment beverages, coffee, infant and nutrition products, and numerous other grocery products in a portfolio of more than 200 legacy and emerging brands.
We spark joy around mealtime with our iconic brands, including Kraft, Oscar Mayer, Heinz, Philadelphia, Lunchables, Velveeta, Maxwell House, Capri Sun, Ore-Ida, Kool-Aid, Jell-O, Primal Kitchen, and Classico, among others.
No matter the brand, we’re united under one vision: To sustainably grow by delighting more consumers globally. Bringing this vision to life is our team of 37,000+ food lovers, creative thinkers, and high performers worldwide. Together, we help provide meals to those in need through our global partnership with Rise Against Hunger. We also stand committed to responsible, sustainable practices that extend to every facet of our business, our consumers, and our communities. Every day, we’re transforming the food industry with bold thinking and unprecedented results. If you share our passion – and are ready to create the future, build a legacy, and lead as a global citizen – there’s only one thing to do: join our table and let’s make life delicious!
