Scientist, Quality – Labs

Job Description

Scientist, Food Safety – Analytical Support

This role supports the implementation and execution of key food safety design analytical methods within the US and Canada Zones by driving project work to develop microbiological and analytical methods needed to support food safety design and commercialization, provide training, and lead key strategic projects for the FSQ function. The position provides onsite laboratory support and project execution support to Corporate Quality & Food Safety, as well as R&D.

Key Components of the role

• This role provides scientific and technical food safety support to US and Canadian business partners to ensure product safety and quality through microbiological and analytical testing
• Lead rollout of analytical and microbiological training and communication for internal stakeholders
• Primary contact for lab services vendors and suppliers working to increase communication, transparency, and costs
• Supports administrative tasks such as project management, managing inventory, ordering supplies, and data entry.
• Supports proficiency testing program and internal laboratory audit process for internal factories laboratories.
• Support project completion through media preparation, quality control activities, and through execution of microbial testing on project-by-project basis
• Support design and execute challenge studies, shelf-life studies and validation studies to determine critical limits for critical processes. Partner with external institutions and business partners to update/maintain CCP models.
• Support validation of designed HACCP preventive controls (Cooking, formulation, etc.) and assess validity of data obtained by others.
• Remain current in scientific and regulatory principles of food safety to ensure most relevant information and emerging issues are identified and incorporated into Kraft Heinz food safety programs.
• Supports cross-functional communication of results with internally and externally generated data.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Microbiology, or related field required. Advanced degree preferred. 
• 0-2 years of experience of relevant food safety or analytical science work
• Prior HACCP certification preferred.
• Knowledge and experience implementing GLPs(Good Laboratory Practices)
• Experience with LIMS (Laboratory Management Systems) and data management
• Experience with microbiology laboratory techniques and rapid test methods analytical chemistry procedures.
• Awareness of quality systems/processes (ISO, Six Sigma etc.), especially ISO 17025 requirements.
• Excellent communication skills (presentation, report writing, teaching/training).
• Work experience in team-oriented functions as well as individual contribution.
• Action oriented with good project management skills.
• Travel requirements up to 30% a year.

Our Total Rewards philosophy is to provide a meaningful and flexible spectrum of programs that equitably support our diverse workforce and their families and complement Kraft Heinz’ strategy and values.

New Hire Base Salary Range:

$77,800.00 – $97,300.00

Bonus: This position is eligible for a performance-based bonus as provided by the plan terms and governing documents.

The compensation offered will take into account internal equity and may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors

Benefits: Coverage for employees (and their eligible dependents) through affordable access to healthcare, protection, and saving for the future, we offer plans tailored to meet you and your family’s needs. Coverage for benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.

Wellbeing: We offer events, resources, and learning opportunities that inspire a physical, social, emotional, and financial well-being lifestyle for our employees and their families.

You’ll be able to participate in a variety of benefits and wellbeing programs that may vary by role, country, region, union status, and other employment status factors, for example:

• Physical – Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision, Screenings/Assessments

• Social – Paid Time Off, Company Holidays, Leave of Absence, Flexible Work Arrangements, Recognition, Training

• Emotional – Employee Assistance Program , Wellbeing Programs, Family Support Programs

• Financial – 401k, Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Disability

Location(s)

Glenview R&D Center

Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for protected individuals, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact NAZTAOps@kraftheinz.com for assistance.