The Kraft Heinz Company is
revolutionizing the food industry – we will be the most profitable food
company powered by the most talented people with unwavering commitment
to our communities, leading brands and highest product quality in every
category in which we compete. As a global food and beverage powerhouse,
Kraft Heinz represents over $29 billion in revenue and is the 3rd
largest food and beverage company in North America and 5th
largest in the world. At Kraft Heinz, to be the BEST food company,
growing a BETTER world is more than a dream – it is our GLOBAL
VISION. To be the best, we want the best – best brands, best
practices and, most importantly, the best people.
Owners Only!
This is a role for someone who
craves a global challenge balanced by the desire to be accountable for
delivering against the model in the largest business unit for Kraft
Heinz. It is both a strategic and a tactical position.
Those that do not want to get their hands dirty or build out a function
against a blank slate without buying pre-packaged solutions should not
apply.
Role / Title
This is a Center
Research-based technical leadership role providing direction for and
execution of projects across one or more of our North American businesses
(Grocery, Refrigerated, Bev & Snack Nuts, Foodservice/KFI and
Canada Zone). The candidate will be identifying, scoping and/or
driving technical projects to meet business initiatives focused on Cost
Engineering. This candidate should have a proven record of
executing work plans and driving for results. This includes basic
understanding of the business need, designing and executing tests,
analyzing data, drawing conclusions, documenting, communicating
results, and commercializing products. Proven communication and
teamwork skills are essential in this role, which operates in a
cross-functional environment. The candidate must also have a strong
technical background and be able to apply prior learning or scientific
principles to new situations. This
position requires an individual to manage multiple assignments/ tasks
concurrently and demonstrate the ability complete work with minimal
guidance. Exhibiting a collaborative mindset and applying innovative
solutions are a must.
Key Components of the
role
Work with cross
functional teams to scope and develop Cost Engineering opportunities
Demonstrates the
willingness/ability to learn new product categories and/or
processing/packaging areas.
Translate research
findings into meaningful business opportunities and communicate to
cross-functional teams
Formula/product
commercialization working closely with cross-functional team members in
production plants
Adapt and apply
scientific principles to new situations/products and have a moderate
degree of autonomy
Manage multiple
assignments/research projects concurrently and possess the ability to
call out priority conflicts between a variety of business initiatives
Specification
creation and updating, with attention to detail
Qualifications:
BS/MS in Food, Dairy, Meat,
Animal Science, or Chemical Engineering
Minimum of 2 years in a
Technical Function (which can include all graduate and/or internship
work)
Solid understanding of food
(can be specific to Meat, Dairy, Coffee, Nuts…) chemistry, analytical
testing, formulations and processing used in food manufacturing
Understanding of ingredient
functionality and interrelationship of ingredients, process, and
packaging
Excellent
communication, influencing, project management and problem solving
skills
Ability to lead,
coach and motivate others
Manage multiple
assignments/tasks concurrently with the ability to question the
priority of work
Strong understanding of Design
of Experiments
Willingness to travel 30%
Glenview, IL
Kraft Heinz Company, Inc. is an equal employment
employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to
minorities, females, veterans, and disabled individuals. As an equal
opportunity employer, Kraft Heinz Company, Inc. is committed to a diverse
and inclusive workforce. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for
individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the
Vietnam Veterans Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the American’s
with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants that require accommodation in the
job application process may contact 847 646-6044 for assistance.
