Job Description

All Posting Locations: Glenview, IL, US

Job Functions: Research & Development

Date Published: January 5, 2026

Ref#: R-98736

ABOUT THE ROLE

Job Description

Sr Scientist, R&D – Product Dev

Role

This is a technical leadership role providing direction for and execution of projects across

our North American – Business Continuity and Productivity Team. The candidate will be

identifying, scoping and driving technical projects to meet business initiatives focused on

Productivity. This candidate should have a proven record of executing work plans and

driving for results. This includes understanding 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 to complete work

with minimal guidance. Exhibiting a collaborative mindset and applying innovative

solutions are a must.

Key Components

• Responsible for Elevation productivity – ideation, scoping, and execution across the

condiments and sauces portfolio.

• The candidate will be scoping and/or driving highly technical and complex projects to

meet the business’ platform and productivity objectives.

• Opportunities may exist to lead junior developers on projects.

• Conduct feasibility assessments, prototype development, costing, supervision of factory

trials, development of recipe and factory documentation, recipe and label development,

technical approval, shelf–life assessment and technical support for factory production.

• prior learning or scientific principles to new situations.

• Manage multiple assignments/ tasks concurrently and demonstrate the ability to

complete work with minimal guidance.

• Exhibiting a collaborative mindset and applying innovative solutions are a must.

Requirements

• BS/MS in Food Science or Chemical Engineering

• Minimum of 4 years in a Technical Function (which can include internship work)

• Solid understanding of food chemistry, analytical testing, formulations, and processing

used in food manufacturing

• Sauce and condiment experience preferred

• Experience in productivity scoping and pipeline building a plus

• 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%

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:

$88,000.00 – $110,000.00

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.

R&D AT KRAFT HEINZ

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Our Research and Development team creates high-quality products that push the boundaries of what’s possible. Innovation is what gets us up in the morning!

Whether you want to develop your technical skills or grow as a people manager, there’s a place for you here to advance your career.

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