Food Scientist - Food Service/Frozen Meals
Company: Conagra Brands
Location: Omaha
Posted on: April 20, 2024
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Job Description:
We are looking for a Food Scientist to join our team in Omaha,
Nebraska!As a Food Scientist, reporting to the R&D Manager on
our Food Service Frozen Meals team, you will work on innovation and
product development for our frozen multi-serve meals for our
internal brands as well as key national accounts. You will
research, conduct experiments, gather data, develop preliminary
findings and prepare written reports for the development of new
products beginning at conception through successful
commercialization. You will drive project timelines, create
technical proposals and reports, and make recommendations.Located
along the Missouri River, our Omaha office is within walking
distance to downtown shops and restaurants. Join us for yoga or
strength training classes offered at the onsite fitness center.
Conagra's R&D facilities in Omaha are state of the art,
including a large super lab, open benchtop space for prototype
development, a top-of-the-line culinary kitchen, and a 50,000
square foot pilot plant.What you'll do in this role:Develop new
products beginning at the concept phase through successful
commercializationDesign and conduct plant trials and new product
start-upsCreates product development schedules that are required to
meet project timelinesWork with pilot plant equipment.Learn and
utilize on-line specification systemDesign and execute experiments
and prepare results for reviewConceptualize and develop new
products prototypesDrive product cuttings, plant trials, and
testingMaintains a clean, organized and safe work area, including
the cleaning of equipment, utensils and work surfacesWhat you'll
need to be successful:BS in Food Science or related field.3+ years
of relevant work experienceRequires knowledge in food product
design, formulation, ingredient functionality and interaction,
process design, product scale-up, plant testing and
commercializationGood understanding of food industry standards of
quality and foods safety, and FDA regulationsAbility to manage and
prioritize multiple projects.Demonstrate ability to communicate
well and to effectively influence and interact with others to
accomplish research goalsProficient with Microsoft Office
softwarePhysical Requirements:Work in and around cramped/confined
spacesClimbing to various heights via stairs or laddersExposure to
manufacturing environments for periodic extended work days to
include: loud noise, excessive heat, cold, wet, and slippery
conditions.Use of tools, equipment, and machineryDriving a company
or rental vehicle for up to 6 hours as neededMay travel up to 30%
of time. Must be able to travel independently and as a responsible
CAG representative.Exposure to food tasting and smells including
all food allergensWe 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.This role is typically in
the office Mon - Thursdays with some flexibility. Fridays are
usually remote.Our benefits include medical, dental, vision, 15
vacation days, 6 additional days off and 10 paid holidays. Check
out our 401k plan too! Conagra will match 100% up to the first 6%
of pay you save. We will also provide a 3% non-elective
contribution to your account regardless of your participation
(that's 9%)!#LI-MH1#LI-ONSITE#LI-ASSOCIATEOur Benefits:We care
about your total well-being and will support you with the
following, subject to your location and role:Health: Medical,
dental and vision insurance, company-paid life, accident and
disability insuranceWealth: great pay, incentive opportunity,
matching 401(k) and stock purchase planGrowth: online courses,
virtual and classroom development experiencesBalance: paid-time
off, parental leave, flexible work-schedules (subject to your
location and role)Our Company:Conagra Brands is one of North
America's leading branded food companies. We have a rich heritage
of making great food, and a team that's passionate about innovation
and growth. Conagra offers choices for every occasion through
iconic brands, such as Birds Eye--, Marie Callender's--, Banquet--,
Healthy Choice--, Slim Jim--, Reddi-wip--, and Vlasic--, and
emerging brands, including Angie's-- BOOMCHICKAPOP--, Duke's--,
Earth Balance--, Gardein--, and Frontera--.We pride ourselves on
having the most impactful, energized and inclusive culture in the
food industry. For more information, visit
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.
Keywords: Conagra Brands, Omaha , Food Scientist - Food Service/Frozen Meals, Hospitality & Tourism , Omaha, Nebraska
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