Senior Chemist
Company: Conagra Brands
Location: Omaha
Posted on: September 20, 2023
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Job Description:
We are looking for a Senior Chemist to join our R&D team in
Omaha, Nebraska!Located along the Missouri River, our Omaha office
is within walking distance to downtown shops and restaurants.
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 pilot plant
capabilities.As the Senior Chemist, reporting to the Chemistry
Manager, you will oversee the analysis of food products and
packaging materials to determine quality attributes and chemical
composition; ensure compliance to manufacturing and quality
specifications, nutritional labeling specifications and regulatory
and food safety standards using standardized and research test
methods and technical procedures. You will ensure that current and
new methods meet the requirements of the laboratory quality
management system and act as a delegate for the Manager of
Chemistry. You will oversee lab operations with minimal or no
supervisory oversight and may have 1 or 2 direct reports.Position
Responsibilities:Train and supervise analysts/technicians who
perform routine chemical analysis of raw ingredients, components
and finished food products developed and manufactured for ConAgra
Foods; oversee daily work activities.Research new analytical
methods; conduct literature reviews and supervise laboratory
testing for evaluation of
new methodologies.Supervise progress of basic applied research
activities.Create and implement laboratory management system
policies and procedures as well as, laboratory safety policies and
procedures; ensure laboratory operations are safely and efficiently
carried out.Perform complex technical chemical analyses of food
samples.Monitor the quality of analytical test results.Interpret,
review and approve instrumental and nutritional data generated by
laboratory staff.Provide technical information and guidance to
staff members and/or laboratory customers regarding complex
analytical testing; analyze and interpret complex data for lab
customers.Provide technical information to product developers for
use in product formulation.Support QA and RQ&I needs by
conducting special projects and
providing technical advice and scientific information to ensure the
safety and quality of ConAgra Foods products.Mentor junior
scientists.Position Requirements:BS or BA degree in Chemistry.5+
years experience in analytical chemistry, food chemistry or related
field/function.Leadership and/or supervisory experience
preferred.Experience with chromatographic and spectroscopic
techniques required.Experience with mass spectrometry and/or FAMEs
analysis preferred.Experience with instrument maintenance
preferred.Advanced technical/scientific report writing skills
required.Strong written and verbal interpersonal and communication
skills.Understanding of food product development, processes, and
safety.Advanced knowledge of statistical and analytical tools and
fundamentals.Experience implementing quality management systems for
Analytical Chemistry.Experience with ISO/IEC.We 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.Physical Requirements:Work in and around cramped/confined
spaces.Climbing to various heights via stairs or laddersExposure to
manufacturing environments for periodic extended workdays 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 allergens.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. The company will also provide a 3% non-elective
contribution to your account regardless of your participation
(that's 9%)! #LI-MH1#LI-ONSITE#LI-MSLOur 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.
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