Fixed-term Contract: 12 Months (with potential for extension or conversion to a permanent role)
We have an excellent opportunity available for an Experienced R&D Technologist to make a difference in our R&D organization in Kraft Heinz. This position lies within the UK&I Mealz R&D Team. You’ll be working in a high performing team, alongside peers always trying to reach the next level. You’ll be reporting to the Senior R&D Manager UK&I. This role communicates very strongly with internal senior stakeholders.
Responsibilities
- Leading technically large and/or highly complex projects through company process, partnering with cross-functional team
- Executing prototyping and product development in line with the agreed brief/experimental plan, carrying out required analytical and validation tests
- Creating and owning the execution and delivery of the technical project plan.
- Leading product portfolio management and ensuring product quality standards are met or exceeded
- Completing JTBD in your area of remit to drive value creation.
- Coaching and mentoring product technologists
- Managing budgets for projects and coordinating resources
Qualifications
- Bachelor or MSc in Food Science & Technology (or equivalent in related field such as Biology, Chemistry, Engineering)
- 5+ years of experience in Product Development in the food industry
- Relevant experience working in international and complex/matrix organizations
- Ability to deal with complex projects and build effective partnerships with other functions
- Consumer & customer focus
- Ability to translate science & technology into consumer solutions with strategic thinking
- Creative & energetic, flexible & pragmatic, resilient
- Strong communication skills, influencing and presentation skills
- Excellent communication in English
Professional Attributes
- Team player
- Fast integration in the team. High performance team mentality. You connect easily with people and feel motivated by international environment and experience different cultures.
- Ability to simplify
- Your ability to simplify and pragmatism will be highly appreciated, as your capability to translate complex data into a simple solution with your analytical mindset.
- Multitasking
- Manage multiple assignments/tasks concurrently with the ability to question the priority of work. Willing to work in a high pressure but rewarding environment.
- Technical expertise
- Possess strong technical functional skills, champion in with routines, processes, WoW, methodologies; suggest changes and improvements.
- Independent and influencer
- High degree of autonomy and ownership, open to give coaching and bring people along the journey.
What We Offer You / You Deserve
- An ambitious employer; we only want the best for you;
- A competitive Salary
- Reimbursement travel expenses
Always room for new ideas; if you have an excellent idea, please let us know and we can set it in action!
Senior R&D Technologist in Wigan employer: Kraft Heinz
Kraft Heinz in Greater Manchester is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that prioritises safety, quality, and innovation. Employees benefit from comprehensive growth opportunities, including professional development and training in cutting-edge maintenance methodologies. With a commitment to fostering a collaborative environment, Kraft Heinz ensures that every team member plays a vital role in enhancing asset reliability and operational excellence.
