Food Scientist

We are looking for a Food Scientist for our Lifestyle Brands group in Omaha, Nebraska!

As the Food Scientist, 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 formulate new products to meet customer preferences and reformulate existing products to improve quality and/or margins.

What you'll do in this role:

• Develop new products beginning at the concept phase through successful commercialization

• Design and conduct plant trials and new product start-ups

• Plan, prioritize and complete tasks effectively and efficiently

• Create product development schedules that are required to meet project timelines

• Select appropriate methods, tests and procedures for testing

• Develop project timelines, create technical proposals and report and make recommendations

• Maintain accurate and complete records

• Work with pilot plant equipment under limited supervision

• Learn and utilize on-line specification system

• Design and execute experiments and prepare results for review

• Conceptualize and develop new products prototypes

• Manage individual tasks and work under limited supervision

• Drive product cuttings, plant trials, and testing

• Maintain a clean, organized and safe work area, including the cleaning of equipment, utensils and work surfaces

What you'll need to be successful:

• BS degree preferably in Food Science, Science, or Chemistry.

• 3+ years of relevant work experience in food product design, formulation, ingredient functionality and interaction, process design, product scale-up, plant testing and commercialization

• Good understanding of food industry standards of quality and foods safety, and FDA regulations.

• Pro-active self-starter, ability to work independently as well as a team member

• Ability to independently manage multiple projects and tasks simultaneously

• Demonstrate ability to communicate well and to effectively influence and interact with others to accomplish research goals.

• Proficient with Microsoft Office software

Physical Requirements:

• Work in and around cramped/confined spaces

• Climbing to various heights via stairs or ladders

• Exposure to manufacturing environments for periodic extended work days to include:  loud noise, excessive heat, cold, wet, and slippery conditions. 

• Use of tools, equipment, and machinery

• Driving a company or rental vehicle for up to 6 hours as needed

• May 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 Modern Workplace:

Conagra’s culture of collaboration enhances our ability to meet critical business goals, deliver value to customers and consumers and provide you with the flexibility you need to achieve a better work-life balance. We carefully consider each role and how often each team member needs to collaborate in-person. This position is usually in the office Monday - Thursday (with some remote flexibility those days). Fridays are remote.

At this time, 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.

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Our 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 insurance
• Wealth: great pay, incentive opportunity, matching 401(k) and stock purchase plan
• Growth: online courses, virtual and classroom development experiences
• Balance: 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. ​