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Everyone on our Research & Innovation (R&I) team shares a passion for innovation, new process, new formulations, new packaging and new ways of thinking. By joining this team, you will use your scientific and technologic expertise to bring health through food, meet the needs of consumers and nurture growth in the business. We are looking to hire a Food Scientist II on our yogurt team, based in Louisville, CO! You will be responsible for collaborating with a cross functional team to design, develop and commercialize winning yogurts based on consumer and market understanding. You will also be tasked with developing the formula & process, then ensuring smooth scale-up in factory, while validating post-launch success. The role encompasses leading product development programs across innovation, renovation and productivity. This position involves strong interactions with internal cross functional teams and external suppliers, hands-on bench and analytical work, pilot plant work, managing formula cost and specifications (ingredients, product & process), conducting and coordinating industrial tests in plants, and assisting in industrial scale-up. This position necessitates someone with strong technical curiosity, willingness to learn and apply technical understandings around yogurt. The candidate must have strong timeline management and communication skills and must be able to represent R&I interests during all project and cross ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Develop innovation and renovation formulations to deliver on Brand, Product and Consumer Insights, Regulatory, Quality & Food Safety, and Project Requirements Independently manages medium to high technical complexity projects according to stage gate needs Managing projects according to STAGE GATE PROCESS methodology. Working within project teams as the R&I lead to develop formulas and processes, address technical hurdles, provide guidance related to commercialization, assess risks and manage R&I timelines. Contributing to innovation and productivity pipelines outside chartered program work by engaging with the broader yogurt community, suppliers, external partners and internal cross functional teams. Designing pilot trials (DOE), organizing tasting sessions with Marketing & cross functional stakeholders, and drawing conclusions and recommendations for next steps. Drive continuous improvement across all areas of the role including systems, established WoW, and manufacturing procedures. Collaborating with suppliers to obtain the best results for product development (brief suppliers and follow up on their progress). Identifying new suppliers that bring technological advantage to Danone's product portfolio and share insights across all impacted within the R&I organization. Participating in consumer test design, organize sample production and ensure product quality follow up. Realizing scale up / industrialization with Engineering and Manufacturing departments and conduct shelf-life studies. Participating as an R&I representative for product launch/start up by preparing all specifications related to product line (except packaging) and ensure that all documentation needed is available prior to start up. Planning, executing, and managing the development of prototype products in lab, pilot plant and at production facilities. Maintaining stringent technical and experimental documentation. Sourcing and maintaining vendor relationships to secure the necessary ingredients that align with prevailing company standards. Evaluating new suppliers and/or ingredients. Ensuring all developed products meet internal and external guidelines for nutrition, regulatory affairs, and food labeling (including a broad range of certifications). Networking with Danone global R&I community to share best practices on current processes/products. The base compensation range for this position is $85,000-113,000 commensurate with experience. Danone North Ame ica additionally offers a performance-based bonus and has a strong benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug Coverage, 401k Plan, Wellness Program, Life Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement, Flexible Time Off, and Paid Parental Bonding Leave, among other benefit plan options. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree in food science, nutrition, or closely related field with at least 5-10 years of relevant progressive experience Master's degree in food science, nutrition, or closely related field with at least 3-5 years of relevant progressive experience PhD degree in in food science, nutrition, or closely related field with at least 1 years of relevant progressive experience Proficient technical skills on product formulation, industrial processes and manufacturing practices, preferred knowledge on dairy and/or plant-based development, specifically around fermentation Flexibility to travel (35%) & willingness to support plant trials outside of business hours Strong project management/organization and leadership skills Excellent verbal and written communication skills Ability to work cross-functionally and able to train staff Proficiency in product development systems and general computer skills Passion about creating, rapid prototyping, development and commercialization of ideas under tight timelines Strong attention to detail and ability to manage and track multiple projects Passionate about continuous improvement and optimization of WoW

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree in food science, nutrition, or closely related field with at least 5-10 years of relevant progressive experience Master's degree in food science, nutrition, or closely related field with at least 3-5 years of relevant progressive experience PhD degree in in food science, nutrition, or closely related field with at least 1 years of relevant progressive experience Proficient technical skills on product formulation, industrial processes and manufacturing practices, preferred knowledge on dairy and/or plant-based development, specifically around fermentation Flexibility to travel (35%) & willingness to support... For full info