Scientist

Since 1869 we've connected people through food they love. We're proud to be stewards of amazing brands that people trust. Our portfolio includes the iconic Campbell's brand, as well as Michael Angelo's, Pace, Pacific Foods, Prego, Rao's Homemade, Swanson, and V8. In our Snacks division, we have brands like Cape Cod, Goldfish, Kettle Brand, Lance, Late July, Pepperidge Farm, Snack Factory, and Snyder's of Hanover.

Here, you will make a difference every day. You will be supported to build a rewarding career with opportunities to grow, innovate and inspire. Make history with us.

Why Campbell's...

• Benefits begin on day one and include medical, dental, short and long-term disability, AD&D, and life insurance (for individual, families, and domestic partners).
• Employees are eligible for our matching 401(k) plan and can enroll on the first day of employment with immediate vesting.
• Campbell's offers unlimited sick time along with paid time off and holiday pay.
• If in WHQ - free access to the fitness center. Access to on-site day care (operated by Bright Horizons) and company store.
• Giving back to the communities where our employees work and live is very important to Campbell's. Our "Campbell's Cares" program matches employee donations and/or volunteer activity up to $1,500 annually.
• Campbell's has a variety of Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to support employees.

How you will make history here...

The Research & Development Scientist will be responsible for developing new broth product designs from concept to commercialization, focusing on base innovation, renovation, cost optimization, and quality initiatives. The individual will work under supervision to design and execute identified projects, requiring a strong knowledge of technical principles and product commercialization processes. This knowledge must be applied towards designing new products or reformulating existing ones. In this role, you will report to the Manager of Research and Development - Broth.

What you will do...

• Project Execution (80%)

• Project Planning & Management (10%)

• Communication (10%)

• Working with the technical and business teams to identify and define product concepts and establish project objectives.

• Helping in the development and execution of project timelines, which includes contingency planning.

• Leveraging vendor capabilities, where appropriate, to expand formulation possibilities, research new ingredients, product technologies and/or processes to develop unique and innovative products to increase speed to market.

• Developing prototypes to support concept and ideation exploratory work.

• Formulating products for scale-up and reformulating based upon consumer direction.

• Conducting trials in the Pilot plant or manufacturing facilities to assess manufacturing capability and consumer acceptability.

• Interfacing product design with various nutritional guidelines, and cost constraints.

• Working with Process Development and Supply Chain to identify internal or external manufacturing needs.

• Demonstrating flexibility and agility to react rapidly to change in project scope.

• With guidance, determining the root cause problem and execute effectively on solutions.

• Developing awareness of industry developments to pursue ingredient, product, or technology advances for application to new and innovative product initiatives

What you will bring to the table... (Must Have)

• Bachelor's Degree required

• 1.5+ years of Food science or Supply Chain experience

It would be great if you have... (Nice to Have)

• Masters Degree

• 3+ years of Food Science/Scientist experience or experience within a lab

• Skills in commercializing products/processes in the manufacturing environment is desired.

• Knowledge of ingredients and food systems.

• Knowledge of consumer testing methodologies.

• Knowledge of experimental design.

• Computer skills including basic fluency in Microsoft Office, database, and internet tools.

• Good problem-solving skills.

• Ability to work with ambiguity and seek creative solutions.

• Ability to work with support groups and functions effectively in a team environment.

• Highly effective team-player, willing to contribute within a wide variety of areas.

• Strong planning and organizing skills.

• Good oral and written communications as well as presentation skills are required.

Working Conditions:

• Anticipated travel of up to 30% which may include the following:

  • World Headquarters (WHQ) Office, Research Kitchen, Pilot Plant, and Manufacturing Plants (Campbell Soup Company (CSC), co-manufacturers and vendors).

• A significant portion of the job is in the thermal production environment; thus, the work exposes the employee to heat and hot food products, coolers, and freezers requiring the use of personal protective equipment.

• Ability to walk/stand up at times for up to of the workday.

• Physical ability to handle weights of up to approximately thirty pounds.

• Handle allergens including dairy, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, wheat, eggs and other food ingredient chemicals and allergens while wearing appropriate PPE.

• Willingness and ability to taste and evaluate a wide range of food products and ingredients.

Compensation and Benefits:

The target base salary range for this full-time, salaried position is between

Individual base pay depends on work location and additional factors such as experience, job-related skills, and relevant education or training. Total pay may include other forms of compensation. In addition, we offer competitive health, dental, 401k and wellness benefits beginning on the first day of employment. Please ask your Talent Acquisition Partner for more information about our total rewards package.

The Company is committed to providing equal opportunity for employees and qualified applicants in all aspects of the employment relationship, including consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, marital status, protected veteran status, disability, age, religion, or any other classification protected by law.