Top 35 Sensory scientist Jobs in Chicago Il

R&D Scientist I, Innovation
Blommer Chocolate Company —Chicago, IL
- $78,000 - $82,000 a year
- Microsoft Excel
- Mid-level
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Master Data Specialist
OFI —Chicago, IL
- $79,000 - $105,000 a year
- Data analysis skills
- Mid-level
- Office
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
Sensory Scientist
Bell Flavors and Fragrances —Northbrook, IL
- $75,000 - $85,000 a year
- Part-time
- Management
- ServSafe
- 5 years
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Food Scientist
OFI —Chicago, IL
- $87,000 - $116,000 a year
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
- Bachelor's degree
Senior Food Scientist
OFI —Chicago, IL
- $90,000 - $120,000 a year
- Master's degree
- Bachelor's degree
- Travel
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
Lead, Culinary – Innovation & Activations
Kraft Heinz Company —Glenview, IL
- $141,500 - $176,900 a year
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Up to 50% travel
- AD&D insurance
- Paid holidays
Relocate to Chicago: Director, Food Science & Product Development - Edibles
Green Thumb —Chicago, IL
- $155,000 - $170,000 a year
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Master's degree
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
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Senior Beverage Applications Scientist
Bell Flavors and Fragrances —Northbrook, IL
- $95,000 - $105,000 a year
- Full-time
- 7 years
- Bachelor's degree
- Mentoring
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Associate Scientist, R&D Product Development
Kraft Heinz Company —Glenview, IL
- $68,900 - $86,100 a year
- Bachelor of Science
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- AD&D insurance
- Paid holidays
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Senior Scientist, R&D - Transformation
Kraft Heinz Company —Glenview, IL
- $89,800 - $112,200 a year
- Bachelor of Science
- Project management
- Senior level
- AD&D insurance
- Paid holidays
Principal Scientist - Liquid Product Development
Newly Weds Foods- Corporate —Broadview, IL
- $110,000 - $125,000 a year
- Full-time
- Pass drug screening
- Bachelor's degree
- Continuous improvement
- AD&D insurance
- Paid holidays
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Director, Product Development - Edibles
Green Thumb —Chicago, IL
- $155,000 - $170,000 a year
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Master's degree
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
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1d
Food Scientist – Soup, Stock & Broth Innovation
Ajinomoto Health & Nutrition North America, Inc. —Itasca, IL
- $97,000 - $101,000 a year
- Full-time
- Bachelor of Science
- Mid-level
- Math
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14d
Food Innovation Scientist (Food & Beverage Manufacturing)
Baldwin Richardson Foods —Westmont, IL
- $85,000 - $95,000 a year
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- In-person
12d
R&D/QA Lab Technician
Simple Mills —Chicago, IL
- $55,000 - $65,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Outlook
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- Opportunities for advancement
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Food Scientist - Meat
Grecian Delight | Kronos Food Corp —Elk Grove Village, IL
- $85,000 - $100,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Bachelor of Science
- Health savings account
- AD&D insurance
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Product Development Food Scientist
Mizkan America —Mount Prospect, IL
- $84,900 - $100,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Bachelor of Science
- Writing skills
- Profit sharing
- Wellness program
2d
Cost Estimator
Parametrix —Chicago, IL
- $90,000 - $110,000 a year
- Hybrid work
- Mid-level
- Finance
- 2 years
- Profit sharing
- Paid holidays
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ECU WHITE BOX & STRESS TEST ENGINEER
Capgemini Sogeti —Chicago, IL
- $54,300 - $119,490 a year
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Senior level
- Electrical Engineering
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
Food Science Laboratory Technician
Ajinomoto Health & Nutrition North America, Inc. —Itasca, IL
- Full-time
- Culinary experience
- Mid-level
- Math
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R&D Scientist I, Innovation

Blommer Chocolate Company -
Chicago, IL

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Job Details

$78,000 - $82,000 a year

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance
Pet insurance

Qualifications

Customer communication
Microsoft Excel
Bachelor's degree
Food & beverage production
Microsoft Teams
Productivity software
Technical Proficiency

Full Job Description

Blommer has been providing delicious, high-quality chocolate and cocoa products to customers since 1939. Built as a family business, we are continuing to grow and are looking for motivated and reliable associates to help in our mission of Bringing Chocolate to Life!

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Formulate products with guidance and develop an understanding of how ingredients, processing and specification parameters translate and impact sensory and finished product applications. Develop understanding of the impact of ingredient substitutions and functional ingredients for Blommer and our customers
Operate equipment to generate product samples from start to finish (gathering raw materials, making the sample, molding samples into a presentable format, mailing samples)
Analyze product by measuring physical parameters and performance in application. Participate in and conduct sensory testing with guidance
Develop and maintain corresponding documentation and data in appropriate systems with review
Develop understanding of feasibility of running new products or ingredients and conduct trials to support commercialization and meet customer and Blommer operational efficiency expectations
Execute dynamic research projects with proper documentation of results. With support, analyze data to derive conclusions and communicate results with recommendations of future studies and/or next steps
With direction, assess and troubleshoot technical problems and provide necessary data to identify solutions (verbally, on site, written communication) for customers and internally
Develop an understanding of the Blommer portfolio and manufacturing capabilities to provide specific product recommendations and product usage guidance
Collaborate with internal partners to bring new business, build customer relationships and solve technical issues
Communicate technical information in an audience appropriate way, in settings including technical training and presentations to customers and internal stakeholders as well as conferences and industry events
Educate customers on our products and capabilities including giving facility tours
Represent Blommer within the industry by attending meetings, conferences, and trade shows, actively participating in trade organizations and/or becoming involved in the community
Maintain awareness of current trends and research in the cocoa/chocolate market

Note: The employer reserves the right to change or assign other duties to this position

Physical Requirements:

Able to consume chocolate & related products daily and clearly communicate sensory attributes.
General office environment and hands-on work in a laboratory environment
Must be able to climb ladder, bend, and stoop, stand for prolonged periods of time and occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds
Requires extended periods of standing, walking, climbing and sitting
Occasionally exposed to heat, cold, noise, dust

Safety, Quality and Hygiene Requirements:

Maintain compliance with all company policies, procedures and code of conduct

Performance Expectations:

Properly use the tools & systems available to you, including safely running equipment as well as following SOPs and templates.
Produce high quality, professional written communication free of grammatical and formatting errors.
Support and foster the established R&D culture, by giving peers mentorship and support, passing on critical knowledge and thinking creatively to efficiently solve problems.
Collaborate and work directly with a variety of roles, departments & personalities, communicating clearly and resolving conflict as necessary.
Maintain mindset of continuous professional development, including building and maintaining subject matter expertise.
With manager direction and support, complete assignments promptly during designated working hours.
Approach data gathering and research projects with a scientific mindset, executing provided experimental designs in a repeatable fashion with appropriate input from teammates.
Able to gather & clearly communicate relevant data to inform recommendations and decisions regarding an ingredient, formula or product’s performance

Skills and Work Experience Requirements:

General experience with kitchen and confection equipment
Must be able to taste and consume chocolate and related products
Excellent communication skills, written and verbal
Proficient in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams), CMR program

Education:

Bachelor's degree in food science or comparable field with relevant experience and interest.
Zero to three years’ experience in R&D food manufacturing operations, quality, or R&D.

Career Progression:

Employees are encouraged to express interest in internal career opportunities throughout Blommer
Expectations for promotion or job role change are driven by proficiency and performance in current role
Career progression would align to other Scientist I roles within Blommer with the opportunity to progress to Scientist II

A reasonable estimate of the current base salary range at the time of posting is below. The base salary does not include other forms of compensation or benefits. The actual base salary within the specified range is based on several factors, including but not limited to applicant's skills, prior relevant experience, education, certifications, job responsibilities, market considerations and, if applicable, the location of the position.

This role is eligible for either a discretionary annual bonus (based on company, business unit and individual performance).

Salary Range: $78K-82K

Benefits: Blommer understands that our employees are our biggest assets. With this in mind we offer a generous benefits package.

Health, Dental & Vision- eligibility begins day 1 of hire!
401(K)
Pet insurance
Tuition reimbursement
10 pounds of free chocolate for your birthday

Blommer Chocolate Company provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Note to External Recruiters / Search Firms: Blommer Chocolate Company does not accept unsolicited resumes and will not pay for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. Any unsolicited resumes received will not be considered as a valid submission.

Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.

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