R&D Process Engineer

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You work as part of a cross-functional team to lead and deliver the activities required to complete process design and process deployment for innovation, growth and productivity projects for North America with an emphasis on delivering the desired consumer experience.

How you will contribute

With the support of a manager and technical coaches, you will design and implement projects in line with RDQ, marketing and manufacturing requirements and effectively communicate project statuses and risks. As part of that planning process, you will conduct activities to generate the appropriate process information, using modelling, simulations, pilot plant and plant trials in accordance with good manufacturing practices and HACCP requirements. You will also plan and conduct process development activities including process design and specifications, process scale-up and commissioning, technical risk assessments and create and maintain accurate consumer centric process specifications. In this role, you will assist in planning the effective use of resources, including the use of external agencies, and manage stakeholders, making recommendations and influencing decisions based on analysis and interpretation of data. You will also create intellectual property to drive competitive advantage.

What you will bring

A desire to drive your future and accelerate your career and the following experience and knowledge:

• Relevant engineering and or process development experience, ideally within a fast-moving consumer goods environment.

• Working in teams and independently with appropriate guidance.

• Prioritizing and managing activities.

• Identifying problems proactively and creating and implementing solutions.

• Applying fundamental technical understanding to interpret and analyze data and to reach clear conclusions.

• Communicating technical information effectively verbally and in writing.

• Constantly championing for the consumer.

• Technical curiosity, continuous learner and a drive to ensure technical rigor.

What you need to know about this position:

The candidate will be responsible for designing, planning and execution of trials for pilot plant and plant. They must also develop and manage project plans and timelines ensuring that projects are delivered on time. Candidate should possess strong technical and project management skills, and effective communication skills. This position will have the opportunity to build strong relationships across R&D, with suppliers, Co-manufacturers, the Business, Research, etc.

The candidate must possess some experience in formulation, process and commercialization. The individual must be able to write detailed process specifications and project reports and is able to support quality and manufacturing needs as it relates to their projects. Product tasting with different allergen profiles is also part of this position, to contribute with shelf-life studies, product creation and product changes.

The candidate must be able to assess testing plans, gather and analyze data and make recommendations based on findings. While the candidate will be a member of a team, they will need to be able to lead their assigned projects and collaborate with cross functional team members.

Primary responsibilities:

Lead execution of innovation, brand value, quality improvement launches from Pilot plant assessment to commercialization and lead alternative line qualifications, ensuring trial readiness (70%)
Develop, update and maintain process/ product specification of assigned projects (20%)
Engage with research technical experts, suppliers, RDQ partners, and Business cross functional partners including Marketing, Sales, PCM, Procurement, Manufacturing, Consumer Science, CIS, Graphics partners (10%)

Key stakeholders include:

• Product development

• Marketing Brand and Platform leads

• Biscuit Operations, Business Unit Lead

• Packaging Group leaders and Packaging counterparts

• Sensory & Consumer science group

• Corporate and Field Quality

What extra ingredients you will bring:

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Demonstrated ability to work with all levels of the organization

Excellent written and oral communication skills; able to effectively communicate to all levels within the organization. Use of software including Word, Excel and Minitab

Ability to influence others and get results through working with a diverse team

Demonstrated ability to prioritize and manage complexity- manage multiple project activities

Executional excellence, personal leadership, time management and problem-solving competencies

Strong demonstration of living the values in leading by example.

Education / Certifications: Bachelors in Engineer, Chemical Engineer, Mechanical Engineer or related field.

Job specific requirements: 3- 5 years of working with proven track record of successful product launches and process development technology in the Food Industry is preferred.

Strong Engineering and process Knowledge with some basic understanding of Food Science and Food Chemistry

Travel requirements: up to 40% domestic and international.

Work schedule: This position is based in East Hanover, NJ, with a hybrid work model offering a mix of onsite and remote flexibility.

Salary and Benefits: The base salary range for this position is $73,900 - $101,650; the exact salary depends on several factors such as experience, skills, education, and budget. In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for participation in a highly competitive bonus program with possibility for overachievement based on performance and company results and eligibility to participate in our long-term incentive program. In addition, Mondelez International offers the following benefits: health insurance, wellness and family support programs, life and disability insurance, retirement savings plans, paid leave programs, education related programs, paid holidays and vacation time. Some of these benefits have eligibility requirements. Many of these benefits are subsidized or fully paid for by the company.

The United States is the largest market in the Mondelez International family with a significant employee and manufacturing footprint. Here, we produce our well-loved household favorites to provide our consumers with the right snack, at the right moment, made the right way. We have corporate offices, sales, manufacturing and distribution locations throughout the U.S. to ensure our iconic brandsincluding Oreo and Chips Ahoy! cookies, Ritz, Wheat Thins and Triscuit crackers, and Swedish Fish and Sour Patch Kids confectionery products are close at hand for our consumers across the country.

Mondelez Global LLC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants who require accommodation to participate in the job application process may contact ... for assistance.

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