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Executive Recruiter - Partnering World-Class Companies with Top-Tier Talent Principal Scientist, R&D – Director-Level | Cheese Innovation Join a top 10 global dairy processor as a Director-level Principal Scientist leading innovation in pasta filata cheeses (string, mozzarella, provolone). This is a key strategic role driving product development, process optimization, and technical leadership across the cheese portfolio. Multiple Location Options in CALIFORNIA OR WISCONSIN Relocation assistance provided Responsibilities
Lead R&D strategy and innovation for pasta filata cheese products. Identify new technologies to enhance quality, yield, and operational efficiency. Collaborate cross-functionally with sales, ops, packaging, and category teams. Build strategic partnerships with suppliers, universities, and industry groups. Support IP strategy, quality initiatives, and capital project feasibility. Qualifications
Must have hands-on experience with pasta filata cheese development
(string, mozzarella, provolone). Have a minimum of 5 - 10 years in
DAIRY
R&D or technical services. Master’s in Dairy/Food Science or related field. Proven leadership and strong communication skills. Willingness to travel 50%+. Drive innovation. Lead change. Shape the future of cheese. Additional job details
Seniority level: Director Employment type: Full-time Job function: Research, Product Management, and Science Industries: Dairy Product Manufacturing and Food and Beverage Manufacturing Note: The description includes other job postings and time-stamped opportunities which are not part of the Principal Scientist role and have been omitted to maintain focus on the core position.
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Executive Recruiter - Partnering World-Class Companies with Top-Tier Talent Principal Scientist, R&D – Director-Level | Cheese Innovation Join a top 10 global dairy processor as a Director-level Principal Scientist leading innovation in pasta filata cheeses (string, mozzarella, provolone). This is a key strategic role driving product development, process optimization, and technical leadership across the cheese portfolio. Multiple Location Options in CALIFORNIA OR WISCONSIN Relocation assistance provided Responsibilities
Lead R&D strategy and innovation for pasta filata cheese products. Identify new technologies to enhance quality, yield, and operational efficiency. Collaborate cross-functionally with sales, ops, packaging, and category teams. Build strategic partnerships with suppliers, universities, and industry groups. Support IP strategy, quality initiatives, and capital project feasibility. Qualifications
Must have hands-on experience with pasta filata cheese development
(string, mozzarella, provolone). Have a minimum of 5 - 10 years in
DAIRY
R&D or technical services. Master’s in Dairy/Food Science or related field. Proven leadership and strong communication skills. Willingness to travel 50%+. Drive innovation. Lead change. Shape the future of cheese. Additional job details
Seniority level: Director Employment type: Full-time Job function: Research, Product Management, and Science Industries: Dairy Product Manufacturing and Food and Beverage Manufacturing Note: The description includes other job postings and time-stamped opportunities which are not part of the Principal Scientist role and have been omitted to maintain focus on the core position.
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