Conagra Brands
Reporting to the Director, Research & Development, you will be a key contributor to product development and innovation for our Meat Snacks Food Design team. You will bring a food-forward and culinary-focused mindset to create exciting new products and improve existing ones. Working onsite at our Innovation Tech Center in Downtown Chicago, you will explore consumer trends and transform insights into delicious innovations that strengthen Conagra’s snacking portfolio.
Responsibilities
Develop new Meat Snack products from concept through successful commercialization
Lead product cuttings, plant trials, and support new product startups and testing
Plan, prioritize, and complete tasks while maintaining accurate and complete records
Work with pilot plant equipment to create and refine prototypes
Use online specification systems, design experiments, and prepare results for review
Understand consumer demand spaces and develop prototypes that delight customers
Travel up to 40% as needed to support projects and plant trials
Experience and Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Meat Science, Animal Science, or related field
5+ years of experience in meat product development
Expertise in ingredient functionality and cost optimization projects
Curiosity for consumer demand and innovation within the CPG and culinary space
Knowledge in food product design, formulation, process design, product scale-up, plant testing, and commercialization
Comfortable working in manufacturing environments with varying conditions (noise, heat, cold, wet surfaces and exposure to all food allergens)
You will be onsite 4 days a week.
Relocation Relocation is available for this position. Preference given to local candidates, if applicable.
Compensation Pay Range: $81,000 - $118,000
Benefits
Health: Comprehensive healthcare plans, wellness incentive program, mental wellbeing support and fitness reimbursement
Wealth: Great pay, bonus incentive opportunity, matching 401(k) and stock purchase plan
Growth: Career development opportunities, employee resource groups, on-demand learning and tuition reimbursement
Balance: Paid time off, parental leave, flexible work schedules (subject to your location and role) and volunteer opportunities
Company At Conagra Brands, we have a rich heritage of making great food. We aspire to have the most impactful, energized and inclusive culture in food. As a member of our 18,000+ person team across 40+ locations, you are empowered to reach your potential, make an impact and own your career. We're in the business of building champions – within our people and our iconic brands like Birds Eye®, Slim Jim® and Reddi‑Wip®. Our focus on innovation extends beyond making great food, it also reflects our commitment to embracing new solutions that positively impact our team, the communities we serve and the health of our planet. Foodies welcome.
Conagra Brands is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, pregnancy, leave status, disability, veteran status, genetic information and/or any other characteristic or status protected by national, federal, state or local law. Reasonable accommodation may be made upon request.
Seniority level Mid-Senior level
Employment type Full-time
Job function Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
Industries Food and Beverage Services Food and Beverage Manufacturing
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Responsibilities
Develop new Meat Snack products from concept through successful commercialization
Lead product cuttings, plant trials, and support new product startups and testing
Plan, prioritize, and complete tasks while maintaining accurate and complete records
Work with pilot plant equipment to create and refine prototypes
Use online specification systems, design experiments, and prepare results for review
Understand consumer demand spaces and develop prototypes that delight customers
Travel up to 40% as needed to support projects and plant trials
Experience and Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Meat Science, Animal Science, or related field
5+ years of experience in meat product development
Expertise in ingredient functionality and cost optimization projects
Curiosity for consumer demand and innovation within the CPG and culinary space
Knowledge in food product design, formulation, process design, product scale-up, plant testing, and commercialization
Comfortable working in manufacturing environments with varying conditions (noise, heat, cold, wet surfaces and exposure to all food allergens)
You will be onsite 4 days a week.
Relocation Relocation is available for this position. Preference given to local candidates, if applicable.
Compensation Pay Range: $81,000 - $118,000
Benefits
Health: Comprehensive healthcare plans, wellness incentive program, mental wellbeing support and fitness reimbursement
Wealth: Great pay, bonus incentive opportunity, matching 401(k) and stock purchase plan
Growth: Career development opportunities, employee resource groups, on-demand learning and tuition reimbursement
Balance: Paid time off, parental leave, flexible work schedules (subject to your location and role) and volunteer opportunities
Company At Conagra Brands, we have a rich heritage of making great food. We aspire to have the most impactful, energized and inclusive culture in food. As a member of our 18,000+ person team across 40+ locations, you are empowered to reach your potential, make an impact and own your career. We're in the business of building champions – within our people and our iconic brands like Birds Eye®, Slim Jim® and Reddi‑Wip®. Our focus on innovation extends beyond making great food, it also reflects our commitment to embracing new solutions that positively impact our team, the communities we serve and the health of our planet. Foodies welcome.
Conagra Brands is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, pregnancy, leave status, disability, veteran status, genetic information and/or any other characteristic or status protected by national, federal, state or local law. Reasonable accommodation may be made upon request.
Seniority level Mid-Senior level
Employment type Full-time
Job function Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
Industries Food and Beverage Services Food and Beverage Manufacturing
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