The Scientist position is a product development role that will be a part of The Sparkling Flavors Innovation team. Sparkling products is our history, and flavors are our future. Our approach to business is to start with facts, based in science and our passion is to work towards a better shared future to make a difference in people’s lives, communities, and our planet. Our scientists help support that future and we’re looking for an individual that will support the execution of new product development initiatives designed to create robust pipeline of sparkling beverage innovations to meet the short and the long-term priorities of the sparkling flavors portfolio.

This role will be responsible for conducting fundamental or applied research to improve or generate new products, components, equipment etc., and conduct research projects according to established scientific methods and newly devised methods. Additional responsibilities in support of the team also include maintenance and troubleshooting lab equipment. The ideal candidate will have prior experience in a similar role and be eager to be part of the largest beverage company in the world.

What You’ll Do for Us

• Development of lab scale prototypes, producing pilot plans for both beverage-based parts and final products. Prepares beverages and conducts analytical tests on taste and/or odor according to sensory guidelines, including qualifying taste panelists.
• Designs, produces, and evaluates/assesses, through lab testing, a product prototype/sample against technical requirements, fit to concept or performance specifications.
• Designs, develops, conducts and/or reviews experiments to deliver new products and evaluates ingredient, product or packaging safety, efficacy, or claims; or evaluate new ingredients, materials, products, or processes.
• Writes detailed & accurate reports for analyses, experiments, or projects. Gathers and organizes information under tight timelines to support senior management's decision-making.
• Participates in team projects, interdepartmental/divisional committees, or company-wide initiatives to share information, represent the department/division perspective, or assist with product development, process modification, package development and marketing.
• Works on product development projects assigned by line manager from idea generation to formula finalization through close discussion and alignment with Technical and Marketing team and all other stakeholders.
• Create and properly evaluate flavor emulsions for Core Sparkling Flavor products
• Participates in commercialization scale test at manufacturing line with QA and commercialization team if needed.

What You’ll Need

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Chemistry or related field is required, Master’s degree is preferred
• Must possess 2-3 years successful experience in product development.
• Basic knowledge of the organic chemistry of essential oils and other flavor compounds that are relevant to Company products along with the basic emulsions knowledge and the ability to apply said knowledge within the category to produce shelf-stable products.
• Previous experience with flavor emulsion creation, production and evaluation is a plus
• Must have moderate knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Must possess the ability to recognize and protect proprietary information as it relates to formulas and ingredients.
• Knowledge of project management principles and the ability to apply the principles, tools, and techniques to develop/plan, manage or execute projects or work plans to ensure successful completion is ideal.

Key Functional Skills

• Product Development
• Flavor Chemistry
• Beverage Manufacturing
• Regulatory and Food Law
• Building Technical Relationships
• Project Management
• Laboratory Practices

What We Can Do for You

• Purpose Driven: Purpose driven approach that empowers our people to protect the environment and communities we serve while delivering safe & quality products.
• Global Connections: Allows you to develop, enhance and maintain global connections that allow us to move faster and learn from others.
• Community of Belonging: We’re an organization that believes our ability to continually grow and build the right atmosphere where people feel safe and empowered, lets you bring your best self to work.