• Food Scientist

    Winland Foods (Oak Brook, IL)


    Winland Foods is a leading food manufacturing company, delivering high-quality, innovative, and cost-effective food solutions to millions of consumers. We thrive on collaboration, efficiency, and creativity to bring new and exciting products to market. Join our team and be part of a company that values ingenuity and impact!

    Position Summary

    As a Food Scientist, you will play a crucial role in the research, development, and optimization of innovative food products. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams—including R&D, Quality Assurance, Manufacturing, Marketing, and Supply Chain—to ensure product quality, safety, and market success. If you have a passion for food science, problem-solving, and innovation, this role offers an exciting opportunity to make a tangible impact on our company’s success.

    Employee Type:

    Full time

    Location:

    IL Oak Brook

    Job Type:

    Research and Development

    Job Posting Title:

    Food Scientist

    Job Description:

    **Schedule** : Mon- Fri, hybrid 2 days a week

    **Work Location** : 2015 Spring Road, Oak Brook IL 60523

    **Benefits** : Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(K) with match, STL/LTD/AD&D/Life, HSA, FSA, EAP, Hospital indemnity, Accident insurance, Identity and Fraud Protection plan, Legal and Critical Illness.

    **Salary, based on experience and other qualifications:** $61,000 to 75,000 annual with additional bonus potential.

    + **Product Development & Innovation:** Formulate and develop new food products, ensuring alignment with market trends, consumer preferences, and regulatory requirements.

    + **Quality & Safety Assurance:** Conduct ingredient and product testing to ensure compliance with food safety standards and company quality expectations.

    + **Process Optimization:** Improve formulation and manufacturing processes to enhance efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and sustainability.

    + **Regulatory Compliance:** Ensure all products meet FDA, USDA, and other relevant food regulations and labeling requirements.

    + **Cross-Functional Collaboration:** Work closely with marketing, production, and supply chain teams to successfully bring new products to market.

    + **Testing & Analysis:** Utilize sensory evaluation, shelf-life studies, and analytical testing to refine and improve product performance.

    + **Technical Support:** Provide scientific and technical expertise to internal teams and customers to troubleshoot and resolve product-related challenges.

    Qualifications & Experience

    + **Education:** Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Nutrition, or a related field.

    + **Experience:** 3+ years of experience in food product development, formulation, or R&D.

    + **Technical Expertise:** Strong knowledge of food chemistry, microbiology, ingredient functionality, and processing technologies.

    + **Project Management:** Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

    + **Regulatory Knowledge:** Familiarity with food safety regulations, labeling laws, and industry standards (e.g., HACCP, FSMA, GMP).

    + **Analytical Skills:** Experience with lab equipment, sensory testing, and data analysis for product evaluation.

    + **Collaboration & Problem-Solving** : Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively across teams to drive innovation and solve technical challenges.

    + **Travel:** Occasional travel may be required (up to 10%).

     

    Why Join Us?

     

    + **Innovative Impact:** Be at the forefront of food science and contribute to exciting product launches.

    + **Career Growth:** Opportunities for learning, professional development, and advancement.

    + **Collaborative Culture:** Work alongside a passionate and dedicated team.

    + **Comprehensive Benefits:** Competitive salary, health coverage, and retirement plans.

     

    If you’re ready to blend science and creativity to shape the future of food, apply today and join our team!

    EEO Statement:

    Winland Foods seeks to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool, and as a global company we believe our success is enhanced by fostering equity and inclusion in the workplace. Therefore, Winland Foods is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military or veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

     

    Winland Foods is a leading private label food manufacturer of pasta, dry dinners, condiments, syrups, and more with nearly 3,000 employees operating out of 14 production facilities in US, Canada, and Italy.

     

    As a ‘newly’ established company, we are creating the building blocks for an innovative and agile organization that is purpose driven - delivering high quality food to our customers and communities. We foster an environment that encourages all employees to be heard, and values their contributions and ideas.

     

    By joining Winland Foods, you become a part of a new team that values passion, collaboration, and strives to prosper with our customers.

     

    To all recruitment agencies: Winland Foods does not accept unsolicited agency resumes/CVs. Please do not forward resumes/CVs to Winland Foods employees, or any company location(s). Winland Foods is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes/CVs.