Principal Scientist
Principal Scientist
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Cheese ManufacturingPerishable Prepared Food ManufacturingDry, Condensed, and Evaporated Dairy Product Manufacturing
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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 inDAIRYR&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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