Research & Development Product Assistant

Research & Development Product Assistant page is loaded## Research & Development Product Assistant remote type:
Onsite locations:
Glenview, IL:
Warrendale, PAtime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition :
R-100509##

Job Description
** Job Purpose
** As a Research & Development Product Assistant for Kraft Heinz, you will support product development and innovation activities by performing hands-on laboratory food preparation, sample handling, testing, and documentation. This role works closely with food scientists and product/packaging developers to ensure accurate execution of test formulas, data collection, and maintenance of a safe, organized lab environment. The technician contributes to the development and refinement of products through consistent application of protocols, quality standards, and operational excellence.
** Essential Functions & Responsibilities*
* · Prepare ingredients, formulas, and product samples per established procedures and specifications
· Conduct routine laboratory tests, measurements, evaluations, and tastings; accurately record observations and data
· Responsible for all operational tasks for shelf-life studies, including preparing samples, loading and retrieving samples from shelf‐life chambers, analytical testing, and cleaning work spaces
· Moderate weekly shelf‐life showings; take notes and document results
· Participate in taste evaluations for relevant product categories
· Organize, label, and manage samples, materials, and test inventory
· Operate, clean, and calibrate laboratory equipment (e.g., scales, ovens, pH meters, viscometers)
· Ensure day-to-day laboratory operations run efficiently by maintaining cleanliness, organization, inventory level, and timely supply ordering in support of product development activities.
· Assist with pilot plant preparation and small-scale pilot production runs
· Package and ship R&D samples as needed
· Document test results, specifications, and formulation notes in digital systems and/or lab notebooks
· Collaborate with R&D scientists and cross-functional teams to support product development work
· Adhere to safety policies, PPE requirements, and standard operating procedures (SOPs)
** Expected Experience & Required Skills*
* · High school diploma required, with prior experience working in a laboratory, pilot plant, food production, or technical environment is preferred.
· Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office (Excel, Word) and data entry into lab or inventory systems
· Familiarity with laboratory equipment such as scales, mixers, ovens, or testing instruments
· Strong attention to detail, with the ability to accurately follow formulas, SOPs, safety procedures, and documentation requirements
· Effective verbal and written communication skills, including proper sample labeling, data recording, and collaboration with scientists and team members
· Demonstrated ability to work both independently and within a team in a fast-paced technical environment
** Work Environment & Schedule
** This position is based onsite full-time at the Kraft Heinz R&D Innovation Center in Glenview, IL. R&D Technicians are required to work on campus Monday through Friday, following a standard schedule to support daily lab operations, sample preparation, equipment readiness, and collaboration with the product development team. Work may occasionally require flexibility for pilot plant runs or project-based support within operational hours.
** Compensation & Benefits Overview*
* · Hourly Pay:
Starting at $24/hour, with final offer based on experience, skills, and internal equity.
· Benefits:
We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes, but not limited to:
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance, Health Reimbursement Account/Health Savings Account (HSA), Pet Insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Supplemental Life Insurance, and so much more!
** Physical Requirements Physical demands include but are not limited to:*
* · Work is performed in an R&D Innovation Center laboratory, with occasional pilot plant exposure.
· Ability to stand and remain upright for extended periods during lab preparation, testing, and cleanup activities.
· Ability…