Product Development Sr. Specialist

At Barilla, we believe that every great journey begins with passion and a bold vision. From our humble beginnings in 1877 in a small shop in Parma, Italy, we've blossomed into a global leader in the food industry, guided by our commitment to progress and excellence.

Today, Barilla is an international group present in more than 100 countries and we are proud to be recognized as the world's top food company by reputation. With 22 beloved brands in our portfolio, we are world leader for pasta, the number one choice for ready-made sauces in Europe, leader for bakery products in Italy, and for crispbread across Scandinavia with Wasa.

Our success story is written by a passionate team of almost 9,000 dedicated employees across 30 plants and offices worldwide, all united by a shared mission to nourish the future with purpose and passion.

Are you ready to add your unique flavor to our journey?

Coordinate and execute benchtop and pilot plant activities within the team so that new or refined products can be developed efficiently and effectively.

This is a hybrid role based out of Northbrook, IL.

* Responsible for daily activities associated with the development of prototypes, identification and completion of simple formulation or process amendments, and execution of benchtop and pilot plant trials, as directed by the Product Development Manager.
* Document process parameters, collect analytical data, summarize findings, and identify potential issues, proposing creative solutions where possible.
* Coordiante and prepare items for tastings.
* Attend and lead industrial trials as needed, providing insights and problem-solving solutions based on technical learnings on the pilot level.
* Maintain Good Manufacturing Practices in food production areas.
* Help organize and maintain the R&D Kitchen and Pilot Plant, including equipment, inventory, supplies, and scheduling resources.
* Effectively work on cross-functional teams and be able to clearly express technical perspective to achieve team goals.
* Other duties as assigned.

* Bachelor of Science in Food Science or related.
* Ability to follow detailed recipes and processes.
* Must be organized, collaborative, results-oriented, and possess strong critical thinking skills.
* Ability to adjust to multiple demands, shifting priorities, ambiguity, and adversity.
* Strong verbal and written communication skills.
* Must demonstrate a passion for food, and curiosity around potential challenges.
* Proficient in Microsoft Office.
* Ability to travel up to 15% of the time domestically with the potential for an international trip.

As of the date of this posting, the estimated pay range for this role is $77k-$80k plus eligibility to participate in the annual discretionary bonus plan. The actual pay for the position will be determined by various factors, including but not limited to job-related experience, skills, education, location, and internal equity. This range may be subject to change over time.

Barilla strives to provide you and your family with a wide range of benefit options to support your overall health and financial well-being needs. This position qualifies for benefits that include medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, a 401(K) plan with company match, life and disability plans, and an employee assistance program.

At Barilla, we are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable workplace where diversity in all its forms is valued and embraced. Our employment policies and practices are designed to ensure equal employment opportunities for all, regardless of age, race, color, citizenship, faith, religion, creed, gender, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or characteristics of expression, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, medical condition, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. Our commitment to equal employment stems from our unwavering belief that it is not only the right thing to do, but it is also a fundamental driver of innovation and business success.