Overview

Kemin is committed to our mission to provide local, innovative nutritional and health solutions for a changing world, and we are seeking a Senior Research Associate that can help us achieve that mission!

This position will be the link between the Research & Development team, and Production driving for operational excellence, with responsibility for process and product optimization regarding Performance, Cost, Quality and Safety. This position is located on-site at our Verona, Missouri campus.

We Are Kemin

We are visionaries who see things differently and are inspired by the world around us.

We have been dedicated to using applied science to improve the quality of life for over half a century.

We are a global ingredient manufacturer that strives to sustainably transform the quality of life every day for 80 percent of the world with its products and services.

For over half a century, Kemin has been dedicated to using applied science to address industry challenges and offer product solutions to customers in more than 120 countries. Kemin provides ingredients to feed a growing population with its commitment to the quality, safety and efficacy of food, feed and health-related product s to customers in more than 120 countries.

Established in 1961, Kemin is a privately held, family-owned-and-operated company with more than 2,800 global employees and operations in 90 countries, including manufacturing facilities in Belgium, Brazil, China, India, Italy, Russia, San Marino, Singapore, South Africa and the United States.

As a Kemin team member, you’ll receive…

• A competitive financial package - in addition to your salary, we offer an uncapped bonus opportunity, 401k match program, and paid vacation and holidays.

• Robust health and wellness support - we are proud to offer a fitness reimbursement (for your whole family!), an on-site fitness center, restaurant with seasonal fresh food options (and the ability to order food to bring home), and free fresh fruit in break areas- to name a few.

• Continued learning opportunities - Kemin offers tuition reimbursement and recently launched a new corporate university with online and in-person training opportunities for growth and development throughout your entire career.

• The chance to give back to our world - Through our foundation of servant leadership, we are proud to offer ample service opportunities, including paid time off to do so. Kemin has a valued corporate partnership with both The World Food Programme and Habitat for Humanity, in addition to many local initiatives.

• Opportunities to support our valued educators - Kemin is a proud sponsor of the Iowa Governor's Stem Advisory Council where we fund annual teacher's awards. In addition, we have a robust internship and externship program, and frequently host student tours.

Responsibilities

• Provide subject matter expertise to project teams and functions by offering technical guidance and scientific insight for new process development and process improvements.

• Collaborate as a member of the R&D team with Operations to provide expertise, guidance, and recommendations on technology transfer and process scale ups

• Participate in research leading to new product development or process improvement.

• Plan, execute, and analyze lab scale/pilot scale experiments to evaluate new process technologies.

• Develop process flow diagrams, batch cycle times, mass and energy balances and equipment/instrument data sheets and specifications for generating high level project cost estimate and conceptual engineering design.

• Pro-actively propose process improvements for continuous improvement, cost-savings, standardization, and innovation

• Develop SOPs, research protocols, experiment, and research methods with minimal supervision.

• Maintain accurate and detailed electronic laboratory notebooks.

• Use statistics to design experiments and analyze data

• Generate scientific publications used for internal purposes. May be cited as an author following Kemin’s authorship guidelines.

• Support and train operators

• Collaborate with QC to ensure product quality and standardization

• Complete root-cause analyses to suggest and implement process improvements

Qualifications

• Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Food Science, or Animal Science with 3-5 years of experience OR

• Master’s degree in a scientific or engineering field

• Chemistry and process knowledge is required

• Experience in R&D department and/or Process Engineering department

• Experience with palatant, protein, or industrial food manufacturing highly desired

• Positive, professional attitude with a passion for science

• Scientific curiosity and innovative thinking.

• Strong experimental design and excellent problem-solving skills.

• Detail oriented and organized with excellent prioritizing skills

• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced multidisciplinary environment

• Good project management skills.

• Reliable and self-motivated.

• Ability to interact well with others in a team environment.

• Bench-top and analytical lab experience

• Conflict resolution skills

• Good written and oral communication skills, ability to present ideas effectively

• Prepare and present research reports in multiple formats

• Familiarity with LEAN manufacturing

• Must have a solid understanding and adherence to the Servant Leadership philosophy.

• Domestic travel 10-20%; international travel on occasion

• Fluent in English

  A post-offer background check and drug screen is required. Additional pre-employment requirements may be necessary based on position.

  Kemin is an equal opportunity employer, and all reasonable accommodations will be considered.

  Kemin is a drug-free and tobacco-free campus.

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LocationUS-MO-Verona

Posted Date1 week ago(6/19/2024 8:56 AM)

Job ID 2024-10206

Positions 1

Category Research & Development

Position Type Regular Full-Time