R&D Scientist II (multiple positions)

Employer: General Mills, Inc. Job Title: R&D Scientist II (multiple positions) Job Requisition: #40066 | 20330.387.8 Job Location: 9000 Plymouth Ave N, Minneapolis, MN 55427 Job Type: Full Time Travel: Domestic travel required 25% of the time Telecommute: No Duties: Collaborate with business teams and external partners to identify opportunities for innovation, product improvements or cost reductions by challenging assumptions; lead the development of great tasting, wholesome and nutritious wet petfood products that delight pets and pet parents; manage and lead multiple technically complex projects from creation through commercialization by prioritizing work, coaching, and influencing others; create technical plans, timelines, risk assessments, and mitigation plans to execute product commercialization efficiently and with excellence; independently consult, design, and manage the testing required to meet business needs, enhance foundational knowledge, and deliver bottom‑line cost savings; navigate the General Mills and Blue Buffalo matrix to efficiently vet ideas and complete initial feasibility assessments as you scale up from bench to pilot plant to production; communicate effectively with marketing and business partners to influence pipeline and strategy. Background checks and drug testing are required. Requirements: Master’s degree in food science, meat science, or a related field and at least 3 years of experience in the following areas: Applying thermal processing principles in the food industry, including heat transfer, thermodynamics, and fluid mechanics, and overseeing retort and/or extrusion processes for prototype testing and actively troubleshooting process‑related issues. Applying food science, chemistry, and meat or meat‑alternative processing knowledge to the formulation of food, including wet pet food production. Collaborating across internal functional teams (Marketing, Finance, Commercialization) and external partners to drive successful project and strategic execution in a global food company. Conducting consumer interviews and applying the findings into actionable directions and solutions for ongoing projects and product development. Designing and executing pilot plant tests to assess the commercial viability of multiple benchtop prototype product enhancements. Working with food ingredient functionalities and applications within complex food systems, including starches, proteins, fats, and hydrocolloids, and their impact on food product texture and functionality to achieve desired outcomes. Managing projects, including leading and participating in cross‑functional teams to ensure projects meet critical path and timeline requirements. Leading and mentoring a small research team, overseeing their research project planning and experimental plans. Salary Range The salary range for this position is $103,917.00 – $140,700.00 per year. Beyond base salary, General Mills offers a competitive Total Rewards package focusing on overall well‑being, including health benefits, retirement and financial wellbeing, time‑off programs, well‑being support and perks. Benefits may vary by role, country, region, union status, and employment status. You may also be eligible to participate in an annual incentive program; an incentive award, if any, depends on various factors, including individual and organizational performance. Reasonable Accommodation Request If you need to request an accommodation during the application or hiring process, please fill out our online accommodations request form by following the link: Accommodations Request. #J-18808-Ljbffr General Mills