Imbibe
Scientist, Product Development - Dairy
Niles, Illinois
Sponsorship not specified$83k-$100kDetected 32 days ago
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About the role
- About Imbibe Imbibe is a dynamic, high-growth food and beverage development company based in Niles, Illinois.
- Since our founding in 1963, Imbibe has been at the forefront of flavor innovation and product development.
- Summary of Position The Scientist is a mid-level product developer.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in food science, chemistry, biochemistry, engineering, or related field.
- Minimum 4 years' experience in a food/beverage manufacturing facility and/or laboratory setting.
- Proficiency in self-management and prioritization skills to meet client and business needs.
- Must be able to sit, stand, or remain in a stationary position for extended periods of time.
- Batch and prepare formulas for processing at the bench and pilot plant scale, with an in-depth working knowledge of relevant processing equipment.
Nice to have
- 5+ years of progressive experience in beverage product development, ideally with both CPG and flavor house exposure.
- Demonstrated success leading formulation and commercialization of diverse beverage platforms, including high- and low-acid ready-to-drink products, ready-to-mix powders, functional beverages, and concentrates/syrups.
- Advanced expertise in powdered beverage systems, with deep understanding of solubility, stability, sensory optimization, and manufacturing techniques.
- Hands-on experience with natural color applications in beverages, including stability optimization and color-flavor harmony.
- Skilled at synthesizing technical data into clear, actionable insights and reports.
- Working Conditions
- Typical office setting for most desk work and paperwork including use of standard office equipment.
- Typical food/beverage laboratory and pilot plant setting for all hands-on development work including the use of standard laboratory equipment.
Compensation
- The salary range listed represents the expected earnings for this role.
- The low end of the range reflects the starting salary for candidates with less experience or qualifications that meet the basic requirements for the position.
- The high end of the range reflects potential earnings for candidates with extensive experience, specialized skills, or qualifications above the standard requirements for the role.
Benefits
- Imbibe supports employee well-being and professional growth by offering a comprehensive benefits package that includes the following:
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision care
- 401k retirement plan with company contribution and match
- FSA and HSA account
- Generous company holidays, PTO, and sick time
- Paid parental leave
- Life and disability insurance
- Learning and professional development opportunities
- Onsite gym and wellness opportunities
This listing is sourced directly from Imbibe's careers page and normalized into a canonical job model.