Conagra Brands · 11 hours ago
Associate Scientist
Omaha, NE
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$59K/yr - $78K/yrConagra Brands is a leading food company with a commitment to innovation and quality. They are seeking an Associate Scientist to analyze food products, conduct experiments, and ensure compliance with nutritional labeling and food safety standards.
Food and BeverageFood ProcessingLifestyle
Responsibilities
Under direct guidance, develop and execute project goals and technical work plans
Perform chemical analysis to identify problems and opportunities to support product development, nutritional labeling, quality programs, and applied research
Communicate with direct team members and leaders to provide analytical guidance to other business teams
Contribute to development and continuous improvement of test methods, technical procedures, and other laboratory processes
Perform routine maintenance on lab equipment; troubleshoot and repair
Champion a positive food safety culture, take ownership, and empower others to take immediate action on matters concerning food safety
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or Food Science
Practical hands-on laboratory experience
Basic knowledge of statistical and analytical tools and fundamentals
Ability to travel, up to 25%
Standing for up to 8 hours a day
Use of laboratory equipment – ovens, balances, furnaces, blenders, centrifuges, spectroscopy and chromatography instrumentation, wet chemistry
Ability to lift up to 40 pounds periodically
Pushing/pulling laboratory carts
Work with solvents/acids/bases in fume hoods
Work in cold rooms/freezers
Work in and around cramped/confined spaces
Climbing to various heights via stairs or ladders
Exposure to manufacturing environments including loud noise, excessive heat, cold, wet, and slippery conditions
Exposure to food tasting and smells including all food allergens
Benefits
Comprehensive healthcare plans
Wellness incentive program
Mental wellbeing support
Fitness reimbursement
Bonus incentive opportunity
Matching 401(k)
Stock purchase plan
Career development opportunities
Employee resource groups
On-demand learning
Tuition reimbursement
Paid-time off
Parental leave
Flexible work-schedules
Volunteer opportunities
Company
Conagra Brands
Conagra Brands is a packaged foods company that offers food products and a variety of other food items.
Founded in 1919
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown1978-01-13IPO
Leadership Team
David Marberger
Executive Vice President & CFO
Carey Bartell
Executive Vice President, General Counsel & Corporate Secretary
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