Job Title: Scientist Job Description As a Scientist, you will lead and coordinate technical projects within the North America portfolio, focusing on R&D, regulatory, marketing, and manufacturing requirements. This role involves managing multiple projects, ensuring compliance, and driving consumer-centric product development, with a significant impact on product quality and market success. Responsibilities + Independently and collaboratively plan, lead, and coordinate technical projects aligned with R&D, regulatory, marketing, and manufacturing requirements. + Manage pilot plant and factory trials, ensuring compliance with good manufacturing practices and HACCP. + Oversee development activities such as product shelf-life testing and consumer test preparation. + Utilize strong organizational and interpersonal skills to ensure project milestones are met. + Analyze data and prepare presentations to communicate findings and progress. + Collaborate cross-functionally to leverage consumer insights for product development. Essential Skills + Minimum of 5 years of experience, preferably in the food industry. + Strong technical foundation with expertise in biscuit formulation or similar. + Technical knowledge in regulatory compliance and project management. + Proficiency in data analysis and presentation skills. + Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills. + Ability to handle multiple projects, prioritize tasks, and manage complexity effectively. Additional Skills & Qualifications + High level of technical curiosity. + Strong communication and coordination with various stakeholders. + Flexibility in work hours when running trials. + No travel restrictions. Work Environment The work environment is a mix of office tasks and hands-on activities in pilot plants and factories. You will work both independently and with teams, focusing on quality and safety. The role includes 8 AM-5 PM hours with the need for flexibility during trials. Travel up to 30% to locations in Canada, US, and the person. The company values openness to teaching and learning from each other, and provides access to many tools and experienced individuals to leverage in problem-solving Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $38.00 - $40.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)• Short and long-term disability• Health Spending Account (HSA)• Transportation benefits• Employee Assistance Program• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in East Hanover,NJ. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Mar 21, 2025. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through: + Hiring diverse talent + Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection + Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes + Ensuring growth opportunities for our people The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.