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About Kerry

Kerry is the world's leading taste and nutrition company for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries. Every day we partner with customers to create healthier, tastier and more sustainable products that are consumed by billions of people across the world. Our vision is to be our customers' most valued partner, creating a world of sustainable nutrition. A career with Kerry offers you an opportunity to shape the future of food while providing you opportunities to explore and grow in a truly global environment.

About the role

We are seeking a hands-on, detail-oriented Pilot Plant Technologist to support Kerry’s drying optimization initiatives, with a strong focus on spray drying. This role will collaborate across RD&A, Manufacturing, and Engineering teams to enhance process performance, support innovation, and ensure product quality. The ideal candidate will be passionate about food science and technology, with a strong ability to operate complex equipment and contribute to process development.

Key responsibilities

• Drying Process Support
• Assist in pilot plant production runs focused on drying and related processes.
• Follow standardized procedures and best practices.
• Weigh ingredients and prepare materials for pilot runs.
• Submit and support analytical testing requests.
• Process Development & Equipment Training
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives.
• Support training efforts for pilot plant equipment.
• Facilities & Equipment Support
• Collaborate with scientists, contractors, and facilities teams.
• Assist with troubleshooting, validation testing, and equipment commissioning.
• Communicate updates and findings to relevant stakeholders.
• Pilot Plant Organization
• Maintain inventory of consumables and materials.
• Support room owner in maintaining a clean and organized space.
• Specialized Equipment Operation
• Learn and operate lab equipment such as Brookfield viscometer, pH probe, and homogenizer.

Qualifications and skills

• Bachelor’s degree in a scientific field preferred; experience in chemicals, flavors, or food products is a plus.
• Strong communication skills—both verbal and written.
• Hands-on experience with complex equipment.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to taste and smell chemicals, flavors, and food products.

The pay range for this position is 41,446.00 - 67,209.00 in Annual Salary. Kerry typically does not hire an individual at the top or near the top of the range, as we are a pay-for-performance company, and this range is set to continue to reward performance annually while in role. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. The specific compensation offered to a candidate within the above range may be influenced by a variety of factors including skills, qualifications, experience, and internal equity. Kerry offers a competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, a 401(k) plan with employee and company contribution opportunities, Employee Share Plan, Life, disability, and accident insurance, and tuition reimbursement. This job posting is anticipated to expire on March 31st, 2025.

Kerry is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. Kerry will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditional upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen. Additional information can be found at: Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal ( ).

Beware of scams online or from individuals claiming to represent us. A Kerry employee will not solicit candidates through a non-Kerry email address or phone number. In addition, Kerry does not currently utilise video chat rooms (e.g., Google Hangouts) to conduct interviews. Refuse any request that asks you to provide payment to participate in the hiring process (e.g., purchasing a “starter kit,” investing in training, or something similar). Kerry will not ask you to pay any money at any point in the hiring process with the exception of reimbursable travel expenses. In addition, any payments made by Kerry will be from official firm accounts bearing the Kerry name.

Company Overview

The Horsburgh & Scott Company is a leading manufacturer of industrial gears and custom gear drives, boasting nearly 140 years of engineering and manufacturing expertise. Our commitment to quality and innovation ensures that we deliver the highest quality gearing products and services to our customers. To learn more about our Company and capabilities, visit our website at Horsburgh & Scott | Gear Manufacturer and Gearbox Repair.

Position Summary

This position is responsible for setting up, and operating vertical turning lathes, boring mills, hobbing, shapers, and grinding machines to machine industrial gearing parts to specific tolerances. The operator is responsible for operating controls, setting offsets, edit programs, some deburring, and performing self-inspection of parts in-process and upon completion for conformance to requirements. The Operator will also use large overhead cranes and other large equipment.

Qualifications and Experience

• Experience running Okuma and Puma lathes and mills, highly desirable.
• Minimum of three years' experience on a VTL preferably on a YouJi with a Fanuc control system.
• Capable of programing equipment using the conversational programming system on the machine.
• Experience using Master cam.
• Applicant also must understand best VTL turning practices.
• Experience with manual or CNC boring mills, hobs, shapers, and or grinding machines and proficiency with large-part machining a plus.
• Ability to read and blueprints; with the understanding of geometric tolerancing and dimensioning.
• Must be able to perform own setups, measure parts that consistently result in precision quality parts.
• Large overhead crane experience and move large work pieces.
• Able to edit G and M-codes, trouble shoot jobs and make adjustments as required.
• Strong shop mathematics (trigonometry) aptitude and the ability to use precision measuring instruments (calipers, mics and other gauges).
• Must have the ability to use a feed and speed chart or calculator to determine appropriate feeds, speeds, and depths of cut.
• Understanding of metal properties and appropriate cutting tools.
• Positive attitude required; dependable, self-starter and the willingness to help others.
• Ability to work in a large manufacturing environment and performs well with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without accommodation.

Kerry is the world's leading taste and nutrition company for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries. Every day we partner with customers to create healthier, tastier and more sustainable products that are consumed by billions of people across the world. Our vision is to be our customers' most valued partner, creating a world of sustainable nutrition. A career with Kerry offers you an opportunity to shape the future of food while providing you opportunities to explore and grow in a truly global environment.

About the role

Kerry is seeking a Research, Development and Application Senior Scientist for a key role supporting the growth of the North American Beverage market. This position is based at the KERRY Global Technology & Innovation Centre in Beloit, Wisconsin, USA, reporting to the RD&A Director/Manager and is responsible for executing on the business strategy by creating market relevant and differentiated products that meet the requirements of customers and consumers, utilizing Kerry’s broad and industry leading portfolio of technologies.

This role is part of a team of RD&A Scientists and Technicians that are responsible for the development of powder and liquid beverage concepts.

Strong communication and leadership skills are critical as the day-to-day activities involve significant cross-functional collaboration with Flavorists, Nutrition Scientists, Regulatory, Marketing, Sales, and Finance.

Key responsibilities

• Lead formulation and concept development from end-to-end on internal and customer projects within North America for the Beverage market.
• Use sound commercial and technical awareness of ingredients, processes, end use market and customer requirements to deliver on project objectives, across powder beverages and liquid beverage product formats.
• Develop innovative solutions to help grow customers and Kerry’s market share within cost parameters and manufacturing capabilities while ensuring all new products are legal within country of use.
• Manage Pilot Plant validation work and facilitate first production trials of new products internally and with third part manufacturers.
• Build strong relationships with customer contacts via clear communication, on-site and virtual visits, presentations and supporting trials when required.
• Support sales and business representatives during customer calls through technical presentations and product demonstrations.
• Work within cross-functional teams to optimize the strengths of Kerry and deliver the best Taste and Nutrition experience for our customers.
• Study methods to improve quality of products such as flavour, colour, texture, nutritional value, as well as physical, chemical, and microbiological composition.

Qualifications and skills

• BSc/MSc/PhD in Food Science, Food Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of hands-on experience in product development, preferably beverages products.
• Experience working with 'functional ingredients' is a plus - probiotics, adaptogens, botanical extracts, etc.
• Working knowledge of the beverage market in North America.
• Proven success in product development resulting in successful market launch.
• Curiosity and a willingness to push creative boundaries.
• Strong team-player, with excellent interpersonal, organizational, communication and project management skills.
• Knowledgeable about food chemistry, sensory, microbiology, food packaging systems and food engineering.

The pay range for this position is 70,100 - 122,000 in Annual Salary. Kerry typically does not hire an individual at the top or near the top of the range, as we are a pay-for-performance company, and this range is set to continue to reward performance annually while in role. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. The specific compensation offered to a candidate within the above range may be influenced by a variety of factors including skills, qualifications, experience, and internal equity. Kerry offers a competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, a 401(k) plan with employee and company contribution opportunities, Employee Share Plan, Life, disability, and accident insurance, and tuition reimbursement. This job posting is anticipated to expire on April 30th, 2026.

Kerry is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. Kerry will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditional upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen. Additional information can be found at: Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal ( ).

Beware of scams online or from individuals claiming to represent us. A Kerry employee will not solicit candidates through a non-Kerry email address or phone number. In addition, Kerry does not currently utilise video chat rooms (e.g., Google Hangouts) to conduct interviews. Refuse any request that asks you to provide payment to participate in the hiring process (e.g., purchasing a “starter kit,” investing in training, or something similar). Kerry will not ask you to pay any money at any point in the hiring process with the exception of reimbursable travel expenses. In addition, any payments made by Kerry will be from official firm accounts bearing the Kerry name.

About Kerry

Kerry is the world's leading taste and nutrition company for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries. Every day we partner with customers to create healthier, tastier and more sustainable products that are consumed by billions of people across the world. Our vision is to be our customers' most valued partner, creating a world of sustainable nutrition. A career with Kerry offers you an opportunity to shape the future of food while providing you opportunities to explore and grow in a truly global environment.

About the role

We are seeking a passionate and technically skilled Dairy Scientist to join our R&D team. In this role, you will leverage your expertise in dairy science, food technology, microbiology or related fields to develop, optimize, and support innovative dairy products and solutions. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams—including product development, process engineering, and commercial teams—to deliver high-quality, market-leading dairy flavors.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and optimize flavor formulations for a variety of dairy products (e.g., yogurt, cheese, beverages, desserts) through the use of cultures, enzymes, materials and processes.
• Lead application trials and pilot plant runs to validate new concepts and processes.
• Collaborate with customers and internal teams to understand requirements and deliver tailored solutions.
• Troubleshoot formulation and processing challenges, providing technical support to both internal stakeholders and customers.
• Stay current with industry trends, new ingredients, and processing technologies relevant to dairy applications.
• Document and communicate findings, protocols, and recommendations clearly and effectively.
• Support commercialization efforts by scaling up successful prototypes and assisting with plant trials.
• Ensure all work complies with food safety, quality, and regulatory standards.

Qualifications and skills

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Food Science, Dairy Science, Chemical Engineering, Microbiology or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in dairy product development or applications (internships and co-ops considered).
• Strong knowledge of dairy ingredients, processing technologies, and product functionality.
• Hands-on experience with pilot plant equipment and laboratory analysis.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and adapt to changing priorities.
• Willingness to travel as needed (up to 20%)}
• Experience working directly with customers or in a B2B environment.
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements for dairy products.

The typical hiring range for this role is $91,311 to $149,080 annually and is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, location, etc. In addition to your pay, Kerry offers benefits such as a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and retirement contribution (all benefits and incentives are subject to eligibility requirements).

Kerry is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. Kerry will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditional upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen. Additional information can be found at: Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal ( ).

Beware of scams online or from individuals claiming to represent us. A Kerry employee will not solicit candidates through a non-Kerry email address or phone number. In addition, Kerry does not currently utilise video chat rooms (e.g., Google Hangouts) to conduct interviews. Refuse any request that asks you to provide payment to participate in the hiring process (e.g., purchasing a “starter kit,” investing in training, or something similar). Kerry will not ask you to pay any money at any point in the hiring process with the exception of reimbursable travel expenses. In addition, any payments made by Kerry will be from official firm accounts bearing the Kerry name.

The role of an R&D Senior Scientist – Taste Coffee is based in KERRY Global Technology & Innovation Centre in Beloit, Wisconsin, USA and reporting to the RD&A Director. The candidate must be prepared to support scale up process, process optimization and different activities at different sites/facilities occasionally.

The successful candidate should demonstrate with moderate “hands on” experience working with roasting, extraction and coffee drying technologies (development, upscaling, downscaling).

She/He should have preliminary experiences and demonstrate technical leadership capabilities in the field of Food Science with Sensory, Analytical, and Processing knowledge.

The successful candidate will be leading strategic projects in close collaboration with other Kerry staff from different End Use Markets.

The successful candidate will support the development of Kerry's portfolio of Coffee Extracts.

This is a Permanent role.

Key responsibilities

• To lead and/or participate in Commercial Coffee projects.
• To lead and/or participate in scale up, process optimization and innovation projects for coffee.
• To collaborate with Applications, Sales and Marketing team in customer presentations.
• To support ideation and implementation of PIP projects.
• Set clear priorities, goals and objectives for multi-disciplinary cross-functional project teams that create a competitive advantage for the business.
• Partner with Innovation, Beverage EUM and Business Development to ensure R&D objectives are aligned with business requirements and evolving market conditions
• Ensure technical reports, standard operating procedure (SOP's) and scientific presentations are accurate and kept up to date
• Contribute to training team members on roasting, extraction that can add value to Kerry's coffee team.

Qualifications and skills

• Food Science, Food Engineering, Chemistry
• 5+ years’ experience of hands-on coffee Research and Development.
• Experience at pilot scale or in production environment is a plus
• Demonstrate an ability for multi-tasking, in planning and time management
• proficient, expert in extraction technology.
• Competence in writing technical documents such as research reports, SOPs, etc. Proficiency with Excel or other data processing/visualization software is desirable
• Experience working in collaborative and multi-cultural / international environments in a plus.

The pay range for this position is $75,602 - $123,432 in Annual Salary. Kerry typically does not hire an individual at the top or near the top of the range, as we are a pay-for-performance company, and this range is set to continue to reward performance annually while in role. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. The specific compensation offered to a candidate within the above range may be influenced by a variety of factors including skills, qualifications, experience, and internal equity. Kerry offers a competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, a 401(k) plan with employee and company contribution opportunities, Employee Share Plan, Life, disability, and accident insurance, and tuition reimbursement. This job posting is anticipated to expire on June 30th, 2026.

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At Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling – to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today’s mission and stay ahead of tomorrow’s threat. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world. 

The Senior Data Manager identifies all data deliverables made part of a contract and subsequently builds a data track in a Product Data Management (PDM) system. The DM identifies, with help from the Program Office, the appropriate preparers, receive the data within PDM, reviews the data for compliance, solicits and secures appropriate programmatic approval and delivers the information to the customer on time, throughout the lifecycle of the contract.

In addition, DMs are responsible for reviewing sub-tier contractor requirements, building data tracks for supplier submissions, receiving data from various suppliers, and routing for approval and/or incorporation into prime contractor deliverables to the customer as well as securing non-deliverable program work products to be configuration controlled in the PDM system and other related tasking.

This position is in McKinney Texas

What You Will Do

• Reading contracts for understanding of the deliverables
• Working in a PDM system to capture, manage, and track data deliverables and/or receivables
• Coordinating with cross-functional teams to obtain requested data
• Proofreading data for compliance to the requirement(s)
• Managing the data deliverable schedule and providing the data to the customer on-time
• Learning and understanding contractually required markings applied to data
• Running forecast reports and providing them to the appropriate stakeholders
• Providing metrics related to on-time deliveries and outstanding dispositions upon request
• Reviewing and approving sub-tier supplier statements of work for data requirements
• Supporting program meetings and providing training to program personnel and customers and/or suppliers
• Handling and protection of Company Intellectual Property (IP) as well as U.S. government IP and classified information

Qualifications you must have

• Bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 2 years prior relevant experience OR a related Associate’s degree and 4 years of relevant experience OR in absence of a degree, 6 years of relevant experience
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience related to data management and/or equivalent professional experience
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a customer support/service role 

Qualifications We Value

• Knowledge of U.S. government defense contracts
• Knowledge of U.S. government specifications and instructions such as the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), Data Item Descriptions (DIDs), Department of Defense (DoD) Instruction 5230.24 Distribution Statements on Technical Documents, National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM) (DoD 5220.22-M)
• Collaborate in a team environment
• Self-motivated and detail oriented
• Proven excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills
• Excellent proofreading skills

What We Offer

• Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.
• Relocation Eligibility

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• Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role.
  • Onsite : Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

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At Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling – to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today’s mission and stay ahead of tomorrow’s threat. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world. 

The Senior Data Manager identifies all data deliverables made part of a contract and subsequently builds a data track in a Product Data Management (PDM) system. The DM identifies, with help from the Program Office, the appropriate preparers, receive the data within PDM, reviews the data for compliance, solicits and secures appropriate programmatic approval and delivers the information to the customer on time, throughout the lifecycle of the contract.

In addition, DMs are responsible for reviewing sub-tier contractor requirements, building data tracks for supplier submissions, receiving data from various suppliers, and routing for approval and/or incorporation into prime contractor deliverables to the customer as well as securing non-deliverable program work products to be configuration controlled in the PDM system and other related tasking.

This position is in McKinney Texas

What You Will Do

• Reading contracts for understanding of the deliverables
• Working in a PDM system to capture, manage, and track data deliverables and/or receivables
• Coordinating with cross-functional teams to obtain requested data
• Proofreading data for compliance to the requirement(s)
• Managing the data deliverable schedule and providing the data to the customer on-time
• Learning and understanding contractually required markings applied to data
• Running forecast reports and providing them to the appropriate stakeholders
• Providing metrics related to on-time deliveries and outstanding dispositions upon request
• Reviewing and approving sub-tier supplier statements of work for data requirements
• Supporting program meetings and providing training to program personnel and customers and/or suppliers
• Handling and protection of Company Intellectual Property (IP) as well as U.S. government IP and classified information

Qualifications you must have

• Bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 2 years prior relevant experience OR a related Associate’s degree and 4 years of relevant experience OR in absence of a degree, 6 years of relevant experience
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience related to data management and/or equivalent professional experience
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a customer support/service role 

Qualifications We Value

• Knowledge of U.S. government defense contracts
• Knowledge of U.S. government specifications and instructions such as the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), Data Item Descriptions (DIDs), Department of Defense (DoD) Instruction 5230.24 Distribution Statements on Technical Documents, National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM) (DoD 5220.22-M)
• Collaborate in a team environment
• Self-motivated and detail oriented
• Proven excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills
• Excellent proofreading skills

What We Offer

• Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.
• Relocation Eligibility

Learn More & Apply Now!

• Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role.
  • Onsite : Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

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