Assistant Scientist, Product Development, Sparkling

Location(s):

United States of America

City/Cities:

Atlanta

Travel Required:

00% - 25%

Relocation Provided:

No

Job Posting End Date:

November 29, 2024

Shift:

First Shift (United States of America)

Job Description Summary:

The Scientist position is a product development role that will be a part of The Sparkling Flavors Innovation team. Sparkling products is our history, and flavors are our future.  Our approach to business is to start with facts, based in science and our passion is to work towards a better shared future to make a difference in people’s lives, communities, and our planet.  Our scientists help support that future and we’re looking for an individual that will support the execution of new product development initiatives designed to create robust pipeline of sparkling beverage innovations to meet the short and the long-term priorities of the sparkling flavors portfolio.

This role will be responsible for conducting fundamental or applied research to improve or generate new products, components, equipment etc., and conduct research projects according to established scientific methods and newly devised methods.  Additional responsibilities in support of the team also include maintenance and troubleshooting lab equipment.  The ideal candidate will have prior experience in a similar role and be eager to be part of the largest beverage company in the world.

What You’ll Do for Us

• Development of lab scale prototypes, producing pilot plans for both beverage-based parts and final products.  Prepares beverages and conducts analytical tests on taste and/or odor according to sensory guidelines, including qualifying taste panelists.
• Designs, produces, and evaluates/assesses, through lab testing, a product prototype/sample against technical requirements, fit to concept or performance specifications.
• Designs, develops, conducts and/or reviews experiments to deliver new products and evaluates ingredient, product or packaging safety, efficacy, or claims; or evaluate new ingredients, materials, products, or processes.
• Writes detailed & accurate reports for analyses, experiments, or projects.  Gathers and organizes information under tight timelines to support senior management's decision-making.
• Participates in team projects, interdepartmental/divisional committees, or company-wide initiatives to share information, represent the department/division perspective, or assist with product development, process modification, package development and marketing.
• Works on product development projects assigned by line manager from idea generation to formula finalization through close discussion and alignment with Technical and Marketing team and all other stakeholders.
• Create and properly evaluate flavor emulsions for Core Sparkling Flavor products
• Participates in commercialization scale test at manufacturing line with QA and commercialization team if needed.

What You’ll Need

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Chemistry or related field is required, Master’s degree is preferred
• Must possess 2-3 years successful experience in product development.
• Basic knowledge of the organic chemistry of essential oils and other flavor compounds that are relevant to Company products along with the basic emulsions knowledge and the ability to apply said knowledge within the category to produce shelf-stable products.
• Previous experience with flavor emulsion creation, production and evaluation is a plus
• Must have moderate knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Must possess the ability to recognize and protect proprietary information as it relates to formulas and ingredients.
• Knowledge of project management principles and the ability to apply the principles, tools, and techniques to develop/plan, manage or execute projects or work plans to ensure successful completion is ideal.

Key Functional Skills

• Product Development
• Flavor Chemistry
• Beverage Manufacturing
• Regulatory and Food Law
• Building Technical Relationships
• Project Management
• Laboratory Practices

What We Can Do for You

• Purpose Driven: Purpose driven approach that empowers our people to protect the environment and communities we serve while delivering safe & quality products.
• Global Connections: Allows you to develop, enhance and maintain global connections that allow us to move faster and learn from others.
• Community of Belonging: We’re an organization that believes our ability to continually grow and build the right atmosphere where people feel safe and empowered, lets you bring your best self to work.

Skills:

organization, Product Development, Research and Development Operations, Time Management

Pay Range:

$86,200 - $107,000

Base pay offered may vary depending on geography, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. A full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position, is offered.

Annual Incentive Reference Value Percentage:

7.5

Annual Incentive reference value is a market-based competitive value for your role. It falls in the middle of the range for your role, indicating performance at target.

Our Purpose and Growth Culture:

We are taking deliberate action to nurture an inclusive culture that is grounded in our company purpose, to refresh the world and make a difference. We act with a growth mindset, take an expansive approach to what’s possible and believe in continuous learning to improve our business and ourselves. We focus on four key behaviors – curious, empowered, inclusive and agile – and value how we work as much as what we achieve. We believe that our culture is one of the reasons our company continues to thrive after 130+ years. Visit Our Purpose and Vision to learn more about these behaviors and how you can bring them to life in your next role at Coca-Cola.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. When we collect your personal information as part of a job application or offer of employment, we do so in accordance with industry standards and best practices and in compliance with applicable privacy laws.