Food scientist

Join our Research and Development team as a Food Scientist where you can create food people enjoy. Lead and collaborate on complex programs from ideation through scale-up for new products, value transformation savings and product quality improvement. As the technical expert, you will apply your knowledge of food science and process technology. This hybrid position is based out of Battle Creek, MI, however there is potential consderation for individuals located in Chicago, IL. Estimated travel is 15-30%.

Innovate with us as you develop and refine food process technology from idea generation through proof of concept to commercialization. You will assume the role of an innovator, project leader, and technical problem solver. Team up with cross-functional partners to provide timely and cost-effective innovation / renovation to drive growth. This role will work across Kellanova’s Salty Snacking cracker categories, working on some of our most iconic brands like Pringles, Cheez-Its, Club and Townhouse to name a few!

A Taste Of What You’ll Be Doing

• Drive Business Growth – Lead and support research and development projects from end to end. Manage projects on technical and scientific investigations & experimentation.
• Leadership – Demonstrate your capabilities as a project leader, planner, coordinator and technical expert. Drive business results through collaboration & effective communication.
• What’s Trending? – Your innovative mindset will serve you well in discovery, advancement, and evaluation of new technologies in food/process research and development. Have a significant impact on new products, improved products, and increased efficiency on our brands.
• Innovation/Creativity – Provide innovative, timely, and cost-effective improvements. This will include concepts, developments, and commercialization. Share scientific insight and understanding with respect to new or existing products or processes.
• Technical Expertise - Leverage your technical expertise and culinary acumen. Design food while you develop and commercialize different initiatives. This includes innovation, cost optimization, external partnerships, and process improvements through intellectual & empirical curiosity, investigation & training.
  
  

We’re Looking for Someone With

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Food Science and/or Food Processing & Technology or higher education with relevant experience.
• Experience in product formula optimization and assessing emerging technologies in the food industry.
• Proven track record of leadership, business acumen, cost consciousness, communication skills, and diplomacy.
• Ability to promote good relations with all facets of management and other technical and scientific disciplines in the effective execution of projects.
  
  

Compensation

The annual salary range is $101,800-$133,500, which is based on various factors such as location, experience and skill. Discretionary bonuses based on company and individual performance are also available.

What’s Next

Applications for this position will be accepted through November 9, 2025. After you apply, your application will be reviewed by a real recruiter, so it may take us a few weeks to get back with you by email or phone. Visit our How We Hire page to get insights into our hiring process and more about what we offer.

Need assistance throughout the application or hiring process? Email [email protected].

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, accidental death & dismemberment insurance, employee assistance program, short-term disability coverage, and long-term disability insurance. Also, voluntary income protection benefits such as supplemental life, accident as well as a 401(k) plan with company contributions is available. Part-time employees may have access to benefits on a pro-rated basis. See KellanovaTotalHealth.com for more information.

Get to Know Us

At Kellanova, we are driven by our vision to be the world’s best-performing snacks-led powerhouse, unleashing the full potential of our differentiated brands and our passionate people. Our portfolio of iconic, world-class brands include Pringles, Cheez-It, Pop-Tarts, MorningStar Farms, Special K, Krave, Zucaritas, Tresor, Crunchy Nut, among others.

Kellanova’s Culture of Best means we bring our best to all that we do in pursuit of our vision to be the world’s best performing snacks-led powerhouse. Our culture celebrates boldness and empowers our people to challenge the status quo, achieve results, and win together.

Our focus on Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (ED &I) enables us to build a culture of belonging where all employees have a place at the table and are inspired to share their passion, talents and ideas to work.

Mars has agreed to acquire Kellanova in a combination that will shape the future of snacking! The transaction is anticipated to close towards the end of 2025 (subject to customary closing conditions, including regulatory approvals). The companies remain separate until closing.

You can learn more at and our hiring teams will be happy to discuss further questions if your application advances in the hiring process.

Let’s shape the future of snacking.

Kellanova is an Equal Opportunity Employer that strives to provide an inclusive work environment, a seat for everyone at the table, and embraces the diverse talent of its people. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information regarding our efforts to advance Equity, Diversity & Inclusion, please visit our website here .