Bakery Science Leader at The J.M. Smucker Co.

Scottsville, Kentucky, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

08 Nov, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Bakery Science, Food Safety, Quality Control, Project Management, Technical Problem-Solving, Analytical Skills, Team Collaboration, Process Improvement, Training and Development, Communication Skills, Leadership, Troubleshooting, Data Analysis, Recipe Development, Time Management, Safety Standards

Industry

Manufacturing

Description

Job Description Your Opportunity as the Bakery Science Leader In this role, you will be able to lead and contribute in meaningful ways at our Scottsville, KY facility. This role is responsible for providing technical leadership to enhance overall productivity, safety, and quality by quantifying, sustaining, and monitoring incoming raw ingredients and its impact to the process and equipment. The role must effectively collaborate with production teams and leadership while supporting Corporate R&D. Location: Scottsville, KY Report To: Bakery Department Manager Work Arrangements: 100% on-site In this role you will: Be responsible for the manufacturing of consumer foods which comply with all Food Safety, Quality, and regulatory requirements. Understanding and supporting The J.M. Smucker, Scottsville Safety Program policies and performing work related activities in a safe manner. Recognizing unsafe work conditions and suggesting new safety standards as appropriate Develop the capability of technicians, leaders, and managers at the site to understand the baking process flow, inputs and outputs, control variables, basic baking troubleshooting, and opportunity to manage direct reports. Standardize bakery process knowledge into E&T at the site Model the Basic Beliefs and Our Commitment to Each Other Develop a proactiveness program to prevent process, quality, and equipment losses through trending and predictive analysis that statistically correlates the impact of incoming raw material ingredients to production processes, quality, and equipment. Support and provide guidance to operations/engineering organizations on improving existing operations, troubleshooting of major problems, cost-savings ideas, and evaluation of new production opportunities Partner with Department Manager in developing and delivering business master plan, including key technical and organizational projects. Drive high-performance work culture by engaging with team members on the floor and coaching to problem solve, make decisions, and become self-reliant Leverage High-Performance Organizational principles to develop leadership skills in individuals and the Bakery teams Develop an expert level understanding of the equipment, process and materials used to run a high-volume bakery; provide technical support to the bakery department both dayshift & nightshift when needed Drive out defects in the process and enhance overall productivity, safety, and quality by collaborating with production teams and leadership Develop and improve process documentation Manage crop year flour variations effectively Manage a bakery lab and the evaluation of ingredients, optimization of formulas for quality, performance, consumer-liking, and profitability Manage the bakery lab technicians and be able to train them on all bakery lab testing, calibration, and communication Function as a technical leader within cross functional teams to deliver initiatives and departmental projects Identify and implement cost and process improvement projects necessary to run a stable, efficient operation; may lead multiple projects/initiatives simultaneously Work with R&D to create and improve formulations based on consumer and marketing feedback and/or sensory results Build and leverage strong internal/external network to gain insight, influence, and information regarding the bread industry Develop strong relationships with Corporate R&D, Other Production Sites, Marketing, Engineering, and external vendors Help organization stay current with applicable innovative technologies, ingredients, product trends, and competitive activities Assist in executing plant start up Commissioning, Qualification, and Verification (CQV) activities for plant start-up. Other tasks as required The Right Role for You We are bold, kind, strive to do the right thing, we play to win, and we believe in a strong community that thrives together. Our culture is rooted in our Basic Beliefs, and we believe in supporting every employee by meeting their physical, emotional, and financial needs. What we are looking for: Minimum Requirements: A bachelor’s degree in a Bread or Bakery Science degree or Engineering degree (Chemical Engineering Preferred) Food manufacturing or large-scale bakery experience Some travel will be required (i.e., benchmarking, industry shows, corporate meetings) Proven project management skills and technical problem-solving capability Ability to work and influence within a team environment Self-motivated, organized, and able to learn new skills/technologies quickly Be available for escalation calls on off-shifts & weekends and willingness to come into work as needed Additional skills and experience that we think would make someone successful in this role: Experience in sensory training, culinary, recipe development, and tolerance testing Ability to effectively engage, lead, and build capability of the production floor Effectively works across organization boundaries and with diverse teams Strong analytical troubleshooting, problem-solving, and root cause identification skills Decisive, proactive, and strategic in decision making Time management/prioritization – demonstrated ability to manage several tasks at a time through to completion and meet the needs of multiple customers Excellent presentation, written, and verbal communication skills Proficient in Microsoft Suite applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) Highly motivated individual with excellent interpersonal and communication skills Willingness to work a flexible schedule that most effectively supports the organization Hourly management experience Resonant leadership skills Learn More About Working at Smucker Our Total Rewards Benefits Program Our Thriving Together Philosophy Supporting All Impacted by Our Business Our Continued Progress on Inclusion, Diversity and Equity Follow us on LinkedIn® #LI-TJ1 #INDSA We are a community of passionate, talented professionals committed to making food people and pets love while supporting all those who count on our business. We celebrate the uniqueness of each individual, promote their development and growth and ensure effective collaboration and continued productivity to drive the success of our organization. You deserve a positive and encouraging work environment. One that allows you to deliver your best work and become your best professional self. That is exactly what you will find at Smucker. Inspired by our unique culture, we are determined to support every employee holistically by meeting their physical, emotional and financial needs through: Our Total Rewards benefits Continuous opportunities to learn, grow and develop Our continued progress to become an inclusive and diverse organization. We are taking meaningful steps to enhance the inclusivity of our workplace and the diversity of our organization. Learn more We believe success is driving business growth while also helping those associated with our Company thrive. Learn more The J. M. Smucker Co. (the “Company”) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. No person will be discriminated against in hiring or in any other aspect of their employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status, marital status, familial status, disability, genetic information, protected veteran/military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Responsibilities

The Bakery Science Leader is responsible for providing technical leadership to enhance productivity, safety, and quality in the bakery process. This includes collaborating with production teams, managing a bakery lab, and driving process improvements.