Job Title R&D Scientist
Reports to: Head of R&D and Innovation
Location: Hilbert, WI
Are you looking to collaborate closely with customers, suppliers and global teammates to identify and implement best practice, to develop and commercialize cutting edge solutions for everyday problems and to participate in platform technology development? If so, OINA has an exciting opportunity to join its R&D team!
Why Ornua?
Our co-operative ethos lies at the heart of how we do business as a purpose and values-led organization, creating value for Irish dairy farming families.
Our Values lie at the core of everything we do. Our five values encourage us to Seek and Embrace New Ideas, Make It Happen, Be Our True Selves, Show You Care, and Achieve Great Things Together.
Dynamic Working policy in place which facilitates flexible hours and hybrid working .
Professional growth and development opportunities to advance your career including Global Mobility opportunities.
Comprehensive Benefits with regional specific offerings that start Day One.
Progressive Parental Leave including 20 weeks of maternity leave , 4 weeks of parental leave and a phased return to work.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

Up to 25% travel to other OINA locations, customer sites and industry events
Ornua has ambitious growth plans and we’re building a team to help enable and accelerate that growth. We are looking for people who share our values, are curious, forward-looking, take ownership and work together to build a future for themselves and Ornua. How do you want to make your impact?
Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an Employment Visa at the time.

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WHY THIS ROLE IS VALUABLE:

The R&D Scientist is an integral member of the R&D team, leading and managing projects and concept development, and working collaboratively with other R&D members to support the development and optimization of technologies and functional cheese ingredients that meet our customer needs. This is a position that provides an excellent opportunity for continuous learning and professional development. Join a team and an organization that puts innovation at the heart of our business strategy. At Ornua, we don’t just develop great products, we develop great people.

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE ROLE:

Bachelor’s degree in Food, Dairy, or related scientific field with 1-2 years of industrial experience or advanced degree (MS/PhD) in closely related scientific field.
Must have valid driver’s license with flexibility to travel and visit customers up to 25% of the time
Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. as needed