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Who are we?Since 2004, KIND has been on a mission to create a kinder and healthier world - one snack and one act at a time. Its iconic KIND© bars - made with real, recognizable ingredients - sparked the growth of an entirely new healthy snacking category. Today, KIND has a family of more than 80 snacks that offer solutions for a variety of occasions. All of KIND's products lead with a nutrient-dense first ingredient - whole nuts, whole grains or whole fruit - and do not contain genetically engineered ingredients, sugar alcohols or artificial spired by the belief that acts of kindness can be a transformative force for good, both the KIND brand and The KIND Foundation seek to inspire kindness and empathy.We're looking for passionate collaborators to help us become the foremost leader in health & wellness and positively impact society along the way. If you're looking to be a part of an inspiring, energetic and entrepreneurial environment, you've found the right place.What you'll doReporting to KIND's New Product Development Team, The Associate Food Scientist is responsible for executing Product Development initiatives to further enhance KIND's portfolio of healthy snacks. And here's how you'll do it...• Responsible for prototyping, formulation, pilot production and scale-up to plant implementation for renovation & innovation projects.• Request and review newcurrent ingredient documentation for ingredient onboarding.• Support Non-GMO Project onboarding for finished products.• Develop and maintain ingredient specs and finished good specs.• Coordinate studies to further develop technical understanding of product attributes to support base business.• Coordinate and attend plant trails for alternate suppliers, productivity, and innovation projects.• Research suppliers and new ingredients to stay ahead of supplier capabilities.• Lead and execute time sensitive programs, including alternate line qualifications and supplieringredient qualifications.• Support the broader cross-functional team on idea generation and pipeline building for productivity and innovation deliverables. What you'll bring to KIND• A relationship builder, excited by the opportunity to partner with team members cross-functionally• A strategic thinker and approach business initiatives with an entrepreneurial spirit• Ability to communicate effectively with staff at all levels of the organization.• Excellent at planning and prioritization skills with the ability to multi-task and adapt.• Able to influence, facilitate groups with diverse perspectives and bring teams to consensus alignment• Able to work in a fast-paced and rapidly changing environment and maintain a positive outlook• Able to demonstrate prudent judgment when making important decisions by utilizing knowledge of industry best practices and current trends• A collaborator and can reach mutually agreeable outcomes and resolve potential conflicts• Genuine in your desire to help make the world a kinder place, committing to always spreading and celebrating kindness You are...A relationship builder, excited by the opportunity to partner with team members cross-functionallyAn innovative and strategic thinker who can approach business initiatives with an entrepreneurial spiritAbility to communicate effectively with staff at all levels of the organization.Excellent at planning and prioritization skills with the ability to multi-task and adapt.Able to influence, facilitate groups with diverse perspectives and bring teams to consensus alignmentAble to work in a fast-paced and rapidly changing environment and maintain a positive outlookAble to demonstrate prudent judgment when making important decisions by utilizing knowledge of industry best practices and current trendsAble to maintain direction and focus by leveraging organizational abilities and proactive planningA collaborator and can reach mutually agreeable outcomes and resolve potential conflictsGenuine in your desire to help make the world a kinder place, committing to always spreading and celebrating kindness You have...• A BS degree in Food Science or related degree• 0-4 years of relevant concept to launch experience in a Corporate R&D setting.• Ability to build strong trusted working relationships and rapport at all levels & demonstrated ability to work collaboratively.• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills• Good time management and multitasking skills• Are familiar with the activities in Marketing, Market Research, LegalRegulatory, QA and Manufacturing• Be able to travel up to 35%• Experience with Genesis, Master Control, TraceGains desired. Certain states and localities require employers to post a reasonable estimate of salary range. A reasonable estimate of the current base salary range for this position is $61,500 - $84,500. Actual salary will be based on a variety of factors, including location, experience, skill set, performance, licensure and certification, and business needs. The range for this position in other geographic locations may differ.What KIND offers...KIND provides a robust benefits package to help support you physically, financially, and emotionally through the big milestones and in your everyday petitive salary, including a target bonus and an impressive benefits package!Flexible Paid Time Off. Choose what works best for you, including summer hoursExcellent health, dental & vision insurance, with options to fit you & your family's needsYour health is important! Our wellness strategy focuses on mental and physical well-being through in office programs like Drs, Nutritionists, Mindfulness, Chair Massages & othersCasual office dress code - feel free to wear your KIND gearStock up on your favorite KIND bars to share with your family & friends, through a quarterly voucherTraining & tuition reimbursement program, because continuing to learn matters and we support your developmentA dynamic, ambitious, fun and KIND work environmentThe opportunity and responsibility to be KIND everyday EEOAt KIND, we are committed to an inclusive workplace where diversity in all its forms is championed. KIND is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and we are an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you require special accommodation, please let us know. Privacy PolicyKIND promises that our products will always lead with a nutrient-dense first ingredient, such as nuts, whole grains or fruit - a disruptive notion that sparked the creation of a new healthy snacking category. We aim to challenge the status quo within the food industry and empower our community to make better, informed choices about health. To view KIND's Privacy Policy in its entirety please follow this link: