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Glanbia
Join this dynamic team focused on delivering better nutrition for every step of life’s journey
The Opportunity
We are seeking a proactive and experienced Senior Food Scientist to join our team in Downers Grove. This role will focus on the development of Ready-to-Eat (RTE) applications, including snacks, bars, and baked products, with potential involvement in powders, ready-to-drink, tablets, and capsules. You will lead strategic innovation initiatives, manage product development from concept to market, and collaborate across departments to bring high-quality nutrition products to life. The position includes managing 1–2 direct reports and may require 10–20% travel.
This is a lab-based role involving exposure to food allergens and product tasting.
The Skills you will bring to the team
- Bachelor of Science in Food Science or related field (or equivalent experience)
- Minimum of 7 years of relevant experience in food, beverage, or dietary supplement industry
- Proven track record in developing and launching RTE snack products
- Advanced knowledge of formulation and manufacturing equipment for beverage production
- Strong understanding of raw material stability and international regulations
- Detail-oriented and organized, with adherence to GMP lab and factory guidelines
- Effective communicator across technical and non-technical audiences
- Skilled in project management and cross-functional collaboration
- Experience with SAP preferred
- Leadership capabilities including mentoring and team development
Where and how you will work
The opportunity will be based in Downers Grove, IL with hybrid working arrangements available which offer you a greater choice in how you work and live, giving you a better work-life balance.
What we would like to offer you!
The opportunity to develop your career on a global stage, continuous learning through an on-demand learning platform, and a competitive compensation package including staff discounts, generous family leave policy, health & dental plan, competitive salary, 401K.
Compensation
Compensation for roles at Glanbia varies depending on a wide range of factors including but not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set and level of experience. Glanbia provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired in IL. This range may not be applicable to other locations. Factors that could be used to determine your actual salary may include your specific skills, years of experience and comparison to current employees already in this role. The typical candidate is hired below midpoint of the range. The annual salary for IL based employees for this role is $95,000 - $120,000 with an annual bonus.
About Glanbia
Glanbia is a better nutrition company with three divisions: Performance Nutrition, Health & Nutrition and Dairy Nutrition. Collectively and with our partners we offer an incredible breadth of expertise in nutrition. We employ a team of 5800 people, work with global food and beverage companies, and sell our award-winning and market-leading brands and ingredients in more than 100 countries worldwide.
At Glanbia, we celebrate diversity, because we know that our individual strengths make us stronger together. We welcome and encourage interest from a wide variety of candidates, and we will give your application consideration, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status.
At Glanbia our culture will celebrate individuality, knowing that together we are more.
Senior Food Scientist
Glanbia
Join this dynamic team focused on delivering better nutrition for every step of life’s journey
The Opportunity
We are seeking a proactive and experienced Senior Food Scientist to join our team in Downers Grove. This role will focus on the development of Ready-to-Eat (RTE) applications, including snacks, bars, and baked products, with potential involvement in powders, ready-to-drink, tablets, and capsules. You will lead strategic innovation initiatives, manage product development from concept to market, and collaborate across departments to bring high-quality nutrition products to life. The position includes managing 1–2 direct reports and may require 10–20% travel.
This is a lab-based role involving exposure to food allergens and product tasting.
The Skills you will bring to the team
- Bachelor of Science in Food Science or related field (or equivalent experience)
- Minimum of 7 years of relevant experience in food, beverage, or dietary supplement industry
- Proven track record in developing and launching RTE snack products
- Advanced knowledge of formulation and manufacturing equipment for beverage production
- Strong understanding of raw material stability and international regulations
- Detail-oriented and organized, with adherence to GMP lab and factory guidelines
- Effective communicator across technical and non-technical audiences
- Skilled in project management and cross-functional collaboration
- Experience with SAP preferred
- Leadership capabilities including mentoring and team development
Where and how you will work
The opportunity will be based in Downers Grove, IL with hybrid working arrangements available which offer you a greater choice in how you work and live, giving you a better work-life balance.
What we would like to offer you!
The opportunity to develop your career on a global stage, continuous learning through an on-demand learning platform, and a competitive compensation package including staff discounts, generous family leave policy, health & dental plan, competitive salary, 401K.
Compensation
Compensation for roles at Glanbia varies depending on a wide range of factors including but not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set and level of experience. Glanbia provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired in IL. This range may not be applicable to other locations. Factors that could be used to determine your actual salary may include your specific skills, years of experience and comparison to current employees already in this role. The typical candidate is hired below midpoint of the range. The annual salary for IL based employees for this role is $95,000 - $120,000 with an annual bonus.
About Glanbia
Glanbia is a better nutrition company with three divisions: Performance Nutrition, Health & Nutrition and Dairy Nutrition. Collectively and with our partners we offer an incredible breadth of expertise in nutrition. We employ a team of 5800 people, work with global food and beverage companies, and sell our award-winning and market-leading brands and ingredients in more than 100 countries worldwide.
At Glanbia, we celebrate diversity, because we know that our individual strengths make us stronger together. We welcome and encourage interest from a wide variety of candidates, and we will give your application consideration, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status.
At Glanbia our culture will celebrate individuality, knowing that together we are more.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Food Scientist
Match your degree to the SOC code
PERM petitions for Food Scientists are filed under SOC 19-1012. Your degree must align with the specialty the employer defines in the job description. A food technology or chemistry degree typically satisfies this; a general biology degree may trigger an RFE.
Target employers with PERM filing history
Food manufacturers, flavor houses, and contract research organizations that have filed PERM applications before are far more likely to repeat the process. Use Migrate Mate to filter Food Scientist roles by employers with documented green card sponsorship activity.
Verify prevailing wage before negotiating your offer
DOL sets the prevailing wage for your SOC code and work location through OFLC Wage Search. Your offered salary must meet or exceed this figure or your employer's PERM application will be rejected, regardless of your qualifications.
Prepare your educational credential evaluation now
PERM and I-140 petitions require USCIS to confirm your foreign degree is equivalent to a U.S. bachelor's or master's. Get a credential evaluation from a NACES-member organization before you start interviewing so it doesn't delay your employer's filing timeline.
Understand how concurrent filing affects your timeline
If your priority date is current when your I-140 is approved, your employer can file your I-485 adjustment of status concurrently. For EB-3 Food Scientists from most countries, this happens faster than most candidates expect.
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Find Food Scientist JobsFood Scientist Green Card Sponsorship: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Food Scientist role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Both categories are available depending on the role's requirements. EB-2 applies when the position genuinely requires a master's degree or equivalent advanced credentials. EB-3 covers roles where a bachelor's degree in food science, chemistry, or a closely related field satisfies the minimum requirement. Your employer's attorney determines the category based on the actual job duties, not your personal qualifications.
How does PERM green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for Food Scientists?
H-1B status is temporary and subject to an annual lottery with a cap of 85,000 slots. PERM-based green card sponsorship leads to permanent residency with no annual cap at the EB-3 level for most nationalities. The PERM process takes longer upfront, often 18 to 36 months from filing to an approved I-140, but the outcome is lawful permanent residency rather than a renewable temporary status.
How do I find Food Scientist jobs where employers will sponsor a green card?
Search Migrate Mate to filter Food Scientist openings by employers with verified EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship history. Not all food companies advertise sponsorship in job postings, and many mid-size ingredient suppliers and contract manufacturers sponsor PERM cases regularly without publicizing it. Targeting employers with a documented filing record saves significant time compared to applying broadly and asking during interviews.
What role does the PERM labor certification play in the Food Scientist green card process?
PERM is the DOL certification step that comes before your employer files the I-140 immigrant petition with USCIS. The employer must conduct a supervised recruitment process and demonstrate that no qualified U.S. worker was available for the role. Food Scientist positions that require specialized skills in areas like fermentation science, regulatory compliance, or flavor chemistry tend to clear PERM more cleanly than generalist roles.
Can my employer start the PERM process while I'm on H-1B or OPT?
Yes. Employers can file a PERM labor certification for you while you hold any valid nonimmigrant status, including H-1B or OPT. Your current authorization status does not affect PERM eligibility. The key is that your employer initiates the process while you still have valid work authorization, since PERM and I-140 approval alone do not grant work authorization. USCIS processes I-485 adjustment of status only after those earlier steps are complete.
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