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Food Scientist roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring at least a bachelor's degree in food science, chemistry, or a closely related field. Large CPG manufacturers, ingredient suppliers, and contract research organizations sponsor H-1B petitions regularly, with many filing under the annual 85,000-slot cap each April.
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Everyone on our Research & Innovation team shares a passion for innovation, new process, new formulations, new packaging and new ways of thinking. By joining this team, you will use your scientific and technologic expertise to bring health through food, meet the needs of consumers and nurture growth in the business. We are currently looking to hire a Food Scientist II based in Louisville, CO.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
In this role, you will be responsible for:
- Supporting the plant-based yogurt businesses with understanding of R&I strategy, category/business strategy and the ability to leverage diverse methods for executing projects
- Demonstrate ability to translate new business dynamics to product design
- Deliver product productivity, renovation, and innovation programs, including complex programs (new platforms, high visibility programs) while anticipating challenges and building contingencies
- Independently plan and execute bench, pilot, and plant trials for new and improved products, analyze test results and effectively translate these into effective next steps that lead to project successes for medium to high complexity projects
- Develop product formulas, processing procedures, product, and raw material specifications to deliver consistent, high-quality products that support business objectives
- Contribute to scoping new ideas or technical solutions that contribute to R&I and product category strategy
- Influential in the delivery on top and bottom-line growth through, proactive identification pipeline innovation trends and opportunities, and productivity projects
- Partner with various suppliers, co-mans, and vendors to provide technical guidance, project directive, and/or external innovation towards various product development programs
- Participate in the design of consumer tests, organize sample production, and ensure product quality for the consumer test
- Deliver fundamental training and information sharing to cross functional partners or junior team members; Optimize and/or champion new ways of working
- Work closely with procurement, engineering, quality, and our supplier base to identify potential innovation, renovation, and productivity opportunities
- Manage heavy documentation work including technical ingredient documentation, manufacturing instructions writing and approvals flow through systems
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Degree in Food Science, Food Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or closely related field preferred (Masters preferred) with 4+ years of experience in product development in the food industry
- Strong technical skills on product formulation, industrial processes, ingredient functionality, and product-process interactions; preferred in-depth knowledge on dairy and non-dairy protein and functional ingredient technologies and/or coffee processing
- Knowledgeable in ingredient selection, formulation, processing equipment, and operating conditions for liquid-based oil-in-water emulsions
- Flexibility to travel
- Strong project management/organization and the ability to influence key stakeholders on recommended courses of action
- Excellent communication skills (both written and oral) and the ability to interact with all company functions including R&D, Quality, Marketing, Purchasing and Operation, as well as mentor junior staff
- Comfortable operating in the fuzzy front-end area of innovation and passionate about creating, rapid prototyping, development, and commercialization of ideas under tight timelines
COMPENSATION
- Salary Range: $85,000-100,000 USD
The exact salary offered will depend on several factors, including the candidate’s relevant experience, geographic location, internal equity, and market conditions. Danone North America additionally offers a performance-based bonus and has a strong benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug Coverage, 401k Plan, Wellness Program, Life Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement, Flexible Time Off, and Paid Parental Bonding Leave, among other benefit plan options. To give our employees flexibility, Danone is a hybrid work environment.
This role is considered a “hybrid” position that allows for flexible work, meaning it is a role where collaboration with key stakeholders in Danone Hubs occurs. While you may have the option to work from home on a schedule as agreed to with your supervisor, you are also expected to regularly report to your assigned office location at least 3 days per week.
ABOUT US, WE OFFER AND WHAT'S NEXT
Life at Danone
With approximately 5,000 employees and 13 production locations across the U.S., our vibrant culture and endless growth opportunities are just a couple of the reasons our employees call themselves “Proud Danoners.”
Our Brands
When you join us, you’ll work with some of the best-known food and beverage brands in the world, including Activia®, DanActive®, Danimals®, Dannon®, evian®, Follow Your Heart®, Happy Family® Organics, International Delight®, Light + Fit®, Nutricia®, Oikos®, Silk®, So Delicious® Dairy Free, STōK® Cold Brew Coffee®, Too Good & Co™, and YoCrunch®.
Our Purpose
We’re committed to making a positive impact on our world. Rooted in our mission to bring health through food to as many people as possible, we’re proud to be the world’s largest B Corp.
Our Benefits
Our commitment to making the world healthier starts with our employees.
- Physical Wellbeing: We pay for the majority of your medical benefits – which include medical, dental and vision – with our competitive 80%/20% cost-sharing model
- Mental Wellbeing: Danoners receive fitness discounts, unlimited flexible time off and hybrid work schedules. We also have a range of programs that support mental health and substance abuse
- Financial Support: We offer a performance-based bonus, a 401(k) plan, tuition reimbursement, employee discount programs and voluntary perks
- Family Care: We offer caretaker benefits, 18 weeks of parental bonding, fertility, surrogacy, adoption benefits and pet insurance
Equal Opportunity Employer
Danone North America is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. It is our policy to give equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to legally protected characteristics, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state/provincial and/or local law. For our EEO policy statement and your EEO rights under law click here.
INTRODUCTION
Everyone on our Research & Innovation team shares a passion for innovation, new process, new formulations, new packaging and new ways of thinking. By joining this team, you will use your scientific and technologic expertise to bring health through food, meet the needs of consumers and nurture growth in the business. We are currently looking to hire a Food Scientist II based in Louisville, CO.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
In this role, you will be responsible for:
- Supporting the plant-based yogurt businesses with understanding of R&I strategy, category/business strategy and the ability to leverage diverse methods for executing projects
- Demonstrate ability to translate new business dynamics to product design
- Deliver product productivity, renovation, and innovation programs, including complex programs (new platforms, high visibility programs) while anticipating challenges and building contingencies
- Independently plan and execute bench, pilot, and plant trials for new and improved products, analyze test results and effectively translate these into effective next steps that lead to project successes for medium to high complexity projects
- Develop product formulas, processing procedures, product, and raw material specifications to deliver consistent, high-quality products that support business objectives
- Contribute to scoping new ideas or technical solutions that contribute to R&I and product category strategy
- Influential in the delivery on top and bottom-line growth through, proactive identification pipeline innovation trends and opportunities, and productivity projects
- Partner with various suppliers, co-mans, and vendors to provide technical guidance, project directive, and/or external innovation towards various product development programs
- Participate in the design of consumer tests, organize sample production, and ensure product quality for the consumer test
- Deliver fundamental training and information sharing to cross functional partners or junior team members; Optimize and/or champion new ways of working
- Work closely with procurement, engineering, quality, and our supplier base to identify potential innovation, renovation, and productivity opportunities
- Manage heavy documentation work including technical ingredient documentation, manufacturing instructions writing and approvals flow through systems
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Degree in Food Science, Food Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or closely related field preferred (Masters preferred) with 4+ years of experience in product development in the food industry
- Strong technical skills on product formulation, industrial processes, ingredient functionality, and product-process interactions; preferred in-depth knowledge on dairy and non-dairy protein and functional ingredient technologies and/or coffee processing
- Knowledgeable in ingredient selection, formulation, processing equipment, and operating conditions for liquid-based oil-in-water emulsions
- Flexibility to travel
- Strong project management/organization and the ability to influence key stakeholders on recommended courses of action
- Excellent communication skills (both written and oral) and the ability to interact with all company functions including R&D, Quality, Marketing, Purchasing and Operation, as well as mentor junior staff
- Comfortable operating in the fuzzy front-end area of innovation and passionate about creating, rapid prototyping, development, and commercialization of ideas under tight timelines
COMPENSATION
- Salary Range: $85,000-100,000 USD
The exact salary offered will depend on several factors, including the candidate’s relevant experience, geographic location, internal equity, and market conditions. Danone North America additionally offers a performance-based bonus and has a strong benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug Coverage, 401k Plan, Wellness Program, Life Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement, Flexible Time Off, and Paid Parental Bonding Leave, among other benefit plan options. To give our employees flexibility, Danone is a hybrid work environment.
This role is considered a “hybrid” position that allows for flexible work, meaning it is a role where collaboration with key stakeholders in Danone Hubs occurs. While you may have the option to work from home on a schedule as agreed to with your supervisor, you are also expected to regularly report to your assigned office location at least 3 days per week.
ABOUT US, WE OFFER AND WHAT'S NEXT
Life at Danone
With approximately 5,000 employees and 13 production locations across the U.S., our vibrant culture and endless growth opportunities are just a couple of the reasons our employees call themselves “Proud Danoners.”
Our Brands
When you join us, you’ll work with some of the best-known food and beverage brands in the world, including Activia®, DanActive®, Danimals®, Dannon®, evian®, Follow Your Heart®, Happy Family® Organics, International Delight®, Light + Fit®, Nutricia®, Oikos®, Silk®, So Delicious® Dairy Free, STōK® Cold Brew Coffee®, Too Good & Co™, and YoCrunch®.
Our Purpose
We’re committed to making a positive impact on our world. Rooted in our mission to bring health through food to as many people as possible, we’re proud to be the world’s largest B Corp.
Our Benefits
Our commitment to making the world healthier starts with our employees.
- Physical Wellbeing: We pay for the majority of your medical benefits – which include medical, dental and vision – with our competitive 80%/20% cost-sharing model
- Mental Wellbeing: Danoners receive fitness discounts, unlimited flexible time off and hybrid work schedules. We also have a range of programs that support mental health and substance abuse
- Financial Support: We offer a performance-based bonus, a 401(k) plan, tuition reimbursement, employee discount programs and voluntary perks
- Family Care: We offer caretaker benefits, 18 weeks of parental bonding, fertility, surrogacy, adoption benefits and pet insurance
Equal Opportunity Employer
Danone North America is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. It is our policy to give equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to legally protected characteristics, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state/provincial and/or local law. For our EEO policy statement and your EEO rights under law click here.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Food Scientist
Align your degree to your role
USCIS scrutinizes Food Scientist petitions when the applicant's degree field doesn't directly match the role. A chemistry or biology degree supporting a flavor development position needs a clear connection documented in your petition's specialty occupation argument.
Look up prevailing wages before negotiating
Your offer must meet DOL's prevailing wage for your exact job title, location, and level. Run your role through the OFLC Wage Search before accepting an offer so you know whether your salary meets Level I through Level IV thresholds.
Target employers with LCA filing history
Search Migrate Mate to find Food Scientist roles filtered by employers who have certified Labor Condition Applications for this occupation. That history confirms the company understands the filing process and has done it before.
Verify your O*NET classification with your employer
Your employer's attorney will classify your role using an O*NET occupation code. Ask which code they intend to use, Food Scientists and Food Technologists have distinct codes that can affect how USCIS evaluates the specialty occupation requirement.
Understand the April 1 filing window
Cap-subject H-1B petitions can only be filed starting April 1 for an October 1 start date. If you're finishing a CPG internship or OPT period, time your job search so an offer is confirmed before your employer misses that window.
Confirm your employer files the LCA itself
The LCA is filed by the employer through DOL's FLAG system, not by you. Before accepting an offer, ask whether the company's HR or immigration counsel has handled this before, first-time sponsors sometimes underestimate the LCA certification timeline.
H-1B Visa Food Scientist: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Food Scientist role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, Food Scientist positions qualify as specialty occupations when the role requires at least a bachelor's degree in food science, food technology, chemistry, microbiology, or a directly related field. USCIS will examine whether the specific duties of your position, such as formulation, sensory analysis, or regulatory compliance, genuinely require that specialized degree. Roles requiring only a general science background without a specific field connection can face Requests for Evidence.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for Food Scientists?
Consumer packaged goods manufacturers, ingredient and flavoring companies, contract research organizations, and food testing laboratories are the most active H-1B sponsors for this occupation. Academic institutions and government contractors can also sponsor but are often cap-exempt, meaning they aren't subject to the 85,000-slot annual limit. Use Migrate Mate to find employers with verified LCA filing history specifically for Food Scientist and Food Technologist roles.
What happens to my H-1B if I move from product development to a regulatory affairs role at the same company?
A material change in job duties, title, or location typically requires your employer to file an amended H-1B petition with USCIS before the change takes effect. Moving from bench formulation work to regulatory affairs is likely a material change because the SOC code, prevailing wage level, and specialty occupation argument may all differ. Your employer's immigration counsel should evaluate this before the transition.
Can my employer list multiple work locations on my H-1B petition?
Yes, but each location must have its own certified LCA covering the applicable prevailing wage for that area. Food Scientists who travel between a headquarters and a manufacturing plant, or who work at a client facility under a contract research arrangement, need LCAs covering all worksites. Failing to cover a new location before starting work there is a compliance violation that can affect your petition's validity.
How does the H-1B cap lottery affect Food Scientist job seekers?
Most private-sector Food Scientist roles fall under the annual H-1B cap, which means USCIS runs a lottery when registrations exceed 65,000 regular-cap slots plus 20,000 advanced-degree slots. Selection is random, so a strong application and qualified employer don't guarantee a slot. If you aren't selected, you can reregister in subsequent years or explore cap-exempt employers such as universities or nonprofit research institutions while you wait.