Our client is a growing and successful midsized food manufacturing company located in GTA West, and they have an immediate need for a Senior Product Developer.
This role will be responsible for developing new products and maintaining existing products with an emphasis in the dairy and bakery applications.
RequirementsCreate and bring to market functional blends, stabilizer blends, and seasoning blend formulas, progressing from theoretical to test batch to full production.
Develop a diverse range of applications showcasing ingredient functionality and attributes, with a heightened emphasis on dairy applications to bolster sales across various sectors.
Engage with customers as needed to provide technical expertise and product solutions, showcasing new product features and capabilities through application examples.
Formulate, test, and optimize formulas and processes to align with nutritional and quality specifications, considering customer, regulatory, and cost requirements.
Prepare lab samples for customer submissions or testing, maintaining meticulous documentation of formulas and methodologies derived from lab and plant trials.
Conduct sensory evaluations, establish product specifications, assess shelf-life, gather and analyze product data, and refine formulas for production optimization.
Stay abreast of food trends and data, leveraging insights to innovate and devise new concepts for customer presentations.
Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams such as Sales, Operations, Quality, and Purchasing to ensure seamless execution of initiatives.
RequirementsBachelor's degree or higher in Food Science, Dairy Science, or related field from an accredited college or university.
4-6 years of hands-on experience in food manufacturing.Essential understanding of current raw materials and their functions in dairy applications is a must.
Prior experience in a supervisory role is preferred but not required.Proficiency in industry standards like HACCP, ISO, and GFSI.
Familiarity with quality practices, procedures, and the ability to manage a HACCP Program.Knowledge of labelling regulations and guidelines.
Strong comprehension of production processes and procedures.Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.Collaborative team player with a customer-centric and goal-driven approach.
Strong interpersonal abilities and meticulous attention to detail.