Product Development Specialist Making and testing new product samples for IPM/IPMPC customers.
Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Level 1Understand R&D process from concept to commercialization
  • Assist in the development of new products from concept to commercialization within cost and nutritional guidelines
  • Improve current products with regard to both cost and quality
  • Keep up-to-date knowledge on food trends and competitor analysis
  • Set-up, supervise & support production trial runs & new product launches at various factory locations, at times assisting QA and production in troubleshooting issues
  • Communicate with vendors and suppliers as needed, especially sourcing new ingredients, specifications, pricing and building relationships
  • Be able to prepare samples in the Lab. Decide what ingredients and level are required to create finished products that meet a customer's need. Understand impact of different ingredients on finished product
  • Organize and order ingredients needed to prepare customer samples.
  • Duplicate formulas and make changes to existing formulas to meet target flavor profile. Accurately document formulas, specifications, and operating procedures.
  • Think critically about effects of formula changes on production ability.
  • Prioritize development activities throughout the project.

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Level

Mid

Location

Janesville, WI

Occupation

Food Science Technicians

Industry

Perishable Prepared Food Manufacturing

Posted

yesterday

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