Product Development Specialist

Job Description

<p><strong>Benefits and Features:</strong></p><ul><li>Competitive annual salary of $75k/yr to $90k/yr</li><li>Eligibility for a company performance bonus up to $1000</li><li>Comprehensive benefits package (Health, Dental, Vision)</li><li>Health spending account</li><li>4% RRSP/DPSP</li><li>3 weeks of paid vacation</li><li>Flextime</li><li>Hybrid flexibility</li><li>Cohesive team and organization</li><li>Effective balance of structure/process and innovative/creative freedom!</li><li>Belong to a company that champions sustainability and corporate social responsibility</li><li>Highly stable, long enduring, and global organization -- over 80 years in business!</li><li>Strong company growth outlook in a thriving food industry landscape</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Design innovative samples tailored to market demands</li><li>Drive product performance by leveraging understandings of ingredient functionality and product composition</li><li>Coordinate raw material testing activities</li><li>Exercise knowledge in formula creation, trial execution, and product launch processes</li><li>Ensure product specifications and labelling fit within nutritional and regulatory frameworks</li><li>Work cross functionally with sales and category management to understand market demand</li><li>Collaborate with Production to maintain product quality through manufacturing process</li><li>Evaluate and report on product performance</li><li>Monitor and update operational quality standards and manufacturing processes to suppor continuous improvement</li><li>Collaborate with internal cross-functional teams and external vendors, experts</li><li>Ensure accuracy of product documentation</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Requirements:</strong></p><ul><li>4+ years of product development experience in the food/beverage industry</li><li>Postsecondary education in a food related industry</li><li>Strong project management skills</li><li>Experience in GMP environments is a strongly preferred</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><strong>To Apply: </strong></p><p><br></p><p>Interested and qualified candidates are encouraged to apply directly to this posting</p><p><br></p><p>***</p><p><br></p><p><em>As a division of Express Employment Professionals, the Specialized Recruiting Group (SRG) is a leading staffing provider for mid-senior level professional positions. We proactively recruit candidates for permanent, direct hire, or long-term contract roles and set you up for success by providing interview coaching, resume tips, and industry insights. When you work with the Specialized Recruiting Group, a single interview can open doors to over 300 companies across Southwestern Ontario. We will coordinate the entire job search process, from your initial interview to the final offer. </em></p><p><br></p><p><em>Express Employment Professionals and the Specialized Recruiting Group are committed to fair and equitable recruiting practices. We continuously work to create a safe environment for our community, in which you can feel valued and supported.</em></p>