Associate NPD Specialist
$58,240–$58,240 year
On-siteBakersfield, California, United States
Job Summary
Conduct product and process development for innovation, renovation, and factory support projects by managing new product prototyping, bench work, and pilot plant trials. Execute raw material and finished product testing while completing costing analysis, preliminary manufacturing dossiers, and technical sign-off documentation. Ensure accurate handover of new product documentation to the factory team and support the first three production runs to verify successful integration. Maintain adherence to regulatory, legal, and company standards while collaborating with internal procurement and technical teams to minimize factory complexity.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Food science, Dairy Science, Nutrition, Culinology, Chemical Engineering, or a related field
- Knowledge and understanding of ingredient functionality (eg. diary proteins, emulsifiers, stabilizers)
- Knowledge of physio-chemical laboratory methods to define and test raw materials and finished products
- 0 – 2 years of experience in food manufacturing, R&D, or product development (internships, co-ops, or lab projects acceptable)
- Creative and analytical mindset—able to merge strategy with flawless execution
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team
- Visa sponsorship not available. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States now and in the future. The company does not provide visa sponsorship or any immigration support (including STEM OPT training plan and H-1B lottery registration) for this position.
Desired Qualifications
- Exposure to the manufacture of dairy products or frozen desserts a plus
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