R & D Product Development Specialist
On-siteIndustry, California, United States
Job Summary
Design and create new dressings and sauces while altering existing products to meet consumer trends and specific customer requests. Conduct HACCP analysis on raw materials and finished products, ensuring formulations comply with regulatory, industry, and USDA labeling standards. Develop detailed mixing instructions, label formats, and nutrition statements in compliance with NLEA, then validate recipes during initial production runs. Coordinate with customers for sample revisions, evaluate raw material substitutes for spec deviations, and perform shelf-life and competitive benchmarking studies. Complete private label specifications for clients such as Ready Pac and Tropical Smoothie, ensuring all new products meet batch check and packaging requirements before launch.
Required Qualifications
- Degree in Technical Course (Food Science, Chemistry, Microbiology, etc.) or equivalent work experience
- 2-3 years' experience in Product Development position
- Skilled in statistical charts & data analysis
- Good communication, leadership, & interpersonal skills
- Ability to work well with team members & other departments
Desired Qualifications
- Knowledge of manufacturing environment & practices
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