R&D Technologist I

Job purpose Making and testing new product samples for IPM/IPMPC customers. Duties and responsibilities Level 1 Understand 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. Level 2 Have an area of specific detailed knowledge (equipment, type of product, etc) Aid other team members using specific detailed knowledge. Train operators of any specialized equipment / software related to area of expertise. Write official operating instructions, equipment diagrams, or other SOP needed to run equipment. Work with QA team to write HACCAP plan for any new procedure / equipment. Work with project manager and equipment buyer on recommendations for purchase. Attend trainings and trade shows that relate to area of expertise Occasionally visit customers as needed by customer service / sales. Communicate with customers about specific technology or resource. Communicate with support team from any equipment, technology, software product company that relates to area of expertise. Level 3 Supervise a team of R&D Technicians Schedule team as needed for trials, product launches, or lab work Manage customer’s projects from concept to commercialization 1st Shift Split between both Plants 6am-2:30 pm M-F with possible Saturdays. May consider flexibility on start time for the right candidate.