Research and Development Operations Supervisor

Job Purpose Godshall’s Quality Meats Inc. is an employee-owned company producing premium smoked meat products for the US and international markets. We are currently looking for a 1st Shift R&D Operations Supervisor to join our team! The R&D Operations Supervisor coordinates all operational activities in the R&D Center. They are responsible for scheduling and execution of all areas of production. They are also responsible to maintaining the proper paperwork to support our USDA grant of inspection. Duties and Responsibilities Primary job duties and responsibilities include: Schedule weekly production to support new recipes Oversee and report on product testing and shelf life Support lab operations and be a resource as necessary Maintain a clean and organized test kitchen Facilitate weekly review meetings for products and projects Maintain the necessary inventory to support production Perform quarterly inventories Order proteins and supplies to support operations Maintain the necessary paperwork and QA functions to support our USDA grant of inspection Work cross functionally with plant managers and schedulers to accomplish trials and tests Support the sales team with products and recipes for our customers Lead the R&D team members Continue to grow in meat technology Manage projects to completion and keep impacted parties informed Maintain proper sanitation of equipment and facilities Interpersonal Skills Reliable, comes to work every day and arrives to work on time Comes prepared to contribute Works to the best of their ability Accepts constructive feedback Team player Qualifications Minimum Qualifications required to successfully perform the job include: Bachelors Degree in food science or relevant experience Must be detail oriented and have basic mathematics skills Strong written and oral communication skills Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office programs Excellent problem solving and organizational skills. Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment Focus on long-term success / forward-thinking strategist Ability to speak effectively to customers or employees in the organization Working conditions Various conditions including office, warehouse, lab and production facilities. Working conditions will include extended periods in cold and wet meat processing environment requiring protective clothing. Position includes occasional travel to both the Telford and Lebanon plants. Physical requirements Must be able to perform extensive walking and standing throughout the shift and on a daily basis. May need to lift up to 50 pounds. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Job Type: Full-time Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Health insurance Life insurance Referral program Vision insurance Schedule: Day shift Weekends as needed Application Question(s): What is your desired Salary? Experience: Supervising: 1 year (Preferred) Research & development: 1 year (Required) Ability to Relocate: Souderton, PA 18964: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person