GPAC
Research and Development Manager
GPAC, Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States, 55400
Gpac is seeking an
R&D Manager
to join our client company's growing team in
Minnesota!
This position will be
responsible for creating new product formulations, overseeing R&D process , helping create and monitor a consistent high-quality products and maintain or develop new customer and supplier relationships.
Responsibilities:Manage the formulation process for new product development, understanding single ingredient functionality and its effect on processing parameters (brix, pH, texture, water activity, etc.)Work with customers to understand their needs regarding flavor, nutrition, and label claimsWork with purchasing and suppliers if necessary to get materials in house for benchtop and line trialsRequest all paperwork and logistical information on new ingredients, collaborating with the appropriate departments so they can follow up and complete the requestCoordinate priorities with R&D Applications SpecialistOrganize and retain benchtop and trial samples for further review and shelf life analysisLead the transfer of formulas from benchtop to line trialWork on current formulations to make any changes as directed by management teamsSource and work with third-parties to develop products outside of current capabilitiesMaintain nutritional and labeling database and proof labeling informationCreate first draft tentative nutritional labelsCreate, proof and review nutritional panels for packagingCoordinate, manage, monitor, and document plant trials and first production runsProvide paperwork and verbal instructions to production team to run productionCollect data, samples, and attend to detail during production line trials and first productionWorks with staff members to build bench strength and prepare employees for advancement opportunities.
Qualifications:5 yrs experience in new product development and formulations in Food Science with Confectionary experienceBachelor of Science in Food ScienceUnderstand multi-ingredient functionalitySelf-motivationBasic computer skillsExcellent communication and organizational skillsAbility to work well with others
This company is ready to interview ASAP!
If you come from a food science background and have worked in product development,
APPLY NOW!
The company offers a great base salary, bonus, PROFIT SHARING, and more!
This family owned company has been growing for generations and would love someone to join and grow themselves within the company and join their fun community of employees!
For questions or if you would like to apply directly for consideration, please email Alejandro at .
All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.
GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.
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R&D Manager
to join our client company's growing team in
Minnesota!
This position will be
responsible for creating new product formulations, overseeing R&D process , helping create and monitor a consistent high-quality products and maintain or develop new customer and supplier relationships.
Responsibilities:Manage the formulation process for new product development, understanding single ingredient functionality and its effect on processing parameters (brix, pH, texture, water activity, etc.)Work with customers to understand their needs regarding flavor, nutrition, and label claimsWork with purchasing and suppliers if necessary to get materials in house for benchtop and line trialsRequest all paperwork and logistical information on new ingredients, collaborating with the appropriate departments so they can follow up and complete the requestCoordinate priorities with R&D Applications SpecialistOrganize and retain benchtop and trial samples for further review and shelf life analysisLead the transfer of formulas from benchtop to line trialWork on current formulations to make any changes as directed by management teamsSource and work with third-parties to develop products outside of current capabilitiesMaintain nutritional and labeling database and proof labeling informationCreate first draft tentative nutritional labelsCreate, proof and review nutritional panels for packagingCoordinate, manage, monitor, and document plant trials and first production runsProvide paperwork and verbal instructions to production team to run productionCollect data, samples, and attend to detail during production line trials and first productionWorks with staff members to build bench strength and prepare employees for advancement opportunities.
Qualifications:5 yrs experience in new product development and formulations in Food Science with Confectionary experienceBachelor of Science in Food ScienceUnderstand multi-ingredient functionalitySelf-motivationBasic computer skillsExcellent communication and organizational skillsAbility to work well with others
This company is ready to interview ASAP!
If you come from a food science background and have worked in product development,
APPLY NOW!
The company offers a great base salary, bonus, PROFIT SHARING, and more!
This family owned company has been growing for generations and would love someone to join and grow themselves within the company and join their fun community of employees!
For questions or if you would like to apply directly for consideration, please email Alejandro at .
All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.
GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.
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