Product Developer in Leading Bakery Food Manufacturer

Our client, a leading bakery manufacturer in Etobicoke/Vaughan, is looking for an experienced Product Developer to support their growing business.

Reporting directly to their R&D Director, the Product Developer will oversee all aspects of development from concept to commercialization of new bakery products. The ideal candidate will have strong technical skills, a deep understanding of food science, especially for whipped cream/peanut butter products, and a passion for innovation.

Job duties:
- Own the product development process from concept, formulation, sourcing ingredients, bench-top prototyping, pilot plant trials and full-scale commercialization
- Formulate new products with consideration to equipment capability, nutritional profile, regulatory compliance, cost, and sensory targets
- Coordinate the commercialization of bench top product, collaborate with QA, Plant Managers, Production and other teams to ensure seamless integration and product quality.
- Coordinate samples and conducting testing to validate product design and functionality as requested. Manage sample process, product development timelines, first production trials and existing product quality.
- Monitor the performance of both post-launch and existing product performance, gather feedback, implement improvements based on findings, and maintain accurate records of the development process.
- Manage and maintain formulation and information database to provide accurate and timely information to required departments. Stay up to date with Canadian and US nutrition and labelling laws
- Ability to decorate or assist in decorating different baked good products.
- Other related duties as assigned

Requirements:
- Post-secondary in food science, culinary or a related field
- Experience in an R&D/Product development role in the baked goods industry
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Detail-oriented with a creative mindset.
- Strong project management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
- Experienced at all stages of food product development.
- Strong knowledge of baking ingredient functionality.
- Familiarity with regulatory requirements and food safety standards.
- Excellent oral and written communication

How to Apply:

Please send your resume to resume2021@gc-employment.com with the subject "Product Developer"

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We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, colour, religion, creed, national origin, gender or gender-identity, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, pregnancy or parental status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of our customers and communities in which we live and serve. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you require accommodation throughout the hiring process, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs. Reasonable accommodation requests are considered on a case-by-case basis.