Product Development Manager (Food Manufacturing)

Bridgeport, NJ, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Type:

Salary

Rate:

Range $130,000.00 - $150,000.00

Benefits

Medical insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid holidays

employee appreciation events

Life insurance

401K contributions

Annual performance-based bonus

Job Description

Chelten House Products, Inc. is a distinguished fourth-generation, family-owned manufacturer in the food industry, located in Swedesboro, New Jersey. Established with a rich legacy and deep commitment to quality, the company has earned a reputation as an industry leader in producing some of the finest tasting pasta sauces, salad dressings, salsas, ketchups, and other blends. As a pioneer committed to culinary excellence and innovation, Chelten House Products continuously strives to exceed customer expectations through the development of superior products that combine authentic flavors and premium ingredients. The company culture is deeply rooted in family values, fostering a supportive, diverse, and... Show More

Job Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Food Engineering, Microbiology or related field
minimum 7 years of R&D experience in CPG food manufacturing industry
minimum 3 years in a managerial role
proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint
knowledge of FDA and USDA labeling requirements
understanding of quality systems and HACCP/HARPC plan
strong communication and leadership skills
experience with root cause analysis and problem solving
ability to manage multiple complex projects concurrently
ability to travel occasionally for customer visits and industry events
strong organizational and project management skills
understanding of cost accounting and costing
ability to work collaboratively across cross-functional teams

Job Qualifications

7-10 years of R&D experience in CPG food manufacturing industry
minimum 3+ years in a managerial role
M.S. degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Food Engineering, Microbiology or related area preferred
strong understanding of CPG food manufacturing processes
highly developed communication, teamwork, leadership, interpersonal and project management skills
integrity, autonomy, creativity, self-motivation, problem solving skills including root cause analysis
strong organizational skills including data analysis, R&D documentation and report creation
working knowledge of quality systems and HACCP/HARPC plan
understanding of cost accounting and costing
knowledge of FDA and USDA labeling requirements
understanding of nutrition and operation of Formulator or Genesis software
proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint
experience in operations and project management a plus

Job Duties

Lead the team’s relentless focus on delivering innovative, unique, and value-added product offerings to customers
develop strategic innovation and renovation roadmaps for products and processes
research commercial potential of new food trends and facilitate early concept developments
define, develop, plan, and manage R&D projects and product development initiatives
oversee occasional travel for customer visits and industry events
lead product development projects from concept to market launch working closely with cross-functional teams
evaluate project feasibility and input for project and product costings
research new raw materials, applications, processing technologies and equipment
develop and manage external technical relationships with suppliers and innovation partners
plan and conduct lab and pilot scale development work and tests
lead and document projects from conceptualization to commercialization
collaborate with plant processing and production personnel to ensure successful trial runs and start-up operations
execute R&D strategies supporting company and team objectives
implement new processes to improve production efficiency and create new business opportunities
partner with business development, Innovation Chef, and Commercialization teams on new product innovation
work collaboratively with global R&D team and Innovation Chef sharing innovations
manage multiple complex projects concurrently prioritizing business initiatives
participate in sales and product demonstration presentations as needed
mentor and develop the team by providing clear priorities and timelines
perform other duties as assigned by management
take on additional responsibilities as necessary

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