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Product Development Specialist

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Salary
Range $55,000.00 - $70,000.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Professional Development
Employee Discounts
Paid holidays

Job Description

Nutrient Survival is a pioneering company in the food and beverage manufacturing and fulfillment industry, dedicated to creating real food with real nutrition for real life. Founded on the belief that the traditional food system is failing consumers by offering ultra-processed, nutrient-deficient, and addictive products, Nutrient Survival is committed to breaking free from this paradigm. The company specializes in producing handcrafted foods made in small batches using natural ingredients, free from artificial colors, flavors, sweeteners, or preservatives. Their products are fortified with essential nutrients such as protein, vitamins, minerals, fiber, and Omega-3 fatty acids to enhance physical and mental performance... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in food science, nutrition, chemical or food engineering or related field preferred
  • 3+ years of experience in product development, formulation, scale-up, or food lab related roles
  • Knowledge and practical application of Good Manufacturing Practices, HACCP, and food safety standards
  • Strong communication skills
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Google Workspace
  • Ability to work full-time on-site
  • Ability to perform physical tasks involving lifting up to 50 pounds
  • Ability to work collaboratively across departments
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
  • Willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced environment

Job Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in food science, nutrition, chemical or food engineering or related field preferred
  • 3+ years of product development, formulation, scale-up experience, food lab experience or related education
  • Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices, food safety, sanitation, HACCP, AIB, or SQF
  • Knowledge of health and safety regulations and standards
  • Knowledge of food science, nutrition, or chemistry
  • Knowledge of sanitation techniques and willingness to support assigned areas
  • Knowledge of analytics and business acumen
  • Knowledge of food formulation, reformulation, and recipe development
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills including presentation and stakeholder management
  • Proficiency with Google Docs, Gmail, Microsoft Office, Excel, and Microsoft Dynamics
  • Skills in data entry and database management
  • Proven team management and project leadership skills
  • Math, calculation, data collection, analysis, and presentation skills
  • Organizational skills for maintaining kitchen and laboratory areas
  • Ability to interface with customers and internal teams
  • Highly motivated, critical thinker, goal-oriented, adaptable to change and ambiguity
  • Preferred innovative mindset and adaptability
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and follow instructions
  • Able to work in a fast-paced environment with autonomy
  • Ability to understand and focus work on consumer needs
  • Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills
  • Ability to identify cost-saving measures
  • Ability to handle pressure, manage priorities, and meet deadlines
  • Ability to understand technical reporting data
  • Ability to interface with executive leadership
  • Ability to work effectively as part of a team
  • Physical ability to stand, walk, reach, twist, bend, stoop, squat, lift, climb, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds
  • Commitment to PACK values (Proud, Authentic, Community, Kick-ass)

Job Duties

  • Bring product ideas to fruition for foods and drinks as part of the Product Development group
  • Manage development, scale up and implementation of new and existing technologies to improve product performance and develop new products
  • Lead scientifically developed foods and drinks using innovative techniques for new product creation and continuous improvement
  • Project manage product development from concept to scaled-up manufacturing
  • Serve as technical resource for marketing to develop a pipeline of product development opportunities, including creating project plans and timelines
  • Lead product formulation including ingredient identification and validation, nutritional analysis, nutrition facts panel (NFP) creation, and regulatory compliance
  • Develop, implement, and execute creative product development activities to meet product goals and deadlines
  • Establish production processes and train team members
  • Manage databases, record samples, track formulations, and document requests
  • Act as ingredient lead for assigned ingredients, qualifying new raw materials and suppliers
  • Monitor and maintain product standards requiring scientific procedures
  • Explore innovative applications of product and process technology
  • Coordinate activities between external and internal teams for product development
  • Maintain kitchen and product development lab areas in accordance with Good Manufacturing Practices
  • Perform lab and kitchen activities supporting food safety, sanitation, and hygiene
  • Provide leadership and coaching to meet project goals and deadlines
  • Apply HACCP, food safety fundamentals, allergen validation, and process capability practices
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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