R&D Technologist I

Job purpose Making and testing new product samples for IPM/IPMPC customers.

Duties and responsibilities

Level 1 Understand R&D process from concept to commercialization Assist in the development of new products from concept to commercialization within cost and nutritional guidelines Improve current products with regard to both cost and quality Keep up-to-date knowledge on food trends and competitor analysis Set-up, Supervise & Support production trial runs & new product launches at various factory locations, at times assisting QA and production in troubleshooting issues Communicate with vendors and suppliers as needed, especially sourcing new ingredients, specifications, pricing and building relationships Be able to prepare samples in the Lab.

Decide what ingredients and level are required to create finished products that meet a customer’s need. Understand impact of different ingredients on finished product Organize and order ingredients needed to prepare customer samples. Duplicate formulas and make changes to existing formulas to meet target flavor profile.

Accurately document formulas, specifications, and operating procedures. Think critically about effects of formula changes on production ability. Prioritize development activities throughout the project.