PURPOSE

To develop new products and optimize existing products as identified by Marketing, Sales or Executives via the new product development (NPD) process.

DUTIES

• Develop new products and line extensions from benchtop to commercialization.
• Independently plan and execute tests, analyze tests results and effectively translate these into effective next steps that lead to project success.
• Identify technological capabilities of external parties and effectively leverage them internally.
• Work with on-line formulation database systems to create or adjust product formulations.
• Maintain accurate project files, formulations, specifications and project data.
• Organize product reviews/ cuttings and provide oral & written progress updates.
• Work with, and provide technical leadership to, cross-functional teams (Marketing, Sales, Business Development, Operations, Finance, Quality, etc.) on projects requiring R&D support.
• Continuously improve and update food/seafood science and product development skills through appropriate training and other learning activities.
• Other assignments as required.

REQUIREMENTS

• S. or M.S. in Food Science or related field at a minimum of 5 years of product development experience, preferably in the seafood industry.
• Strong scientific knowledge of seafood science principles as they relate to seafood processing, including non-seafood ingredients and their functionality.
• Strong understanding and practical knowledge of seafood product formulation principles and tools, including ingredient pairings.
• Ability to translate consumer and customer feedback and expectations into successful, cost-effective products.
• Strong experience in cost reducing existing product lines without compromising the customer experience.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, organizational and time management skills.
• Knowledge of FDA and USDA regulations as they relate to standards of identity, ingredients, nutrition labeling and label claims. CFIA experience a plus.
• Proficient in on-line work systems and product development software tools.
• Willingness to travel 25%; may occasionally need to travel more, depending on project needs.

Compensation and Benefits

The health, satisfaction and security of our team members and their families are important to us and an important part of reaching our organization’s goals. We offer a total rewards package that includes valuable competitive compensation and benefit plans. These programs reflect our commitment to attracting and retaining top talent. The compensation for this role includes a base salary and eligibility for an annual bonus based on company performance. All incentive plans are subject to change.

The pay range for this role is $85,000 – $90,000 annually.

*The compensation will be commensurate with the level of knowledge, education, skills, and experience applicable to the position.

We understand that each team member’s situation is unique, and so it is our intent to offer an overall benefits package that can be shaped and molded by each team member to fit their family’s needs. Our current benefits package, which is available to all full-time team members and their eligible dependents, includes:

• medical insurance
• dental insurance
• vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• HSA & FSA
• life insurance and disability insurance
• and other voluntary benefits

We also offer time-off benefits including:

• paid time-off
• sick-flex time
• 12 company paid holidays