Product Developer - Food Industry

IKON Complete Inc,; Toronto; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the food manufacturing sector is seeking a Product Developer to lead product formulation and commercialization efforts. The successful candidate will have significant experience in product development and a strong background in food science. This role offers an opportunity to innovate within a dynamic team and make an impact on new product launches, ensuring compliance with industry standards.

Qualifications

• 3 – 5 years related Product Development experience in a food manufacturing.
• Experience in an R&D/Product development role in the baked goods industry.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements and food safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Formulate new products from concept through commercialization.
• Conduct testing to validate product design and functionality.
• Stay updated with Canadian and US nutrition and labeling laws.

Skills

Communication

Product Development

Regulatory Knowledge

Microsoft Office

Education

Post-secondary education in Food Science or related field

Job description

IKON Complete Inc. is a Recruitment & Search Firm specializing in identifying, & sourcing top performers for our clientele. Our clients include industry leading organizations who partner with us to be an extension of their HR & Recruitment function.

Position: Product Developer

Location: Toronto, ON

Salary: TBD

Industry: Manufacturing / Food / R&D / Product Developer

Employment Term: Fulltime / Permanent

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Formulate new products (concept, formulate, sourcing ingredients, prototyping, plant trials and full-scale commercialization).
• Coordinate samples and conducting testing to validate product design and functionality.
• Stay up to date with Canadian and US nutrition and labelling laws.
• Monitor the performance post-launch and existing product performance.
• Maintain accurate records of the development process.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Post-secondary education in Food Science or a related field.
• 3 – 5 years related Product Development experience in a food manufacturing .
• Experience in an R&D/Product development role in the baked goods industry.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements and food safety standards.
• Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Notes: We thank all candidates for their time. Please be advised, once the profile is reviewed by our talent team, only those selected to proceed will be contacted to discuss next steps. All applicants must be legally eligible to work in Canada at the time of hire.

IKON Complete Inc. is committed to providing accessibility to qualified candidates with disabilities. Requests for accommodation can be made at any time at ikoncomplete.com/accessibility-policy-aoda/