Product Development Scientist (Term)

Richardson International; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agricultural firm located in Winnipeg is seeking a Product Development Scientist to drive innovation in food and ingredients. This role involves planning product projects, developing new food products, and collaborating with sales to resolve issues. Ideal candidates will have a degree in food science or a related field and 3-5 years of experience in food product innovation. A competitive salary and benefits package is offered, with applications due by January 9, 2026.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Pension plan

Flexible benefits plan

Training and career development opportunities

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of product innovation or quality assurance experience in the food industry.
• Excellent skills in presenting findings to stakeholders.
• Strong understanding of food production and processes.
• Knowledge of regulatory compliance and trends.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute product innovation projects.
• Develop and commercialize food products.
• Prepare and assess test formulations.
• Troubleshoot customer complaints.
• Present findings to sales and operations.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Adaptability

Education

Degree in food science, chemistry or biochemistry

Job description

At Richardson International, being truly invested is at the heart of everything we do. For over 165 years, Richardson has been dedicated to Canadian agriculture. Recognized as a global leader in agriculture and food processing, Richardson is one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies with over 3,500 employees across Canada, the U.S., the U.K., and Europe. At Richardson, we are committed to enhancing our facilities and services and investing in our people and our communities.

Working with Richardson opens the door to a world of possibility. We currently have an opportunity for a Product Development Scientist (Term) located at our Richardson Innovation Centre in downtown Winnipeg. This position is responsible for bringing new food and ingredients to the marketplace while providing technical support to sales and operations.

Responsibilities

• Plan, investigate and execute product innovation projects that support customer needs within the marketplace
• Develop and commercialize food products from product prototype and plant trials to commercialization of products
• Prepare and assess test formulations for new and enhanced products
• Assess, troubleshoot and resolve customer complaints and product line issues in collaboration with sales and operations
• Present new products and changes to sales, operations and customers
• Develop ingredient supplier packaging specifications in collaboration with sales and operations
• Oversee the collection of samples, analyze results and make recommendations for process improvements
• Interpret and adhere to regulatory and company policies and procedures
• Keep abreast of new trends in oats and canola-based products

Qualifications

• Degree in food science, chemistry or biochemistry supplemented with 3 – 5 years product innovation or quality assurance experience in the food industry
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to present findings to stakeholders
• Solid analytical and problem solving skills with the ability to adapt to changing priorities
• Strong understanding of food and ingredient production and processes to translate laboratory concepts to finished products
• Knowledge of regulatory compliance and trends with food and ingredients

Richardson International provides an excellent compensation package consisting of competitive salary, pension, a flexible benefits plan and training and career development opportunities.

Interested candidates should click the Apply icon to apply online by January 9, 2026.

Richardson International values diversity in the workplace. Women, Indigenous Peoples, Visible Minorities, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply and self-identify.