Bakery R&D Product Innovator & Launch Lead

Cérélia North America; Whitehall (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Cérélia North America seeks an experienced R&D Product Developer to support development and commercialization of new products for retail and private label portfolios. You will work with R&D, Engineering, Operations, Quality, and Marketing to turn ideas into successful commercial launches, while developing project management skills for future leadership.

The role offers exposure to the complete innovation lifecycle from concept to first production, with opportunities to drive cost-saving and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Chemistry, Engineering, Project Management, or a related field.
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in food manufacturing, product development, or related functions.
• Experience in refrigerated foods, bakery, dough manufacturing, or related categories is preferred.
• Proven experience leading successful commercialization projects from concept through launch.
• Strong knowledge of food safety regulations, quality systems, and manufacturing operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage new product development projects from concept through commercialization.
• Develop prototypes, conduct laboratory evaluations, and organize pilot/plant trials.
• Lead ingredient evaluations, benchmarking, sensory analysis, and shelf-life studies.

Skills

Project coordination

Cross-functional teamwork

Food safety knowledge

Excel proficiency

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Food Science or related field

Tools

Genesis R&D/ERP experience

MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint)

Job description

Cérélia North America seeks an experienced R&D Product Developer to support development and commercialization of new products for retail and private label portfolios. You will work with R&D, Engineering, Operations, Quality, and Marketing to turn ideas into successful commercial launches, while developing project management skills for future leadership.

The role offers exposure to the complete innovation lifecycle from concept to first production, with opportunities to drive cost-saving and