Product Development Manager

LeoForce; Mifflintown (Juniata County); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with match

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life

PTO & Holidays

Career growth

Cross-functional collaboration

Hybrid-Remote flexibility

Job summary

LeoForce in Mifflintown, PA is seeking a Product Development Manager to lead innovation and manage the full lifecycle of meat product development and commercialization.

You will collaborate with R&D, Marketing, and Operations; guide consumer research; and coordinate with co-manufacturers to deliver high-quality products. Hybrid-remote flexibility offered.

Qualifications

• BS/BA in Food Science, Food Technology, Chemistry, or related field.
• 7+ years of experience developing and commercializing meat products.
• Experience with kosher meat products preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Lead meat product development and commercialization initiatives.
• Manage full lifecycle of product development.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize processes.
• Support consumer research to guide decisions.
• Partner with leadership to drive brand value.
• Coordinate with co-manufacturers and external partners.
• Manage multiple projects with timelines and quality.

Skills

Cross-functional

Project management

Data analysis

Food safety

MS Office

Leadership

Education

BS/BA in Food Science, Food Technology, Chemistry

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Product Development Manager

Mifflintown,PA, US

Job Description

Experience: Manager

Salary: $95,000 - $120,000 per year

Job Details

Key Responsibilities and Duties

• Lead innovation and renovation product development initiatives across the product portfolio
• Manage full lifecycle of product development and commercialization activities
• Assist in new product concept development and innovation strategy
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve and optimize existing processes
• Support consumer research initiatives to guide product decisions
• Partner with leadership to drive long-term brand and company value
• Work with co-manufacturers and external partners as needed
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining timelines and quality standards
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Qualifications – Needed

• BS/BA in Food Science, Food Technology, Chemistry, or related field
• Minimum 7+ years of experience developing and commercializing meat products
• Experience in kosher meat products (preferred, not required)
• Strong background in experimental design, process development, and troubleshooting
• Experience with technical data analysis
• Knowledge of food safety regulations and quality assurance practices
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously
• Strong collaboration skills with cross-functional teams and external partners
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

A bit about us

Founded decades ago and based in Mifflintown, PA, with additional operations supporting a national food distribution footprint, we are a leading food manufacturing organization focused on delivering high-quality protein products to consumers. We specialize in innovation across our product portfolio, combining tradition with modern food science to bring new offerings to market while optimizing existing products. Our team is committed to excellence in food safety, product quality, and continuous innovation to drive long-term growth and brand value.

Why join us

• 401(k) with Generous Match
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
• Generous PTO & Paid Holidays
• Career Growth: Work with senior leadership on innovation strategy
• Collaborative Work Environment: Cross-functional exposure across R&D, Marketing, and Operations
• Hybrid-Remote Flexibility