Senior Food Product Innovator

King's Hawaiian; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

King's Hawaiian, located in Torrance, California, is seeking a Senior Product Developer to innovate and create new food products. In this role, you will collaborate closely with chefs and engineers, overseeing the development and commercialization of delicious new offerings.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in product development, especially in baking and cereal sciences, and will be expected to manage multiple projects. This position requires a Bachelor's degree and offers a competitive salary along with a potential bonus.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in R&D and new product development.
• Expert knowledge of baking and cereal sciences.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Develop and test product prototypes in collaboration with chefs.
• Manage scale up trials and ensure compliance with FDA and USDA.
• Collaborate with third-party manufacturers for commercialization.

Skills

Baking and cereal sciences

Product development

Project management

Collaboration with chefs

Education

Bachelor’s degree in food science or related field

Master of Science or PhD in Food Science

Tools

Food safety testing methods

Labeling compliance tools

Job description

King's Hawaiian, located in Torrance, California, is seeking a Senior Product Developer to innovate and create new food products. In this role, you will collaborate closely with chefs and engineers, overseeing the development and commercialization of delicious new offerings.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in product development, especially in baking and cereal sciences, and will be expected to manage multiple projects. This position requires a Bachelor's degree and offers a competitive salary along with a potential bonus.