Technical Project Coordinator

ofi North America (Olam Food Ingredients); Bayonne (NJ); On-site; USD 76,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation time from Day 1

Paid Sick Leave

Company Paid Holidays

401K Match on Day 1

Career Growth & Learning

Job summary

ofi North America (Olam Food Ingredients) in Bayonne, NJ is seeking a Technical Project Coordinator to join the Commercialization team. You will work in the lab, take measurements to inform finished specs, coordinate production filling trials, and manage samples for sales and stakeholders.

The role requires 2+ years in food science or product development, a Bachelor's in a related field, strong organizational and communication skills, and the ability to drive projects on schedule while ensuring

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Quality, Operations, or a related field.
• 2+ years of experience in a food science, product development, quality, or production role.
• Solid understanding of food product development processes, including formulation, sensory evaluation, and QA.
• Excellent communication skills, written and verbal, for cross-functional teams.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Innovation team to translate formulas into finished product specs by taking key measurements (e.g., net weight).
• Translate lab findings into clear finished product specifications aligned with quality and regulatory standards.
• Evaluate packaging solutions for spices considering bulk density and other factors.
• Plan and coordinate trials with plant and production teams, testing bottle fill recommendations.
• Own end-to-end sample requests; manage intake, processing, and communication of sample status.
• Organize laboratory sample storage with an inventory tracking system.
• Develop and manage a product library for Sales and cross-functional teams.
• Manage end-to-end bid processes to ensure on-time delivery of cross-functional steps.
• Enter SKU details in customer-owned portals with cross-functional collaboration.
• Maintain focus on task management to meet project timelines and milestones.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Strong organizational skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Quality, Operations, or a related field

Job description

Description

Technical Project Coordinator

Job Description

Job Title: Technical Project Coordinator

Location: Bayonne, NJ

Department: Commercialization

FLSA Status: Exempt

Experience: 2+ years of experience

Safety Sensitive: No

We are a global leader in food & beverage ingredients. Pioneers at heart, we operate at the forefront of consumer trends to provide food & beverage manufacturers with products and ingredients that will delight their consumers. Making a positive impact on people and planet is all part of the delight. With a deep-rooted presence in the countries where our ingredients are grown, we are closer to farmers, enabling better quality, and more reliable, traceable and transparent supply. Supplying products and ingredients at scale is just the start. We add value through our unique, complementary portfolio of natural, delicious and nutritious products. With our fresh thinking, we help our customers unleash the sensory and functional attributes of cocoa, coffee, dairy, nuts and spices so they can create naturally good food & beverage products that meet consumer expectations. And whoever we’re with, whatever we’re doing, we always make it real.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Director of Commercialization – Private Label Spices, the Technical Project Coordinator will play a crucial role in our Commercialization team working to develop and deliver high‑quality products that meet both technical and customer requirements. This role will primarily be lab‑based with responsibility for taking measurements to inform finished specs, coordinating production filling trials, and coordinating samples for sales and other stakeholders.

Position Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Innovation team to take developed formulas and identify the finished goods specs within the designated container by taking key measurements (e.g. net weight)
• Translate lab findings into clear and accurate finished product specifications, ensuring alignment with quality, regulatory, and customer standards.
• Evaluate and recommend appropriate packaging solutions for various types of spices, considering factors such as bulk density.
• Collaborate with the Innovation team to plan and coordinate trials with the plant and production teams, testing bottle fill recommendations.
• Owner of end‑to‑end sample request process. Manage intake process, process samples, and communicate sample status.
• Organize and maintain laboratory sample storage by developing and implementing an inventory tracking system.
• Develop and manage 'product library' to ensure Sales team has clear understanding of current portfolio and cross‑functional team members are clear on which raw materials and packaging to commercialize.
• Manage end‑to‑end bid process to ensure on‑time delivery of each cross‑functional step.
• Manage entry of SKU specific details in customer‑owned portals in collaboration with cross‑functional teams.
• Maintain a strong focus on task management to meet project timelines and milestones.

Position Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Quality, Operations, or a related field.
• 1-2 years of relevant experience in a food science, product development, quality, or production, preferably in the food industry.
• Solid understanding of food product development processes, including formulation, sensory evaluation, and quality assurance.
• Strong organizational and task management skills to handle multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines effectively.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, to convey technical information clearly to cross‑functional teams.
• Ability to collaborate and work well in a team environment, building relationships with colleagues from various departments.
• Proficiency in using laboratory equipment and tools for food product testing and evaluation.
• Detail‑oriented mindset with a dedication to precision in documentation and reporting.
• Problem‑solving skills and adaptability to address challenges and changes in project requirements.

ofi provides employees with a comprehensive & competitive benefits package that is designed to support your career, health, and future. A Rewarding Career Awaits!

The pay for this role ranges from $76,000 - $91,000 annually and is based on the position responsibilities and geographic location. Actual pay within this range may be determined based on the candidate's experience, qualifications, and/or other determining factors.

Performance-based Bonuses

Discretionary bonus rewarding company performance as well as your contributions and impact, for eligible roles.

Comprehensive & Affordable Benefits:

Coverage for you (and your eligible dependents) with plans designed for peace of mind and savings for the future.

A Culture of Well-being:

Paid Volunteer time off, access to events, resources, and learning opportunities that inspire a physical, social, emotional, and financial well‑being for you and your family.

Family Support:

Paid parental leave, Fertility benefits and lactation support, including milk shipping for traveling employees.

Additional Perks That Make a Difference

• Vacation time from Day 1 – Your time off starts accruing immediately, growing with your tenure.
• Paid Sick Leave - Rest, recover, and return strong – with paid sick leave on ofi.
• Company Paid Holidays - ofi values work‑life balance and the importance of celebrating life’s special moments.
• 401K Match on Day 1 - Invest in your future with our competitive retirement savings program.
• Career Growth & Learning – Join a company committed to developing talent, fostering innovation, and creating meaningful opportunities.

At ofi, we don’t just offer jobs—we provide careers built on impact, inclusion, and innovation. Come grow with us!

Note: This job description is not intended to be all‑inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

ofi provides equality of opportunity for all persons with respect to hiring without discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, veteran status, or sexual orientation. All employment will be decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us for support at: [email protected] opens an email client application

At ofi, we celebrate our diversity. Olam Americas Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.