R & D Manager

Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Title:

Department:

Research and Development Manager

Administration

Backup:

VP of Operations, Special Projects

Works With:

, Controller/Staff accountant, Human Resources, R&D Manager, Production Manager, QA Manager, Warehouse Manager, Purchasing Manager, Special Projects Manager

Role:

The Research and Development Manager will oversee all of the aspects of new projects, they will coordinate, plan and manage the implementation of new products into production. They will collaborate with Sales, Production, QA and Special projects to ensure that product roll outs meet all Food Safety and Quality requirements and can be efficiently produced for maximum company profits.

Key Performance Elements/Responsibilities

• Responsible for enforcing company rules and regulations per the Handbook guidelines.
• Responsible for the development, management and monitoring of all aspects of the product development and implementation function including but not limited to determining product specifications, production costs, and production through put efficiency.
• Responsible for the supervision, development, and motivation of hourly team members.
• Responsible for training the team members on the critical points of the food safety system
• Responsible for insuring the quality, food safety and consistency of all NF&B foods products
• Responsible for maintaining all safety related initiatives including, but not limited to, safety programs and incentives
• Must be capable of learning and using with a high skill level the Accounting and Manufacturing systems used by NF&B, in addition to Label View Label program.
• Maintain Key Performance Indicators for the operations to help meet production specifications and product standards, as well as reduce overall cost, maximize productivity and profitability
• Responsible for the food safety of all samples produced by National Food and Beverage
• Responsible for the development of new products and the enhancement of existing products as determined by the VP of Operations
• Responsible for prioritizing with the VP of Operations new product development to conform with the needs of National Food and Beverage and our customers.
• Responsible for calibration of existing products through scheduled review cuttings with Quality Manager, Production Manager, and VP of Operations.
• Responsible for overall management, training and development of all R&D staff
• Responsible for all product research & development related communications with outside customers in conjunction with the Sales Manager of the account.
• Responsible for sample production, testing, shelf life and retention of new products
• Responsible for maintaining all development related documentation and records
• Responsible for compliance with, and maintenance of, all customer specification requirements
• Responsible for effective interaction with other internal management
• Responsible for creating the formulation and nutritional facts of new products and the enhancement of existing products
• Responsible for determining, recording and notifying the purchasing manager of the best ingredient
• Responsible of creating and maintaining all recipes of new and current products, documenting the necessary changes made into the Manufacturing Data base.
• Responsible for maintaining certification & knowledge and training of Quality Management System.
• Responsible for maintaining knowledge of processing capabilities currently in National Food and Beverage Facility as well as all potential new equipment capabilities.
• Responsible for informing and reporting to senior management of scientific and technical developments

Demonstrates and brings to life the following cultural beliefs:

• Feedback’s Priceless

Sees more through other’s feedback.

• Own it

Owns, drives, and achieves desired results.

• Win Together

Works across boundaries to achieve results.

• Trust Matters

Acts in a manner that cultivates trust in others.

• Thinking Forward

Thinks and acts in a manner that achieves balanced results.

Education/Training:

• Bachelor degree in Biology, Food Science, or equivalent from an accredited University.

Experience:

• 5+ years of experience within a Manufacturing Facility…