Job description :
Your mission within the Research and Development team :
Under the supervision of the Quality and R&D Manager, the incumbent is responsible for managing food product innovation and development projects, from conception through to product launch.
Your responsibilities as Project Manager - Innovation and Development :
- Project management : Lead and coordinate product development initiatives, planning and executing all stages of the process through to launch and production, while respecting time and cost targets.
- Innovation : Design food products that meet quality standards, regulatory requirements and customer demands, while respecting product costs.
- Cross-functional collaboration : Work closely with the R&D, production and sales teams to ensure smooth integration of new products into the existing portfolio, in line with corporate objectives.
- Testing and analysis : Plan and carry out product and / or raw material tests, analyze the data obtained, interpret the results of sensory studies and market analyses to continually improve products and anticipate market trends.
- Documentation management : Ensure the drafting of technical reports, product specifications, compliance guides and maintain complete documentation of development processes in accordance with industry standards.
- Production support : Assist production with new products and production issues. Work on continuous product improvement, cost reduction and implementation of processes facilitating the production of products manufactured in the plant.
- Comply with industry GHP (Good Hygiene Practices) / GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices).
- Perform all other related tasks.
Come and meet new challenges and share your passion!
Skills and qualifications :
- DEC in process and food quality technology or university degree in food science or related field
- 5 years' experience in a similar position
- Knowledge of several types of products and processes
- Ability to work in a refrigerated environment
- Fluency in French (oral and written)
- Good knowledge of MS Office software
- Knowledge of Genesis (an asset)
- Knowledge of SAP (an asset)
Some additional assets :
- Strong project management skills with proven ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously
- Analytical and advanced problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively as part of a team
- In-depth knowledge of food industry regulations and food safety standards
- Orientation towards quality work / service
- Excellent management of priorities
- Autonomy
- Rigorous
30+ days ago