Job Description
Job Description
Are you a hardworking, motivated, self-starter with a strong desire to be part of a stable, supportive, fast paced team? We offer opportunities for a long-term career, with consistent hours and opportunity for growth.
What Ever Fresh Fruit Company offers!
- Monday through Friday schedule
- Dedicated Employee Development Team to assist with career growth
- Opportunities for advancement
- A leadership team that works alongside you for continued support
- Employee recognition programs
Ever Fresh Fruit Company offers employer paid :
MedicalDentalVisionShort-term disabilityLife insurance planVacation and sick time8 paid holidaysTuition reimbursementGenerous 401(k) matchAbout us!
We work closely with our customers to create unique flavor elements to ice cream bases and yogurt preps. Many of our ingredients end up in easily recognizable brands on the store shelf as we produce for both international corporations as well as smaller, local brands. Our Research and Development is done in-house so we get to witness the whole process from ideation to creation. We support regional trade organizations, source locally when appropriate and help to bring healthy food to people’s tables.
Product Development Supervisor
Department : Product Development
Location : Boring, Oregon
Status : Exempt
Reports To : Sr. Product Development Manager
Supervises : Product Development Technicians and Specialists
Employee Classification : Regular, Full-Time
Preferred Home Office : Oregon
Travel : 25–35% (customer visits, Sales / Marketing support, and support of the Warren, IN facility)
Job Summary
The Product Development Supervisor leads and coordinates daily product development activities from concept through commercialization. This role manages a team of product developers and technicians, ensuring projects meet customer expectations, regulatory requirements, and company quality standards. The supervisor collaborates with cross-functional partners—including Operations, Quality Assurance, Regulatory, and Marketing—to drive innovation, continuous improvement, and effective commercialization across the product portfolio.
Experience & Education
Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Chemistry, or related technical field preferred5+ years of product development experience in the food or beverage industry1–3 years of leadership or supervisory experience preferredKey Responsibilities
Oversee daily activities of the Product Development team, including workload management, project tracking, and staff development.Lead formulation and prototype development for new products, product improvements, and cost-optimization initiatives.Ensure formulations meet customer specifications, shelf-life expectations, and regulatory and food safety requirements.Partner with Operations and Quality to support scale-up, plant trials, and product commercialization.Manage communication and timelines between Product Development and Sales.Maintain organized and accurate documentation, including formulations, batch sheets, specifications, and project summaries.Evaluate ingredient functionality, processing parameters, and sensory performance to optimize quality and efficiency.Support pricing and feasibility assessments for new and reformulated products.Identify and implement process improvements within the product development function.Coach, mentor, and evaluate team members to support productivity and professional growth.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Strong understanding of food formulation, processing, and ingredient functionalityExcellent project management, organizational, and time-management skillsStrong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skillsKnowledge of FDA / USDA regulations, labeling requirements, and food safety standardsProficiency in Microsoft Office SuiteCollaborative, hands-on, and results-oriented work styleIntegrity, flexibility, and professional accountabilityStrong written and verbal communication skillsProduct knowledgeStrong problem-solving and critical-thinking abilitiesSelf-motivated and goal-drivenEffective time-management skillsWorking Conditions / Physical Requirements
Exposure to wet and / or humid environmentsExposure to loud noise, moving mechanical parts, high heat, electrical equipment, fumes, or airborne particlesAbility to work in environments containing allergens (nuts, milk, wheat, etc.)Ability to stand and walk for prolonged periodsFrequent talking, hearing, tasting, and smellingOccasional use of hands and fingersFrequent lifting / pushing / pulling / carrying up to 50 lbsVision requirements include close, distance, and color visionOther Duties
This job description is not intended to cover all duties, responsibilities, or activities that may be required. Additional tasks may be assigned as needed.