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Product Development SupervisorEver Fresh Fruit Co • Boring, OR, US
Product Development Supervisor

Product Development Supervisor

Ever Fresh Fruit Co • Boring, OR, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

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 :

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Short-term disability
  • Life insurance plan
  • Vacation and sick time
  • 9 paid holidays
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Generous 401(k) match
  • About 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 preferred
  • 5+ years of product development experience in the food or beverage industry
  • 1–3 years of leadership or supervisory experience preferred
  • Key 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 functionality
  • Excellent project management, organizational, and time-management skills
  • Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
  • Knowledge of FDA / USDA regulations, labeling requirements, and food safety standards
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
  • Collaborative, hands-on, and results-oriented work style
  • Integrity, flexibility, and professional accountability
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Product knowledge
  • Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities
  • Self-motivated and goal-driven
  • Effective time-management skills
  • Working Conditions / Physical Requirements

  • Exposure to wet and / or humid environments
  • Exposure to loud noise, moving mechanical parts, high heat, electrical equipment, fumes, or airborne particles
  • Ability to work in environments containing allergens (nuts, milk, wheat, etc.)
  • Ability to stand and walk for prolonged periods
  • Frequent talking, hearing, tasting, and smelling
  • Occasional use of hands and fingers
  • Frequent lifting / pushing / pulling / carrying up to 50 lbs
  • Vision requirements include close, distance, and color vision
  • Other 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.

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