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Product Development Manager

Product Development Manager

AstrixLos Angeles County, CA, US
2 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

A growing company is seeking a critical-thinking, autonomous R&D Product Development Manager with a continuous improvement mindset. The role offers a positive work environment, competitive salary, stability, and growth potential.

Title : Product Development Manager

Location : San Fernando, California

Pay rate : $45-$56 / hour (possible flexibility)

Contract : 6 months to hire

Key Responsibilities :

  • Manage and oversee all product development projects, including new and existing products using current or new raw materials.
  • Develop Juice Concentrates, Flavors-Based, and Beverage Base products according to customer or in-house requirements with minimal supervision.
  • Supervise, mentor, and support R&D Product Development Chemists and Lab Technicians.
  • Evaluate project feasibility considering production capacity, technology, and equipment limitations.
  • Perform cost analysis and recommend selling prices for all department work.
  • Review and approve Master Formulas, compounding instructions, and product specification sheets.
  • Collaborate with customers’ technical staff to understand and meet product development requirements.
  • Ensure all developed products comply with Safe Quality Food (SQF) standards.
  • Provide technical support to customers and sales staff, including on-site assistance for first-time productions and troubleshooting.
  • Monitor new product transitions from lab to production to ensure quality standards.
  • Lead special projects and other duties as assigned.

Qualifications :

  • Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Technology, Nutrition, or related field.
  • Minimum 4 years of supervisory or management experience, including some formal training.
  • Strong taste and aroma acuity.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and comfortable with algebra-level math.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
  • Ability to travel and report to company facilities as needed; primarily based at the main facility.
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