R&D Director - Atlanta, GA
1 day ago
Job description
Director of R&D - Baked Goods
We are seeking a hands-on
Director of R&D
to lead the creation of exciting new baked goods and enhance existing favorites. In this role, you will drive product development from concept to production while ensuring quality, flavor, and cost-efficiency. You'll work closely with cross-functional teams to refine recipes, optimize processes, and bring innovative ideas to life in a commercial bakery setting.
Please note, that we are hiring this role for 2 locations with relocation assistance offered to support relocations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the development and formulation of new baked goods, ensuring products meet internal standards for taste, texture, and overall quality.
- Plan and execute small-scale and pilot plant trials to test product feasibility and scalability.
- Collaborate with production teams to troubleshoot challenges and ensure smooth scale-up to full production.
- Maintain detailed documentation for all products, including recipes, ingredient specifications, production instructions, and related records.
- Research ingredients and suppliers to identify high-quality materials that align with product goals.
- Conduct ingredient testing and quality evaluations to support product consistency.
- Partner with Quality Assurance, Purchasing, and Sales teams to align product initiatives and timelines.
- Provide regular updates to leadership and stakeholders on project progress, risks, and outcomes.
- Manage multiple product development projects simultaneously, ensuring deadlines and milestones are met.
- Apply project management tools and strategies to coordinate cross-functional activities.
- Perform other duties as required to support the bakery's innovation and production goals.
Qualifications:
- 7+ years of experience in commercial bakery product development.
- Strong understanding of baked goods formulation, processing, and production techniques.
- Degree in Food Science, Culinary Science, or related field preferred.
- Proven track record of taking bakery products from concept to market-ready solutions.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to lead teams.
- Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving and project management abilities.
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