Product Developer at Sunrise Farms

Cambridge, Ontario, Canada

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Food Production, Food ManufacturingIndustries

Requirements

Post-secondary education in Food Science, Science, Engineering, Culinary or a related field
Minimum 5 years’ experience in a R&D/Product Development role in the food industry
Meat industry experience preferred
Must work closely with Management, Sales, Production, and Quality teams
High proficiency in Word, Excel, and Outlook as well as label software and GENESIS
Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
Self-starter who is very passionate about product development
Creative and flexible to learn and bring on new ideas
Commitment to quality and continuous improvement in all aspects of the business
Detail-oriented with analytical mindset
Excellent organizational, time management and problem-solving skills
Project Management skills
Ability to work with minimal supervision
Willing to upgrade and/or maintain skill level and knowledge by attending seminars, training sessions, symposiums, batter/breading school, etc
Keeps abreast of upcoming changes in the food manufacturing market by reading sector magazines, internet updates on government legislation, etc
A background in food science, culinary or relevant food production experience

Responsibilities

Development of new products to meet customer needs from conceptualization to finished product launch
Coordination of all technical information
Maintenance of all technical data in an organized and easily accessible manner
Work alongside the Sales department to provide documentation, data and samples of product as required
Monitors new products and competitive trends
Ensure all projects are compliant with internal policies, governmental regulatory policies and laws as well as customer specifications and expectations
Responsible for interpretation and application of relevant regulations/policies/guidelines (e.g. Food and Drug Regulations, Guide to Food Labelling and Advertising, NHP regulations, Processed Products regulations, Advertising Standards of Canada code, etc.) to support business and compliance goals
Creation of product formulations and specifications
Development of label copy documents such as ingredient lists, nutrient content claims, health claims, etc
Creation of cooking instructions that result in the best possible eating experience of the product
Provide advice and counsel to Sales, Operations, and Purchasing on the regulatory facts, challenges and opportunities for any new formulation or changes
Assist in conducting product evaluations of competitive products and all current project samples as each project progresses toward launch
Maintenance of PD areas in clean and safe conditions at all times
Other related duties as assigned
Leading new product development, re-development of existing products and optimization of processes through all development stages from concept to launch

Skills

food science

product development

process optimization

regulatory compliance

labeling

formulation

specifications

quality assurance

technical documentation

Sunrise Farms

Poultry and meat products provider in Canada

About Sunrise Farms

Sunrise Farms is a notable employer in the poultry and meat production industry, with a dedication to utilizing modern processing technologies and sustainable sourcing from Canadian farmers. As a vertically integrated company, it manages everything from hatchery operations to international distribution, ensuring quality and efficiency in delivering fresh and frozen products. The company's commitment to innovation in processing and the comprehensive care in handling every step of production make it a promising place for career development and contribution to a sustainable food solution.

Surrey, BC, CanadaHeadquarters

1983Year Founded

VENTURE_UNKNOWNCompany Stage

Food & Agriculture, Consumer GoodsIndustries

51-200Employees