Job Description

Assists in keeping Nature's Path on the leading edge of new product development by:

Participate in all product development projects from concept to market launch. Research new and current raw materials and applications. Develop product prototypes for presentation to management and marketing. Organize and participate in project presentations to brand management. Supports plant trials and new product launches. Designs, plans, and executes experiments. Interprets experimental results and implements next steps. Keeps informed on current developments in the food industry, new technologies, and innovative ingredients. Manages projects, ensuring timely completion of project objectives in a fast-paced environment.

Ensures consistent operational standards for quality, cost, lean manufacturing, food safety and sustainability by:

Improves existing products by optimizing product attributes (cost, nutritional profiles, and ingredient statements) Assists in cost containment and quality standards of ingredients by researching vendors and options. Creates new product run documentation and costing, including processing parameters, ingredient specifications, cost, nutritional information, and disposition of final product. Participates in ongoing product shelf-life testing of all new and revised products. Facilitates the submissions for third party lab testing as per protocol. Enters and tracks nutritional information using Genesis to assure accuracy of nutritional facts for new and existing products. Ensures ongoing compliance with current packaging requirements and regulatory updates.

Preferred education and experience:

Bachelor's degree in Food Science, or related degree, with relevant food science experience. 2 to 4 years of R&D experience - (product development and commercialization, quality, processing and/or manufacturing). Baking, and/or snack manufacturing experience preferred. Strong team-oriented mindset with the ability to work independently, manage ambiguity, and adapt to rapidly changing priorities.

Notes:

This role is 4 days in the Lab (and one day working from home) and based in Richmond, BC. * Depending on experience, this opportunity will pay between $70,000 - $75,000 with a 10% bonus + amazing benefits.