Donut Time is looking for an R&D Specialist to assist in the improvement of current products and formulation as well as develop and launch new items for current and future customers. The successful candidate will need to have a strong passion for baking and baked goods, is able to multitask effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, and perform duties in a manner that maximizes profits. Top applicants are dedicated, competent, and have strong leadership skills. Job Duties and Responsibilites: - Assist in the development and coordination of multiple product development projects, from ideation through formulation, to development for commercial manufacturing. - To adhere to established priorities for multiple product development projects, as identified by product development leads. - Sourcing and testing of base components to assure quality standards are met, including managing raw material and finished product testing. - Evaluate finished products for compliance with specifications (e.g. GFSI, IFS, and PACSecure); investigate/resolve quality issues by working with internal employees and external suppliers to achieve compliance with product specifications - Working closely with operations and QA to proactively assess manufacturing and food safety requirements. Assist in co-manufacturer and supplier food safety and quality audits when necessary. - Liaise with company personnel and clients, on technical matters relative to food development projects. - Maintain comprehensive and detailed records of all above activity. - Arrange and ship samples for customers. - Solve and mediate Customer Service issues. - Handle product development to prepare R&D Lab trial samples for customers\xe2\x80\x99 evaluation and approval for new projects. - Issue Project Request Form for starting / implementing the approved new projects. - Maintain daily forms and logs for Scientific Research and Experimental Development (SHRED) tax incentive program to encourage R&D. -Build a tracker for expected return through the SHRED Program. -Submit annual reports to the SHRED Canada program in order to officially receive the reported expected return. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Salary: $65,000.00-$85,000.00 per year Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Life insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift

Education:

• Bachelor\'s Degree (preferred)

Work Location: In person