Key Responsibilities
Product Development & Research:
•Conduct research and development (R&D) for new product formulations, line extensions, and process improvements.
•Experiment with ingredient functionality, flavor profiles, textures, and stability to achieve desired product characteristics.
•Maintain accurate records of formulations, processing parameters, and sensory evaluations.
•Evaluate and approve raw materials and new ingredient suppliers based on quality, performance, and compliance standards.
•Liaising with relevant stakeholders to address concerns about food quality and safety.
•Utilizing advanced formulation software to create and maintain formulations.
•Playing a pivotal role in bringing new products to life, from conceptualization to successful launch.
•Coordinating the arrangement and shipment of sales samples.
•Updating product information sheets and labels for effective sales presentation.
•Accurately recording, analyzing, and summarizing research data for informed decision-making.
•Collaborating with independent laboratories for comprehensive testing.
•Maintaining the MRP system by keeping it up to date and accurate.
•Ensuring strict compliance with GMP and other safety regulations.
•Performing any additional duties assigned by the supervisor.
Product Tasting & Evaluation:
•Taste and evaluate all products during development and production for flavor accuracy, consistency, texture, and appearance.
•Lead sensory panels and coordinate tasting sessions with internal staff and customers as needed.
•Document results and recommend adjustments to formulations or processes based on sensory and analytical data.
Analytical Testing & Data Review:
•Prepare, perform, and review all analytical testing and quality data, including but not limited too, pH, Brix, viscosity, color, moisture, and microbiological analysis.
•Ensure testing equipment is properly calibrated and maintained for accuracy and reliability.
•Analyze test results to identify trends or deviations and recommend corrective actions when necessary.
•Prepare technical reports summarizing findings for management and customer review.
Customer Collaboration:
•Work one-on-one with customers to establish and refine recipe standards that align with their brand and quality expectations.
•Translate customer requirements into production-ready formulas while ensuring cost efficiency and manufacturability.
•Participate in customer tastings, product trials, and formulation meetings to ensure satisfaction and consistency.
Cross-Department Coordination:
•Collaborate closely with the Customer Success Department to address customer feedback, troubleshoot issues, and develop improvement plans.
•Partner with Cook Room and Bottle Room Associates to ensure recipes are prepared, cooked, and packaged according to approved standards.
•Provide technical guidance to production staff during scale-up, batching, and process trials.
•Assist the Quality Assurance team in developing and implementing product specifications, SOPs, and regulatory documentation.
Regulatory & Documentation:
•Ensure all product formulations and processes comply with FDA, SQF, GMP and other company compliance regulations, as well as applicable food safety regulations.
•Maintain up-to-date records of all formulations, test results, and production data in accordance with company documentation standards.
•Support the preparation of product labels, ingredient statements, and nutritional facts panels.
