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Research & Development Specialist (Contract)

Mississauga, ON
Job ID 202552

Company Description

Our client is widely recognized as North America’s leading food ingredient supplier, known for taking a product from inception through to development, manufacturing, packaging and distribution. They are looking to fill a critical role within their Research & Development area with a 6 month contract position.

Compensation

Competitive compensation is on offer, commensurate with a contract position.

The Opportunity

This is a great opportunity for an R&D professional who is open to a contract position (6 months) and endeavours to join an industry leader. In this important function, you will both learn from, AND help the best in your craft. If you have a university Degree (B.Sc. – Food Science or equivalent, along with 1-2 years of product development experience in the food industry, you ought excel in this important position while gaining invaluable insights into this evergreen profession.

Position Description

As part of the R&D Team, you will bring your knowledge in completing the R&D process of formulation and development of new products from the concept stage to prototype and full-scale production. You will have experience with ingredient matches and modifications for existing products and will be part of the Business Team Unit providing support to other areas as required.

The successful candidate selected for this position will have previous experience preparing and presenting relevant concepts to customers featuring manufacturer or distributed products.

Ensuring compliance with all health and safety regulations, GMP’s and HACCP requirements is core to this important position.

Your experience and knowledge with production, marketing, QA/QC in monitoring performances of new products during post-launch activities in New Product Process means that you are able to troubleshoot and make recommendation for ingredients and you are comfortable with customer visits when necessary.

As a R&D Specialist, you will participate in marketing activities and you will support product improvement initiatives for improving the quality, nutritional value, colour, flavor, texture and convenience.

Experience

A minimum 1 year of experience in a Research & Development role, ideally in the food and beverage industry.

 

Qualifications

  • Strong follow-up, problem solving and decision-making skills
  • Excellent communication (verbal/written) skills
  • Excellent computer skills (MS Word, Outlook, Excel) formulation software programs and CRM experience
  • Post-Secondary education in Food Science an asset

Education

Post-Secondary education in Food Science and/or related field

Additional Information

Date Posted: May 19, 2023
Job Type: Contract (6 Months)
Industries: Food and Beverage
Job Categories: Manufacturing/Production/Operations
Manages Others: No
Required Travel: No
Relocation Assistance: No
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Learn More About the Recruiter

Leslie Pittman

Leslie has a passion for exceeding internal and external client expectations, on a consistent basis. Her clients’ needs could range from permanent staffing to temporary contract staffing. No stone will be unturned to meet order fulfillment. With a vast knowledge of contract and project based positions, she can deliver numerous types of strategic staffing solutions within any sector of your organization.

How to Apply

Please click on the “Apply” button located elsewhere on this job posting (preferred) or email your resume to:
lpittman@stoakley.com

Existing Vacancy

This is a critical role within the organization and, following the recruitment and selection process, the selected candidate should expect to receive an offer promptly.

Use of Artificial Intelligence

We do NOT use artificial intelligence to screen, rank, or select candidates. The merits of every single application will be judged by a human. AI may be used to craft correspondence or write a job posting, but never in the decision-making as to candidate suitability.

About Stoakley-Stewart Consultants

Stoakley-Stewart Consultants Ltd. is an Executive Search/Recruiting Firm with an impressive domestic presence and strong international reach. We opened our doors in 1977 and have grown to be one of the most successful employment agencies in Canada. We house a team of top-notch consultants, each acting as a subject matter expert in their chosen field. As a result, we provide professional recruiting services to clients and candidates in a variety of industries. This expansive breadth of experience allows us, as a firm, to satisfy all of your hiring/employment needs.

Stoakley-Stewart Consultants Ltd. is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment experience. We consider all qualified individuals for client introduction and employment opportunities without regard to characteristics protected by applicable human rights legislation.

Accommodations are available upon request for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment, assessment, and selection process. If you require accommodation, please advise your Stoakley-Stewart recruitment consultant and we will work with you to meet your individual accessibility needs.

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