Job Description
Position: R&D Project Manager Reports to: Director, InnovationWe are looking for an R&D Project Manager to join our Innovation team! The R&D Project Manager will be responsible for scaling processes from lab or pilot scale to commercial production.OpportunitiesIn this role, you will apply your technical knowledge of relevant equipment and food manufacturing processes to aid in designing and testing pilot or commercial-scale process lines at One Degree Organic Foods. You’ll channel your passion for innovation technology in finding and implementing solutions to design and construction challenges as well as research and recommend the best equipment for the application.Here is who you are…Drive & motivationYou want to join a family-owned company on a mission to build healthier communities.You have a passion for learning, innovation, food, and the latest trends in the industry.You have a curious mind and seek to understand problems & are driven to continuously improve yourself.You love solving challenges & are excited to build innovative solutions, drive execution & achieve results.Character & Abilities You are an explorer who thrives on building unique & cutting-edge food science and technology solutions.You are tenacious, adaptable, resourceful, results-oriented and a team player.You are a strategic thinker, exceptionally organized, detail oriented.You are able to coach and develop technologists to strengthen our capabilities & help the team grow.You are a clear and persuasive communicator, a relationship builder who works well with different personalities.You are able to critically think, execute and thrive under tight/short deadlines and constraints.Knowledge & skills You have an advanced understanding of Food and Processing Technology as well as the chemistry and engineering principles associated with specialized food manufacturing.You have proven project management skills, are results driven, and revel in bringing projects online and to completion.You have a strong practical knowledge of equipment and have an exceptional ability to learn new process technologies.You have an aptitude for solving technical challenges through research and industry connections.You understand the microbiological principles underlying food safety, and the requirements for compliance with BRC and other certifying agencies. You have the ability to develop SOPs and manuals and to provide the complete training for operations staff.You have excellent computer skills including MS Office Suite & Project management software, preferably Wrike.ExperienceYou have an educational background that will provide the technical knowledge needed for the job.You have at least 5 years’ experience in practical equipment and process design, construction, or manufacturing, or are a certified tradesperson.You have significant experience in project management, preferably in food manufacturing and equipment commissioning. things you will do…Under the leadership of the Director of Innovation, work with the stakeholders to develop all necessary plans for testing, scaling, installing, or upgrading equipment or process lines.Research and recommend, as needed, appropriate equipment.Work with and support the relevant directors or managers to hire and train technicians.Troubleshoot and find solutions for problems.Develop SOPs, manuals, and other needed training tools for commissioning equipment.Liaise with the Projects team in establishing project goals, priorities, and timelines.