Director of Product Innovation

4 days ago

Brampton, Ontario, Canada Skjodt-Barrett Foods Full time
About Skjodt-Barrett Foods

We are a world-class manufacturer of food solutions and custom ingredients for North America's most beloved and trusted brands.

Our company was founded by a family over 35 years ago and is backed by the investment company Axel Johnson Inc (AJI). This partnership has enabled us to foster growth and explore new opportunities.

Job Description

We are seeking a Director of Research & Development, Food Processing to join our team. This is a hybrid role working 3+ days per week onsite at our cutting-edge facility in Brampton, Ontario.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide strategic direction, decision-making, and leadership for new product development, commercialization, and current product optimizations.
  • Lead cross-functional teams in the technical aspects of product development through the investigation, planning, execution, evaluation, and reporting phases.
  • Develop, implement, and monitor effective systems and procedures to manage multiple projects in the sales and innovation pipeline.
  • Guide the team in meeting operational standards for quality, cost, food safety, and sustainability.
  • Manage, teach, and mentor the product development team, identifying gaps in skills and working closely with individuals to build their strengths.
  • Lead the change management process to encourage adopting and engaging with new operating processes and best practices in product development.
Requirements
  • A background in Food Science and experience in the food processing industry, specifically in product design and development.
  • Experience in leading cross-functional teams, creating and implementing product development strategies, and overseeing the execution of multiple complex deliverables simultaneously.
  • Comfortable participating in trials and working in a high-speed manufacturing facility.
  • Familiarity with technical knowledge, such as D365 or SAP, to contribute to driving material demands and production planning and the importance of data integrity.
About Us

We strive to accelerate the adoption of sustainable packaging and food products to be a responsible partner for our customers and for the greater good.

We believe in open communication, idea sharing, and knowledge building. Our company is committed to building an inclusive culture that helps to create longevity, growth, and innovation in the food industry.

We offer comprehensive health, dental, paramedical, and long-term disability benefits. We aim for diversity, equality, accessibility, and inclusion in all of our operations and interactions.

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