Product Developer

Who We Are

At Nature's Touch, you're not just building a career - you're joining a trailblazing team that believes in the power of collaboration, diversity, and continuous learning.

Since 2004, we've grown from a small startup into a global leader in private-label frozen food manufacturing. From our roots in Quebec, we've expanded across North America with state-of-the-art facilities and a growing presence in Australia, Taiwan, and Japan - proudly supplying millions of households worldwide.

What drives us is simple: a commitment to quality, innovation, and sustainability. We're shaping the future of frozen fruit - and we'd love for you to be part of that journey. At Nature's Touch, growth opportunities are everywhere.

The Opportunity

Reporting to the Director of Innovation, you'll join our Innovation & Sustainability team as a Product Developer, turning creative ideas into real, market-ready products. From lab testing and validation to industrialization and CAPEX projects, you'll collaborate closely with Operations and Quality to bring innovative, sustainable solutions to life.

If you're autonomous, collaborative, and driven by curiosity and impact, this is your chance to help shape the future of how we create at Nature's Touch.

What You'll Do

Innovation

• Stay ahead of market trends and benchmarks to identify and propose new product opportunities.
• Collaborate with suppliers on product innovations and partnership initiatives.
• Contribute to the development of core and transformative innovation roadmaps, including briefs and concept decks.
• Lead feasibility studies for new concepts, managing all aspects of execution from idea to validation.
• Analyze data and consumer insights to support new product development decisions.
• Participate in concept validation and help define strategic innovation directions.

Product Development

• Identify and develop strategic opportunities within existing and emerging product categories.
• Build in-depth technical expertise on both new and established products.
• Serve as the technical reference for developed products across departments.
• Formulate and test prototypes and recipes for internal stakeholders and customers.
• Conduct physico-chemical analyses and oversee internal and external product trials.
• Represent the voice of the customer throughout the development process.
• Actively participate in production trials and first industrial runs to ensure product readiness.
• Collaborate closely with Operations, Quality, and Production to ensure smooth technical transfer and alignment.
• Stay informed on relevant laws, regulations, and certifications affecting product compliance.
• Adhere to and promote company food safety and environmental programs (HACCP, SQF, Organic, Kosher, Non-GMO, etc.).
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Industrialization & CAPEX Leadership

• Develop and optimize control processes, standard operating procedures, and technical tools.
• Partner with Operations, Quality, and Production teams to ensure seamless technical transfer.
• Collaborate with Engineering and Operations to define, plan, and deliver industrial capabilities and CAPEX projects.
• Drive scalability and manufacturability of new products through robust industrialization processes.

What You Bring

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Engineering, Innovation Management, or a related field.
• 5-8 years of R&D experience in food and beverage manufacturing.
• Experience in the chocolate or confectionery industry is a strong asset.

Technical Knowledge

• Demonstrated experience in product development, project management, and industrialization (including CAPEX projects).
• Solid understanding of GMP standards, food safety regulations, and compliance programs.
• Experience using TraceGains or similar specification and formula management platforms.

Skills & Competencies

• Collaborative mindset with strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Highly organized, autonomous, and capable of managing multiple projects and priorities.
• Entrepreneurial thinker with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Adaptable to change, ambiguity, and fast-paced environments.

What to Expect

• Participation in sensory evaluations and product tastings - must be comfortable tasting a variety of foods and free from related allergies.
• Hybrid environment including office, lab, and pilot-plant settings.
• Hands-on involvement in testing, validation, and product scale-up.
• Fast-paced, evolving environment with multiple priorities.
• Occasional travel (up to 25%) across Canada, the U.S., Mexico, and Europe.
• May involve cold or controlled environments, dry ice handling, and light lifting (up to 30 lbs).

Why Join Us

• Join a growing global company where innovation and collaboration drive everything we do.
• Work with people who are hands-on, curious, and passionate about what they create.
• See your ideas come to life - from the lab to large-scale production.
• Be part of a supportive environment where learning and teamwork matter as much as results.
• Contribute to products that make healthy, sustainable food accessible to millions.