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Director of R&D

1 month ago


Alsip, United States Zing Recruiting Full time
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionAn exciting opportunity for a skilled R&D Protein Director to join a Leading a food development company located in Alsip, IL. The R&D Leads R&D implementation of technical experience, formula security, laboratory equipment, process, and talent management programs to support the Protein Processor Segment and Protein product category business strategy within retail.
Ideal Candidate Profile:
  • MS in Food Science, Meat Science, Food Chemistry or related degree.
  • 10+ years of Research and Development experience within the meat industry.
  • Experience with retail or foodservice manufacturer.
  • Strong leadership qualities.
  • Demonstrated exceptional project management skills/experience
  • Ability to travel up to 25%
Essential Duties:
  • Leads the team for the development and execution of strategies.
  • Support the implementation of innovative technologies.
  • Implement talent management program in the Protein R&D teams.
  • Communicates progress of all products under development. Leverages methods and procedures for monitoring project success, such as metrics, resource investment and expenditures, research findings, progress reports, and staff conferences.
  • Collaborates cross functionally with Sales, Marketing, Sensory, and Culinary peers to assign, manage, and prioritize projects & accounts.
  • Identifies and supports implementation of Innovation technologies that support the long-term strategy of the organization.
  • Establishes goals, appraises performance, recommends training, and provides input into final review for all direct reports. Coaches staff on job performance and career planning.
  • Leads production of safe and regulatory compliant food products. USDA understanding is necessary; export experience is an advantage.
Target Salary: $175-$185K
If you are looking for an outstanding company culture apply today. All Qualified applicants will be contacted within 48 hours of resume review.
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