Research & Development Manager
Company: Chobani
Location: Twin Falls
Posted on: March 15, 2023
Job Description:
SummaryThe Research and DevelopmentManager will work with a team
of scientists and developers to create new products and expand on
existing categories, managing the project from concept to
commercialization.This role has a responsibility for ensuring both
food safety and quality of Chobani product.Responsibilities
- Ownership of product platform and management of product
development plans and strategies from concept development through
initial production launch to ensure that projects are successfully
completed
- Manage projects developing new and existing products from
conceptualization to commercialization - this includes budget and
project timelines.
- Communicate project requirements and recommendations as well as
status to internal customers and external vendors.
- Lead, assist, and work directly with plant processing and
production personnel to ensure trial runs and start-up operations
are properly performed.
- Support the development, maintenance and ongoing improvement of
an efficient and effective product development process, project
management tools and techniques, and related documents
- Proactively manage changes in scope, identify potential crises,
and devise contingency plans
- Lead by example and provide a hands-on approach in order to
develop team members and meet project objectives
- Communicate effectively, cross-functionally and across diverse
levels within and outside the organization
- Follow Chobani's safety procedures and Good Manufacturing
PracticesRequirements
- Master's in Food Technology or Food Chemistry preferred, or
equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
- 5+ years of food industry experience required, dairy/cereal/ice
cream background is preferred
- Familiarity with Lean product development, basic research tools
and statistical analysis.
- Solid business and scientific technical acumen; versatile team
player that is comfortable under pressure
- Strong analytical, problem solving, critical thinking,
organizational, and financial planning skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Organized, results-oriented, and strategic thinker
- Prioritize and balance multiple projects and priorities
- Firm understanding of product and process development
- Excellent interpersonal and presentation skills, including
ability to present persuasively to all levels of management, both
internally and externally
- Team player with the ability to inspire and be inspired by many
different types of people and roles
- Domestic and international travelAbout UsChobani is a food
maker with a mission of making high-quality and nutritious food
accessible to more people, while elevating our communities and
making the world a healthier place. In short: making good food for
all. In support of this mission, we are a values-driven,
people-first, food-and-wellness-focused company, and have been
since Hamdi Ulukaya, an immigrant to the U.S., founded the company
in 2005. We produce , , , and . Chobani yogurt is America's No.1
yogurt brand, and it's made with only natural ingredients without
artificial preservatives.Chobani uses food as a force for good in
the world - putting humanity first in everything we do. Our
philanthropic efforts prioritize giving back to our communities and
beyond: working to eradicate child hunger, supporting immigrants,
refugees and underrepresented people, honoring veterans, and
protecting the planet. We manufacture our products in New York,
Idaho, and Australia. Chobani products are available throughout
North America and distributed in Australia and other select
markets. For more information, please visit and follow us on , ,
and .Chobani is an equal opportunity employer. Chobani will not
discriminate against any applicant for employment on any basis
including, but not limited to: race, color, religion, sex, sexual
orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability,
military and/or veteran status, marital status, predisposing
genetic characteristics and genetic information, or any other
classification protected by federal, state and local
laws.#LI-NK1Compensation Range:$85,600.00-$128,400.00, plus
bonus.
Keywords: Chobani, Twin Falls , Research & Development Manager, Executive , Twin Falls, Idaho
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