POSITION SUMMARY

The OSI Group is a results-oriented global company where highly talented, motivated, "can-do" people work together to deliver value for our customers. Our success is built on a foundation of partnership with our customers, suppliers and employees and is what sets us apart. At OSI you will be challenged to solve problems and drive improvements that will help grow our business.

In this key role, you will be responsible for supporting the organization’s product development strategy by managing all phases of product development projects for key customer accounts. We will rely on your expertise in various food categories, including dry sausage, dairy, cheese, sauce/queso, vegetable/or meat, to provide ingredient, processing, and related technical knowledge to support innovative solutions to meet customer needs.

MAJOR POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

(i.e., Policies, procedures, goals, etc. for which you are responsible.)

• Develop and lead new product development projects through product development and commercialization process.
• Identify opportunities to drive top line business growth via new and improved technologies, processes or ingredients.
• Teams with other cross functional departments (Sales, Manufacturing, Culinary, Engineering, Quality, Process Improvement, etc.) to provide technical leadership as a member of Product/Project Team.
• Provides technical and scientific expertise to other R&D members, in the hands - on development of new product, quality improvement, ingredient substitution, line extensions and any applied technology.
• Manage and perform product development in bench, pilot and plant operations levels meeting the product development needs of the projects.
• Provide technical guidance and solutions during cross functional team meetings bringing projects to commercialization.
• Pro-actively recommend new concepts or prototypes in line with latest product trends.
• Provide reports to business teams regarding both tactical plans and achievements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Skills

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILLS

• Bachelor degree in Food Science, Dairy Science, Meat Science or related fields. Advanced degree is a plus.
• Five or more years of experience in developing and commercializing food products.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing, to influence business decisions.
• Strong practical knowledge of dry sausage ingredients, their functionality, product formulas, processing and manufacturing.
• Familiar with in USDA/FDA regulations and standards. Experience with New Product Development Processes and Protocols.
• Demonstrated creative thinking and problem solving skills.
• Ability to work successfully independently and under limited supervision.
• Excellent organization and time management skills.
• Proficient in use of both on-line work systems and product development software tools.
• Candidate must be willing to traveling up to 30% of time.

OSI believes all persons have the right to be treated with dignity and respect. It is the policy of OSI to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, national origin, gender, race, color, religion, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. All applicants will receive consideration for employment based on merit, qualifications and business needs. OSI participates in the E-Verify program.

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Required Experience

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILLS

• Bachelor degree in Food Science, Dairy Science, Meat Science or related fields. Advanced degree is a plus.
• Five or more years of experience in developing and commercializing food products.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing, to influence business decisions.
• Strong practical knowledge of dry sausage ingredients, their functionality, product formulas, processing and manufacturing.
• Familiar with in USDA/FDA regulations and standards. Experience with New Product Development Processes and Protocols.
• Demonstrated creative thinking and problem solving skills.
• Ability to work successfully independently and under limited supervision.
• Excellent organization and time management skills.
• Proficient in use of both on-line work systems and product development software tools.
• Candidate must be willing to traveling up to 30% of time.

OSI believes all persons have the right to be treated with dignity and respect. It is the policy of OSI to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, national origin, gender, race, color, religion, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. All applicants will receive consideration for employment based on merit, qualifications and business needs. OSI participates in the E-Verify program.

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