Research and Development Product Manager Job at Konnect Resources, LLC, San Fernando, CA

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  • Konnect Resources, LLC
  • San Fernando, CA

Job Description

Job Title: R&D Product Development Manager

Employment Type: Full-Time

Location: San Fernando, CA

Compensation: $90,000–$120,000 per year

Department: Research & Development (R&D)

About the Opportunity:

We are seeking an experienced and innovative R&D Product Development Manager to lead and oversee all product development initiatives across new and existing formulations. This role involves supervising a team of chemists and lab technicians, conducting feasibility analyses, costing, and prototype testing. The ideal candidate brings a strong background in food science, a sharp sensory evaluation skill set, and a proven ability to translate customer requirements into high-quality product solutions. Collaboration across departments and technical support for both internal and external stakeholders are key components of this leadership position.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage and oversee all product development activities within the R&D department.
  • Lead the development of new and improved products, including juice concentrates, flavor bases, and beverage bases, based on customer or internal specifications.
  • Supervise, mentor, and provide technical direction to R&D chemists and lab technicians.
  • Evaluate project feasibility based on production capacity, available technologies, and equipment limitations.
  • Conduct cost analyses and determine suggested selling prices for developed products.
  • Ensure master formulas and compounding instructions are properly documented.
  • Review and approve product specification sheets.
  • Liaise with customer technical teams to understand product requirements and ensure deliverables exceed expectations.
  • Ensure all developed products comply with Safe Quality Food (SQF) requirements.
  • Provide technical assistance to customers and internal sales teams.
  • Offer on-site technical support for initial production runs and troubleshooting.
  • Oversee the successful transition of lab-developed products into full-scale production while ensuring quality standards are met.
  • Perform additional duties and participate in special projects as assigned.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Nutrition, or a related field (required).
  • Minimum of 4 years in a supervisory or management role, with formal leadership training preferred.
  • Strong sensory acuity in taste and aroma evaluation.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and capable of performing algebra-level calculations.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.
  • Flexibility to report to various facilities as operational needs require; primary location is San Fernando, CA.

Job Tags

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