Product Development, Regulatory & Sample Technician

About the Company

For decades, Furlani Foods has combined a rich heritage of making great quality specialty garlic bread products, with an entrepreneurial spirit. We've always been passionate and committed to transforming everyday meals into memorable experiences that everyone can enjoy together. The Company operates from three state-of-the-art bakeries in Oak Creek (Wisconsin) in the US and in Mississauga (Ontario) in Canada.

Join our Team!

Join a dynamic team committed to crafting "Good Mood Food"! At Furlani Foods, we transform every meal into a joyful celebration of togetherness. With Furlani, delicious moments become unforgettable memories. Be part of this incredible journey and experience the magic firsthand.

The secret of our success lies with our master bakers and seasoned product development team, in using their considerable skills and passion for perfection. We want YOU to join our team!

Benefits:

* Salary: 80K

* Health, Dental, Vision, disability insurance

* Annual Incentive Program

* Traditional and Roth 401(k) with matching

* Paid Time Off

* Employee Assistance Program

* Life and AD&D Insurance

* Paid Holidays

Role:

We foster a diverse and inclusive work environment that promotes collaboration and career growth. Furlani Foods is seeking a Product Development, Regulatory & Sample Technician. This position will assist in maintaining technical documentation for ingredients & products, collect data from trials/product runs and coordinate sample shipments. This position will support R&D Product Development & Regulatory.

Key Responsibilities:

* Gathering and shipment of ingredients, pre-scales, and customer samples. Ensure samples are good quality and packed well for shipment.

* Provide hands on technical support and management for new product launches, product changes and cost savings.

* Conducts plant trials and first production runs to ensure a smooth transition to the commercialization of an approved lab prototype:

* Trial preparation and gathering of ingredients, pre-scales, and packaging.

* Lead pre/post-trial meetings.

* Gather unbiased and accurate data, data analysis and sample collection. Preparation of trial reports.

* Identify, report, and make recommendations on improvements during trials and feasibility to create efficiencies and minimize loss.

* Achieve manufacturing feasibility and efficiency, product safety and product quality.

* Gather accurate data for evaluating product quality and operational performance. Assist in plant trials and first productions as required.

* Acts as the technical liaison between Marketing, Sales, R&D, QA and operations for new product launches, product changes and cost savings. Coordinate sample gathering if off shift with production, shipping or QA.

* Liaison with suppliers to obtain required ingredient documentation and maintain through computer systems such as Trace Gains. Ensure departmental reviews are completed in Trace Gains.

* Liaise with ingredient and equipment suppliers to reduce costs and/or reformulate.

* Support operations and procurement in the testing of alternative ingredients due to supply issues and for cost saving initiatives.

* Works to maximize the use of existing recipes to optimize plant efficiencies and reduce waste. Adjusts batch sizes of recipes to optimize ease of manufacture and reduce material waste.

* Leads multiple projects at the same time. Responsible for ensuring product activities are delivered to project timelines and effectively prioritizes tasks to meet deliverables.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The tasks listed here provide a glimpse of the full job description. The complete job description will be provided upon request and/or receiving an offer of employment.

EEO STATEMENT:

To provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at FURLANI FOODS, LLC will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. FURLANI FOODS, LLC does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices based on race, color, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, arrest record, conviction record, disability, religion, veteran status, or any other protected characteristics as specified by local, state, provincial, or federal law.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Travel required: 20% of the time

* Specifically but not limited to within North America (USA & Canada).

* Some weekend and/or hours outside regular operating hours may be required.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

* Degree in Food Science, Engineering or Science from a recognized University, or a diploma in Baking or Culinary Arts from a recognized College

* 3-4 years of experience in bakery manufacturing, preferably in R&D. Experience with industrial bakery equipment for yeast raised products, breads, rolls or chemically leavened products and with formulating bakery products and associated ingredient functionality.

* Proven leadership abilities, with outstanding communications and interpersonal skills.

* Good communication skills.

* Computer Skills- MS Office.

* A positive, "can do" attitude and team oriented.

* Valid Driver's License.

* Food plant experience would be an asset. QA experience an asset.

* Spanish would be an asset.