Job Description
Functional Area: R&D
Job Location: USA - Kenosha (WI)
Country/Region: United States
Who are you?: Professionals
Permanent/Temporary: Permanent
Working time: Full Time
Req ID: 36090
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R&D Process Specialist is responsible for designing, optimizing, and validating product, process, equipment, and packaging parameters to support a smooth handover to Operations. This position will assess process and resource needs, coordinate production trials, validate operating parameters, and ensure complete work instructions, validation reports, and handover documentation.
The
R&D Process Specialist will drive production efficiency, consistency, process control, and operational readiness for new and improved products. The Process Specialist will work closely with R&D, Production, Quality, Planning, Engineering, and other internal and external partners to support scale-up, troubleshooting, equipment commissioning, training, and successful commercialization.
Primary Responsibilities: - New Product Scale-Up & Validation
- Assess equipment, process, and resource needs for new products and collaborate with Product Developers to scale up formulations and processes.
- Lead pre-trial discussions with Production, Quality, Planning, and R&D to define trial plans, responsibilities, and resource requirements.
- Validate product and process parameters through three successful test runs before turnover to Operations.
- Prepare detailed validation reports with clear actions and timelines, and lead post-trial reviews to capture key learnings, issues, and next steps.
- Formalize the release of new products to Operations through completion of the handover process and stakeholder sign-off.
- Operational Readiness & Documentation
- Collaborate with Production and Engineering on scale-up activities and initial operator training.
- Create detailed work instructions for each new product in partnership with Production supervisors and leads.
- Update standard operating procedures and work instructions as needed and ensure complete documentation for new or improved recipes and processes.
- Build accessible project documentation in alignment with the new product development procedure using the appropriate tools.
- Ensure formula and know-how confidentiality.
- Process Improvement & Production Support
- Partner with Operations to identify process improvement opportunities that support efficiency, product quality, and process control targets.
- Provide real-time production troubleshooting and support root cause analysis for quality or processing issues.
- Conduct Production and Quality training as needed.
- Update rework and fat-wash matrices as needed while collaborating with Product Developers to optimize current formulations using new ingredient technologies.
- Technology, Equipment & Commissioning
- Monitor emerging equipment, process, and ingredient technologies and propose solutions that may differentiate products or improve performance.
- Collaborate with Group and Local Engineering teams to assess new technologies and equipment.
- Support commissioning of new production and packaging lines, including the design and execution of test protocols across commissioning stages.
- Validate recipes and process parameters for new lines through three successful production runs and complete standard validation and handover requirements before full commercialization.
- Maintain strong performance of R&D laboratory equipment by standardizing pilot-scale processes and coordinating equipment upkeep.
- Compliance, Reporting & Collaboration
- Support TQM, SQF, and FSMA requirements and comply with food safety procedures during raw material selection, product development or modification, and sample preparation.
- Report food safety and quality issues to the immediate supervisor and/or Head of Quality.
- Provide monthly reporting to the R&D Manager or Senior R&D Manager.
- Maintain a functional link with business unit specialists at Puratos Headquarters and build an active network across customers, machine suppliers, researchers, vendors, and the international Puratos R&D community.
- Complete other assignments as directed by the direct supervisor.
Requirements: - Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Food Science, Food Engineering, or a related field.
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in a manufacturing environment or food product development; food, baking, or baking-ingredient experience is preferred.
- Proficiency with standard Windows-based applications.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; Spanish language skills are a plus.
- Hands-on, analytical, and detail-oriented approach with the ability to design and follow defined processes while remaining pragmatic.
- Proactive, self-motivated, and comfortable taking initiative in a changing environment.
- Ability to manage multiple projects, organize priorities, and collaborate effectively in project-based teams.
- Strong networking skills, a positive attitude, and a passion for food and innovation.
- Physical Demands: Occasionally lift up to 25 lbs; frequent sitting, occasional, walking, constant visual acuity (near/far)
The following common allergens are processed in our facilities: wheat, eggs, dairy, and soy.
Looking for a Career for Good? We offer a competitive compensation and benefit package, designed to promote a Happier, Healthier You which includes:
Compensation:
- Annual compensation based on skills and experience ranging from $75,000 - $93,000.
- Additional compensation earned through a 10% or targeted annual bonus. Amount based on personal and company performance.
Benefits: - Medical coverage starts the first of the month-no waiting period
- Immediate 401(k) eligibility with fully vested matching contributions
- Over 5 weeks of paid time off in your first year
- Free life coaching, onsite health exams, and 24/7 access to Registered Nurses
- Lifestyle Spending Account
If you are a solution oriented and analytical thinker with a passion for leading and inspiring people, we invite you to experience the magic of being yourself and join us for "a career for good."
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