Job Posting:
Summary
This Product Developer role is a dynamic role that presents an opportunity for career growth in our Product Development function across our Bread and Alternatives category as well as related businesses. As a technical team member supported by a senior peer, this role is in charge of developing new products from scratch formulation as well as assessing the appropriate process technologies for progressing innovation, margin improvement / productivity, quality improvement and overall portfolio optimization across their assigned suite of products. This role also provides exposure various facilities and technologies used in our business allowing the team member to grow and expand horizons.
The Product Developer will be part of our R&D team and work collaboratively to develop new products to support business growth. This team member can evolve quickly in the organization due to exposure to facilities and projects.
Primary Responsibilities:
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Executes the creation new products and innovation as well as line extensions by bringing forward new concepts to create a competitive advantage.
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Documents and understands manufacturing processes to identify process improvements leveraging existing assets or potential capital investments.
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Communicates and works as a team member with bakeries, packaging R&D, operations, finance and technical services to commercialize projects for new business.
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Evaluates incumbent suppliers and aids in selecting and qualifying new vendors.
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Instrumental in development through the entire process – including product formulation, sourcing ingredients & suppliers, developing prototypes, laboratory testing, conducting plant trials and gaining necessary approvals for final product specifications and shelf life.
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Able to work on multi variable projects with stringent timelines.
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Organized and adaptable, willing to learn.
Required Experience:
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A.Sc. in Food Science or a related Science/ Engineering degree
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Passion for baking (at home or professionally)
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2 or more years’ experience in a food manufacturing facility would be an asset
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Previous experience as a Product Developer would be an asset
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Enjoys learning and collaborating with others
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Proven collaborator with an ability to communicate technically on projects
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Some mechanical competency and affinity for complex machinery
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Knowledge in project management and ability to execute timely
- Acquired presentation skills and professional presence
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Up to 20% Travel across Canada
FGF Group Competencies:
Adaptive Intelligence - Team Members respond effectively to challenges by evolving their skills, mindset, and approach.
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Flexibility, Agility, Adaptability: Thrives in dynamic environments by embracing continuous change. Quickly adjusts to new priorities and actively seeks innovative solutions. Uses setbacks as opportunities for growth
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and applies a relentless focus on improving outcomes. Approaches challenges with a proactive, solutions-driven mindset and openness to feedback.
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Calculated Risk-Taking: Makes strategic decisions by evaluating options and creating contingency plans.
Collaborative Intelligence - Collaborative intelligence empowers teams to unlock collective strengths and achieve results through synergy and mutual trust.
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Team First and Collaboration: Engages with Team Members and colleagues, builds relationships, and fosters an inclusive, innovative environment.
Entrepreneurial Intelligence - Equips Team Members to identify opportunities, overcome setbacks, and move ideas to execution effectively.
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Continuous Improvement: Drives innovation and optimizes processes to enhance quality and productivity.
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Customer and Product Focus: Addresses need proactively with accountability and a solution-oriented mindset.
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Fierce Execution: Achieves results with a strategic and hands-on approach, learning from mistakes and building trust.
Leadership Competencies
Inspire & Energize Team Members
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Continually inspires and develops Team Members and promote cross-functional collaboration.
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Supports, shared knowledge and experience with your Team through authentic conversations and development planning
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Communicates clear expectations
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Uses insight and knowledge to influence others
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Understands and acknowledge differences and modifies style to support unleashing potential
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Demonstrates patience and empathy, while listening
Create Winning Relationships
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Inspire enthusiasm & commitment by communicating a clear path to success
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Empowers others by delegating and providing support and opportunities for growth
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Identifies, raises and resolves conflict
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Builds trust and models the “Coach Approach”
Entrepreneurial Leadership
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Encourages informed risk-taking and supports learning from outcomes.
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Creates an environment where your team enjoys working hard while having fun
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Provides feedback to reinforce results
Disclaimer: The above describes the general responsibilities, required knowledge and skills. Please keep in mind that other duties may be added, or this description may be amended at any time.
In compliance with Ontario’s Bill 190, we confirm that this posting represents a current existing vacancy within our organization.
We affirm that our hiring process, including candidate screening, evaluation, and selection, does not involve the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) or automated decision-making tools. All assessments and decisions are conducted by qualified human professionals to ensure fairness, transparency, and compliance with Bill 149.
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