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R&D Commercialization Manager
$99k-129k (estimate)
Full Time | Business Services
2 Weeks Ago
FoodEmployment.com Inc. is Hiring a R&D Commercialization Manager Near Columbia, MO
Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly motivated individual to fulfill the role of R&D Commercialization Manager. In this dynamic position, you will lead the planning and implementation of critical improvement processes while also bridging the gap between Research and Development (R&D) initiatives and commercialization efforts for a global food manufacturer. Your primary responsibilities will include developing implementation plans and standards, coaching plant resources, leading commercialization processes, and ensuring seamless integration between R&D and commercialization to meet customer and company objectives.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
- Develop Implementation Plans and Standards:
- Assess operational metrics to identify opportunities for improvement in productivity and yield.
- Design and lead kaizen events and blitzes to implement 5-S, improve product/process flow, and increase mean time between failures.
- Champion problem-solving/root cause elimination to prevent recurrence.
- Commercialization Processes Leadership:
- Spearhead commercialization processes, ensuring alignment with customer and company needs.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive successful product launches and market adoption.
- Coaching and Training:
- Provide training and qualify plant resources in improvement methodologies.
- Coach employees on implementation of project deliverables.
- R&D Integration Support:
- Prioritize and support R&D initiatives, ensuring comprehensive and accurate processes and data.
- Work closely with R&D teams to optimize research outputs and streamline workflows.
- Quality Assurance and Regulatory Compliance:
- Collaborate with Quality and Food Safety Departments to validate and ensure accuracy of product development information.
- Implement measures to guarantee adherence to regulatory standards and industry best practices.
- Project Management and Reporting:
- Provide regular project updates to stakeholders, ensuring transparency and alignment.
- Foster communication channels to maintain alignment and responsiveness to market demands.
- Production Support and Process Improvement:
- Collaborate with Production teams to enhance processes, achieving improved yields and cost-efficiency.
- Identify opportunities for process optimization and cost reduction while maintaining or improving product quality.
- Risk Management:
- Anticipate and mitigate potential process or product failures by working closely with Operations.
- Develop and implement preventive measures, process controls, and training programs to ensure efficient, high-quality production.
- Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering, food science, business management/analytics, or a related scientific field; advanced degree preferred.
- Three to Five years of experience in food manufacturing operations with a focus on continuous improvement and commercialization.
- Proven experience in project management and communication.
- Six Sigma certification preferred.
- Knowledge of quality standards, food safety, and regulatory requirements.
- Analytical mindset with a focus on continuous improvement.
Job Summary
JOB TYPE
Full Time
INDUSTRY
Business Services
SALARY
$99k-129k (estimate)
POST DATE
05/27/2024
EXPIRATION DATE
06/23/2024
WEBSITE
foodemployment.com
HEADQUARTERS
Rock City, IL
SIZE
<25
INDUSTRY
Business Services
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