What are the responsibilities and job description for the New Product Development Analyst position at Del Monte Fresh Produce Company NA Inc?
Job Description
Job Description
Purpose of Position
We are seeking a Food Science Analyst to join our New Product Development (NPD) team . This role will support the formulation, testing, and commercialization of innovative food and fresh-cut fruit products. The ideal candidate has a strong background in food science, product development, and quality assurance. They will work cross-functionally with QA, production, procurement, marketing, and food safety teams to ensure new products meet consumer expectations, quality standards, and regulatory requirements.
Accountabilities :
- NPD product formulation, including iterative testing in a food-safe environment to optimize ingredients for sensorial and shelf-life objectives.
- Conduct sensory and shelf-life testing to assess product quality, flavor retention, and microbial stability.
- Research and analyze in-market products, performing reverse-engineering of competitor formulations to identify innovation opportunities.
- Ensure NPD processing and operational efficiencies, collaborating with production teams to streamline scale-up processes.
- Prepare prototypes and mock-up samples for internal evaluations, consumer testing, and sales presentations.
- Conduct analytical testing (e.g., pH, Brix, organoleptic) to assess product performance and ensure food quality and safety.
- Research and test new ingredients, processing techniques, and preservation methods to enhance product quality and extend shelf life.
- Work with suppliers and vendors to source high-quality raw materials for product development.
- Maintain a food and ingredient inventory for NPD purposes, ensuring materials are available for ongoing trials.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure new products align with food safety regulations, labeling requirements, and industry standards.
- Support sensory evaluation panels and consumer testing to optimize product flavor, texture, and appearance.
- Document testing results, prepare reports, and present findings to internal stakeholders
- Proactively brings thoughtful product recommendations to cross-functional teams that drive brand and business results.
- Ability to substantiate recommendations with research, reasoning, and data.
- Ability to work closely with suppliers in developing and improving their processes to achieve commercial viability of products.
- Fosters an innovative, curiosity-inspired, food-forward mindset in the organization.
Minimum Skills Required :
DEL MONTE FRESH PRODUCE IS AN EEO / AA / V / H
