What are the responsibilities and job description for the Product Developer position at PennPak Solutions?
PRODUCT DEVELOPER
The Product Developer understands shelf-life activities and selects the development of recipes and processes throughout the product cycle. The position requires the ability to formulate carbonatedsoft drinks, stilliced teas, juice drinks, combination juice & tea. Must fully understand the following processes including tunnel pasteurization, hot filling, and retorting.
ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Must perform all the duties of a Product Developer in addition to the following:
- Be able to create an information panel for a beverage (nutrition facts and ingredient line) and have a basic understanding of the FDA food labeling guidelines.
- Understand various ways to extend product shelf life and how to select the processing parameters for different beveragesystems (i.e. pasteurization, retort, preservatives)
- Have a full understanding of ingredient (colors,flavors, vitamins, minerals,teas, sweeteners, acids, botanicals, sport supplements) solubility and potential interactions.
- Begin to understand the regulatory aspectsof foods and supplements.
- Be able to assist in procurement of ingredients.
- Be able to participate in calls and meetings with customers
- Knowledge of Laboratory Operations
- Understand and implement Company Certified programs such as HACCP,NSF, SQF, Food Defense and Food Safety and Food Quality programs as required
- Other duties assigned by Management
QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:
Education:
Bachelor’s Degree (B.S.) in Food Science or a related field.
Experience:
Three (3) – Seven (7) years related job experience is required. BeverageExperience is a plus
Skills:
- Lab safety and proper lab documentation skillsrequired
- Excellent math skills
- Computer proficiency – Microsoft Word and Excelrequired
- Highly developed verbaland written communications
- Attention to detail,neat and organized
- Strong problem solving
Work Environment
• Production setting within a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
Why Join PennPak Solutions?
We are a growing company committed to innovation, quality, and teamwork. As a Product Developer, you will play a key role in bringing new products to life — from concept to launch — collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure quality, efficiency, and customer satisfaction. This position offers opportunities for career growth in a dynamic and supportive environment.
If you’re passionate about product innovation and eager to develop your career in the food and beverage manufacturing industry, we’d love to hear from you!