Research And Development Manager

Zerega's Sons Inc

Oak Brook, IL, US
Base: $93k to $158k annually; bonus/equity: + bonu...
Fully remote
Bachelor's degree in food science or engineering
Eight years experience in food product development
Minimum two years managing others
This role leads a high-performing product development team to create innovative Pourables, Spoonables, and Sauces

Job Summary

  • This role leads a high-performing product development team to create innovative Pourables, Spoonables, and Sauces.
  • The position offers a hybrid schedule with remote work on Mondays and Fridays and in-office presence Tuesday through Thursday.
  • Compensation ranges from $93k to $158k annually with additional bonus potential and comprehensive benefits including 401(k) match.

Matching Summary

This role leads a high-performing product development team to create innovative Pourables, Spoonables, and Sauces.

Salary

Base: $93k to $158k Annually; Bonus/Equity: Additional bonus potential; Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with match, STD/LTD/AD&D/Life, HSA, FSA, EAP, Hospital indemnity, Accident Insurance, Identity and Fraud Protection Plan, Legal, and Critical Illness

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Bachelor's degree in Food Science or Engineering
  • Eight years experience in Food Product Development
  • Minimum two years managing others
  • Technical leadership in formulation and processing
  • Cross-functional collaboration with manufacturing

Nice-to-have

  • Master's degree in related field
  • Ability to challenge status quo
  • Strong customer presentation skills
  • Fostering positive work environment
  • Disseminating new ingredient technologies

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree required in Food Science/Engineering
  • 8+ years in Food Product Development
  • 2+ years of people management experience
  • Master's degree preferred

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