R&D Manager - Food CPG
$130K - $140K/yr
Manage multiple R&D projects simultaneously while maintaining timelines and milestone ... Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Food Engineering, or related technical field * 7+ years of food ...
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R&D Manager - Food CPG
$130K - $140K/yr
Manage multiple R&D projects simultaneously while maintaining timelines and milestone ... Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Food Engineering, or related technical field * 7+ years of food ...
The Construction Project Manager is responsible for managing the construction project safety, quality, schedule, cost control, contracts, subcontractors, suppliers, proposals, estimates ...
The Construction Project Manager is responsible for managing the construction project safety, quality, schedule, cost control, contracts, subcontractors, suppliers, proposals, estimates ...
Serving a diverse range of industries including steel, power, oil and gas, and food and beverage ... The Project Manager role will be leading mechanical and/or electrical teams for large scale ...
Serving a diverse range of industries including steel, power, oil and gas, and food and beverage ... The Project Manager role will be leading mechanical and/or electrical teams for large scale ...
MEP Project Manager
Westerville, OH · On-site
Serving a diverse range of industries including steel, power, oil and gas, and food and beverage ... The Project Manager role will be leading mechanical and/or electrical teams for large scale ...
MEP Project Manager
Westerville, OH · On-site
Serving a diverse range of industries including steel, power, oil and gas, and food and beverage ... The Project Manager role will be leading mechanical and/or electrical teams for large scale ...
Project Manager - Design
Columbus, OH · On-site
... food and beverage industries. Our more than 1,400 employees provide best-in-class solutions that ... The Design Project Manager is responsible for planning, coordinating, and delivering ...
Project Manager - Design
Columbus, OH · On-site
... food and beverage industries. Our more than 1,400 employees provide best-in-class solutions that ... The Design Project Manager is responsible for planning, coordinating, and delivering ...
... food and beverage industries. Our more than 1,400 employees provide best-in-class solutions that ... The Design Project Manager is responsible for planning, coordinating, and delivering ...
... food and beverage industries. Our more than 1,400 employees provide best-in-class solutions that ... The Design Project Manager is responsible for planning, coordinating, and delivering ...
Sr. Project Manager - Construction
Columbus, OH · On-site
$107K - $146K/yr
... food and beverage industries. Our more than 1,100 employees provide best-in-class solutions that ... The Senior Project Manager - Construction will lead and manage large-scale construction projects ...
Sr. Project Manager - Construction
Columbus, OH · On-site
$107K - $146K/yr
... food and beverage industries. Our more than 1,100 employees provide best-in-class solutions that ... The Senior Project Manager - Construction will lead and manage large-scale construction projects ...
Sr. Project Manager - Construction
$107K - $146K/yr
... food and beverage industries. Our more than 1,100 employees provide best-in-class solutions that ... The Senior Project Manager - Construction will lead and manage large-scale construction projects ...
Sr. Project Manager - Construction
$107K - $146K/yr
... food and beverage industries. Our more than 1,100 employees provide best-in-class solutions that ... The Senior Project Manager - Construction will lead and manage large-scale construction projects ...
Plant Operations Project Manager
Columbus, OH · On-site
Minimum of 5-8 years of project management experience within a manufacturing, food processing, consumer packaged goods (CPG), distribution, or industrial production environment. * Demonstrated ...
Plant Operations Project Manager
Columbus, OH · On-site
Minimum of 5-8 years of project management experience within a manufacturing, food processing, consumer packaged goods (CPG), distribution, or industrial production environment. * Demonstrated ...
Experience in the food, beverage, household products or personal care industries strongly preferred ... As a Project Manager, you will build a meaningful and fulfilling career with the support of ...
Experience in the food, beverage, household products or personal care industries strongly preferred ... As a Project Manager, you will build a meaningful and fulfilling career with the support of ...
Experience in the food, beverage, household products or personal care industries strongly preferred ... As a Project Manager, you will build a meaningful and fulfilling career with the support of ...
Experience in the food, beverage, household products or personal care industries strongly preferred ... As a Project Manager, you will build a meaningful and fulfilling career with the support of ...
Serving a diverse range of industries including steel, power, oil and gas, and food and beverage ... Manage project engineering and related personnel functions and activities. Includes planning ...
Serving a diverse range of industries including steel, power, oil and gas, and food and beverage ... Manage project engineering and related personnel functions and activities. Includes planning ...
Sr. Engineerin g Project Manager - Controls Based at OH, NE, CA, AR The Sr Engineering Project ... This will require the ability to work across multiple segments (wet and dry pet food) and all ...
Sr. Engineerin g Project Manager - Controls Based at OH, NE, CA, AR The Sr Engineering Project ... This will require the ability to work across multiple segments (wet and dry pet food) and all ...
Manufacturing, Food & Beverage, Data Centers, Advanced Technology, and Distribution. Our integrated ... Prepares and presents many of the various reports to successfully manage the project(s), such as ...
Manufacturing, Food & Beverage, Data Centers, Advanced Technology, and Distribution. Our integrated ... Prepares and presents many of the various reports to successfully manage the project(s), such as ...
IT Project Manager IV - Construction
New Albany, OH · On-site
$94K - $111K/yr
As anIT Construction Project Manager, you willberesponsible forleading the on-site execution of IT ... Tulsa is a growing hub for innovation and energy, paired with a vibrant arts scene, great food, and ...
IT Project Manager IV - Construction
New Albany, OH · On-site
$94K - $111K/yr
As anIT Construction Project Manager, you willberesponsible forleading the on-site execution of IT ... Tulsa is a growing hub for innovation and energy, paired with a vibrant arts scene, great food, and ...
IT Project Manager IV - Construction
$94K - $111K/yr
As anIT Construction Project Manager, you willberesponsible forleading the on-site execution of IT ... Tulsa is a growing hub for innovation and energy, paired with a vibrant arts scene, great food, and ...
IT Project Manager IV - Construction
$94K - $111K/yr
As anIT Construction Project Manager, you willberesponsible forleading the on-site execution of IT ... Tulsa is a growing hub for innovation and energy, paired with a vibrant arts scene, great food, and ...
Description Job Summary Construction Program Managers oversee the strategic planning, management, and execution of industrial construction projects of food and beverage production facilities ...
Description Job Summary Construction Program Managers oversee the strategic planning, management, and execution of industrial construction projects of food and beverage production facilities ...
Senior Food Technologist
$95K - $110K/yr
Strong project management and organizational skills * Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and ... USDA/FDA regulated food manufacturing environments * Commercialization and plant startup support
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Senior Food Technologist
$95K - $110K/yr
Strong project management and organizational skills * Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and ... USDA/FDA regulated food manufacturing environments * Commercialization and plant startup support
Job Summary Construction Program Managers oversee the strategic planning, management, and execution of industrial construction projects of food and beverage production facilities, ensuring they are ...
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Job Summary Construction Program Managers oversee the strategic planning, management, and execution of industrial construction projects of food and beverage production facilities, ensuring they are ...
Job Summary Construction Program Managers oversee the strategic planning, management, and execution of industrial construction projects of food and beverage production facilities, ensuring they are ...
Job Summary Construction Program Managers oversee the strategic planning, management, and execution of industrial construction projects of food and beverage production facilities, ensuring they are ...
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$130K - $140K/yr
Full-time
Posted 19 days ago
Job description
Our client is a rapidly growing frozen food manufacturer with a strong portfolio of established consumer brands and significant in-house manufacturing capabilities. The organization is known for its innovation, operational excellence, and commitment to delivering high-quality frozen products to retail and foodservice channels nationwide.Position Overview
The Core Brands R&D Manager will lead product renovation, optimization, and incremental innovation initiatives across a portfolio of established frozen food brands. This individual will play a critical role in improving product quality, driving cost savings, supporting commercialization efforts, and maintaining consistency across manufacturing operations.
The ideal candidate brings deep technical expertise in frozen food systems, ingredient functionality, and commercialization within a high-volume CPG manufacturing environment. This role requires strong cross-functional collaboration with Operations, Quality, Marketing, Procurement, and Supply Chain teams to ensure successful execution of projects from concept through plant implementation.
Key ResponsibilitiesProduct Development & Optimization- Lead reformulation and continuous improvement initiatives for existing frozen food products focused on taste, texture, nutrition, shelf life, and cost optimization
- Drive line extensions and incremental innovation efforts within established brand portfolios
- Conduct bench-top development, pilot plant trials, and commercialization support for frozen products
- Ensure consistency across manufacturing plants, co-manufacturers, and production lines
- Support seamless product launches and plant startups in partnership with Operations teams
- Apply expertise in frozen food processing technologies including IQF and blast freezing systems
- Optimize formulations to reduce freezer burn, ice crystal formation, texture degradation, and reheating inconsistencies
- Evaluate ingredient functionality under frozen storage and thermal processing conditions
- Troubleshoot product and process challenges within manufacturing environments
- Partner closely with Marketing, Operations, Quality, Procurement, and Supply Chain teams to execute business objectives
- Translate consumer insights and market trends into product improvements and innovation opportunities
- Support customer, retailer, and commercialization requirements across core product lines
- Identify and implement cost-saving initiatives through ingredient optimization, yield improvement, and process efficiencies
- Support value engineering projects while maintaining product quality and brand integrity
- Analyze formulation and production costs to recommend optimization strategies
- Ensure products meet all FDA, USDA, food safety, and internal quality standards
- Support shelf-life studies, product testing, and validation activities
- Manage multiple R&D projects simultaneously while maintaining timelines and milestone accountability
- Lead cross-functional project teams and communicate updates to leadership
- Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Food Engineering, or related technical field
- 7+ years of food R&D experience within frozen food manufacturing
- Strong background supporting established/core product lines within CPG environments
- Experience commercializing products from bench development through full-scale production
- Deep understanding of frozen food systems, ingredient interactions, and processing technologies
- Experience with frozen entrees, ready meals, vegetables, snacks, or related categories preferred
- Strong project management, analytical, and problem-solving capabilities
- Ability to balance product quality, speed-to-market, and cost considerations in decision-making
- Excellent communication and cross-functional leadership skills
- Frozen meals / entrees
- Multi-plant manufacturing support
- USDA/FDA regulated food manufacturing
- Commercialization and plant startup support
- Value engineering and cost reduction initiatives
- Consumer packaged goods (CPG) experience