Senior R&D Project Manager (Meat)

Salary :

Activity area : Consumer goods, Chemical

Post category : Production and engineering, Scientific and technical positions

Province : Quebec

Region : Lanaudiere, Laval, Montreal, Montreal and surroundings

Recruiter : Stephane Faure

Contact us : sfaure@st-amour.com

Job description :

This position is responsible for participating in the development of food ingredients (Meat).

Requirements:

• Comply with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) regulations applicable in the plant.
• Follow company policies.
• Follow Quality Commitment Manual instructions.

Tasks:

• Work in collaboration with the Division Manager on various tasks.
• Prepare product prototypes and carry out pilot laboratory tests.
• Work technically with customers. (Specific customers)
• Enter formulas into the computer system and make changes where necessary.
• Participate in the development of ingredient blends for the food industry, mainly meat products.
• Carry out tests required for product development.
• Draw up ingredient lists for each new product developed and ensure that they comply with current regulations.
• Master the computer system.
• Prepare and write test reports.
• Participate in the evaluation of new ingredients and suppliers.
• Ensure conformity of samples sent to customers.
• Ensure the quality of work carried out in the department.
• Check formulas and ingredient lists for experimental products.
• Assist quality control (during production supervision).

Tasks, SQF safety and quality :

• Ensure compliance with regulations and customer requirements during product development.
• Ensure compliance with recipes when weighing samples developed in accordance with regulations and customer requirements.
• Circulate regulatory and registration information in our centralized file (regulatory watch).
• Respect SQF food standards and procedures at all times.

Skills and qualifications :

• BAC/DEC in Process and Food Quality Technology or other related discipline
• Knowledge of ingredients and meat processing is an asset
• Minimum 5 years' experience in the food industry and product development is an asset
• Bilingualism
• Good knowledge of Word, Excel and PowerPoint