Sr. R&D Manager

The Senior R&D Manager is responsible for leading the development and application of food technologies across the organization. This role balances hands-on project work with team leadership, with a strong focus on developing staff, driving key initiatives, and supporting overall R&D strategy.

This position plans and oversees R&D activities to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget. The Senior R&D Manager is also expected to be a reliable resource across the business and a key partner to leadership.

Essential Functions

• Lead, coach, and develop team members


• Oversee R&D projects from concept through completion


• Identify and implement process improvements


• Support and help manage the R&D budget


• Contribute to annual planning and department strategy


• Maintain regular communication with the Director team and cross-functional partners


• Act as a go-to resource for technical and product-related questions


• Take on additional projects or responsibilities as needed

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Culinary Science, Biology, Chemistry, or a related field required; advanced degree preferred


• 15+ years of relevant experience


• Strong leadership and team development experience


• Solid communication and interpersonal skills


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with AS400 and Lotus Notes is a plus

Work Environment

• Primarily office-based, with time spent in plant or lab settings as needed


• May be exposed to:
  
  
  
  • Loud environments
  
  
  • Strong food-related odors or airborne particles
  
  
  • Hot, cold, wet, or humid conditions
  
  
  • Standing or walking on concrete
  
  
  • Stairs, ladders, or elevated surfaces
  
  
  
  

Salary: $130,000-$150,000K

Benefits:

• Medical Insurance


• Prescription Drug Plan


• Dental/Vision Insurance


• Employee Incentive Plan


• Flexible Spending Account


• Cash Accumulation Plan-401K


• Life/AD&D Insurance


• Short- Term/Long-Term Disability


• Vacation Plan


• Paid Holidays


• Employee Assistance Program


• Adoption Assistance Program


• Tuition Reimbursement


• Maternity/Paternity Leave


• Pet Insurance