Director, Product Development
Company: OSI Group
Location: Aurora
Posted on: May 5, 2024
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Job Description:
Job DescriptionThis role is responsible for directing the
activity of the corporate Product Development department in support
of organization objectives. This position will work closely with
cross functional partners to identify and prioritize projects that
include planning, developing, and executing projects. --This
position will assist in developing and building leadership talent
and capability within R&D.--Lead and oversee the product
development team in a dynamic a fast-paced manufacturing
environment.Leverage technical knowledge of product development and
commercialization process with a strong drive for results and
flawless execution.----Align with leadership business objectives
and collaborate with cross function teams to execute product
development plans and deliver results, ----Evaluate, prioritize,
and schedule projects; assign to Project Managers based on
complexity, priority, and project loads.Establish project
objectives and work with Project Managers to identify obstacles,
risk, solutions and to establish timelines.--Monitor project
process and provide support and guidance for formulation, testing
and scaling up in production.Support sales team to create new
business opportunities. Responsible for making initial customer
contact during project start-up.Guide the highest level of R&D
discipline.-- Create and apply well defined test plans for
potential new technology and equipment, evaluate results, document
and make recommendations.---- Apply the same R&D discipline to
trouble shoot and root cause analysis to address product
performance issues.----Strive to develop the least product cost.--
Identify and execute cost saving opportunities.--Source, outline
tests and recommend ingredients for flavor and functionality.Acts
as internal and external consultant where product development
expertise.Facilitate creativity to product and process development,
as well as protecting the intellectual property.Establish and
maintain vendor relationships.May serve as Project Manager for more
complex or critical projects.This role has the responsibility to
understand and places in practice appropriate safety procedures.--
This responsibility is achieved through education, training, use of
protective equipment (as applicable) and by following safety
policies, regulations, standards, and laws.Identify the technical
gap in the R&D and assist developing the solutions.Develop
department talent by coaching team members, developing individual
development plan and providing timely performance feedback.Perform
other duties as assigned.Required Skills10+ years of experience in
related field is preferred.Deep knowledge of product life cycle and
commercialization process.Proven track record in developing and
launching new products.Excellent proficiency in all Microsoft
Office Suite Products.Demonstrated leadership skills with the
ability to inspire and motivate team members to achieve goals and
deliver results.Knowledge of production equipment and applicable
uses. As well as ingredient functionality and usage.--Strong
analytical skills and problem-solving capability with a keen
attention to details.----Thorough knowledge of USDA and FDA
requirements and impact on product development and
production.Excellent project management skills, with the ability to
prioritize and to manage multiple ongoing project obligations
simultaneously.Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills,
with the ability to collaborate with the cross-function teams and
senior leadership teams effectively.MA/MS/MBA or equivalent is
preferred.Meat Science, Dairy Science, Animal Science or Food
Science Work is generally performed within a business professional
office environment, with standard office equipment available.Work
conditions are typical of a food manufacturing facility.This role
requires 30% domestic travel.Position may require the physical
agility of lifting up to 50 poundsPosition may require frequent
and/or infrequent of bending, squatting, pushing, pulling,
stretching/reaching, use hands or fingers, talk, hear, feel
objects, tools, controls, and standing/walking on concrete
flooring.Position may require the physical ability to stand/walk
for Greater than 4 hours.OSI Industries is an Equal Employment
Opportunity employer that believes everyone has the right to be
treated with dignity and respect. OSI--does not discriminate on the
basis of national origin, gender, race, color, religion, pregnancy,
gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status,
disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable
law. --All applicants will receive consideration for employment
based on merit, qualifications, and business needs. OSI
participates in the E-Verify program.--
Keywords: OSI Group, Bloomington , Director, Product Development, Executive , Aurora, Illinois
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