R&D Product Development Supervisor

PetIQ • Springville, UT

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About The Position

The Product Development Supervisor supports Research and Development projects at a pet treat manufacturing facility, helping transition developing products smoothly into production. Reporting to the Director of R&D, the role provides testing support, accurately reports test data and observations, maintains traceability of test samples, and assists with developing processing methods as needed. The supervisor guides and assists technicians, ensures the lab complies with applicable SOPs and policies, and keeps the lab clean and organized. The role works closely with the R&D team to establish accurate product specifications and observations for production transitions.

The position involves formulation sample testing at bench and plant scale, maintaining product logs and test samples, and performing shelf-life studies on new and reformulated products. Additional duties may be assigned or required. The work environment may include occasional exposure to wet or humid conditions, odors, fumes, airborne particles, and moving mechanical parts during testing; noise is usually moderate. The role requires regularly standing, bending, squatting, and lifting up to 50 pounds.

Requirements

• High school graduate or GED equivalent.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Windows Office applications, including Outlook and Excel, and the Windows operating system.
• Ability to operate testing equipment while adhering to cGMPs and safety practices.
• Ability to observe tests, identify sample abnormalities or external influences, and accurately document observations in Product Logs.
• Ability to communicate testing results clearly and concisely, verbally and in writing, and understand and follow verbal and written directions in English.
• Ability to plan and manage time, work independently and collaboratively across departments, and contribute positively as part of a team.
• Professional, collaborative, supportive attitude focused on high-quality work and assisting with team efforts.
• Ability to maintain control and traceability of test samples and maintain proper hygiene.
• Ability to adhere to scheduled work hours and maintain regular, punctual attendance.
• Ability to stand, bend, squat, and regularly lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to safely perform essential job functions and meet applicable productivity standards.

Nice To Haves

• Food Science background.
• College degree.
• Knowledge of common manufacturing methodologies, technologies, and materials.
• Desire to continuously improve capabilities and knowledge of the company's products.

Responsibilities

• Execute formulation sample testing, including bench-top and plant testing, and monitor for abnormalities, trends, and external influences.
• Accurately record and communicate test data and observations to the Director of R&D and management as required.
• Maintain organized and accurate Product Logs in accordance with SOPs and comply with testing protocols, methods, and standards.
• Maintain R&D test prototypes and samples in the specified retain room and perform shelf-life studies on new and reformulated products.
• Complete required training, including safety and SOP training.
• Follow company policies and operational procedures, including cGMPs, QA, SOPs, and equipment maintenance procedures.
• Guide and assist technicians as needed and help ensure the lab is compliant with applicable SOPs and policies, clean, and organized.
• Assist in developing processing methods as needed and work with the R&D team to establish specifications and observations for transition into production.
• Perform additional duties as assigned or required.

Benefits

• Mission-driven work supporting affordable pet health and wellness products and veterinary solutions.
• Collaborative environment emphasizing continuous improvement, high standards, and teamwork.
• Innovative culture focused on creative and resourceful solutions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED