Research and Development Supervisor

Snackruptors Inc•Cambridge, ON

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Snackruptors Inc. is a renowned leader in the cracker manufacturing industry, recognized globally for delivering exceptional quality products. Our diverse workforce reflects our commitment to creating an inclusive workplace where every individual is valued. Driven by a shared passion for excellence and innovation, we continuously enhance our cutting-edge production processes and foster a collaborative, results-driven culture. Apply now to the R&D Supervisor position on our growing Research & Development team and be a part of our exciting journey!

Requirements

College diploma or bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Food Technology, or a related field
3-5 years of experience in product development in food manufacturing, with hands-on involvement in formulation, testing, and process optimization.
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint, with the ability to create and manage documents, spreadsheets, email communications, and presentations effectively.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to document findings, collaborate cross-functionally, and drive continuous improvement in product development.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

Supervise and coordinate R&D trials at benchtop, pilot, and full scale production levels to validate new and revised formulations, ingredients, and processing parameters.
Lead execution of plant trials, including preparation of trial plans, raw material coordination, process setup, and real time data collection.
Maintain and optimize processing profiles in collaboration with Operations and Processing teams.
Provide technical guidance and on floor support during trials to ensure correct execution and adherence to defined parameters.
Supervise and mentor R&D Technologists and/or R&D Assistants, ensuring work quality, accuracy, and timely completion of assigned tasks.
Collaborate cross functionally with Quality, Operations, and Commercial teams to troubleshoot issues related to product performance, quality, or manufacturability.
Conduct product evaluations including breakage testing, physical checks, and sensory observations to confirm compliance with product standards.
Oversee daily operations of the R&D test kitchen, including ingredient inventory management, sanitation compliance, and regular equipment maintenance to maintain an efficient and orderly workspace.
Supervise the preparation, coordination, and development of sample requests and customer specific product variations to ensure timely and accurate delivery to internal and external stakeholders.
Coordinate submission of product samples for nutritional and analytical testing as required.
Responsible for daily management and support for the team to achieve operational success.
Monitor time and attendance and ensure compliance with Company Procedures.
Approve the vacation requests.
Carry out incident, accident and non-conformity investigations and associated reporting and action closure.
Issue disciplinary action when needed.
Perform other assigned duties.
Follow Health and Safety rules and regulations.
Must follow Good Manufacturing Practices, Food Safety, and Food Defense guidelines.
Comply with all Company policies and procedures.