Product Development Technician

About MariposaMariposa Dairy is a leading manufacturer of award-winning cheeses based in Lindsay Ontario. Our aim is to provide the highest quality cheese products in North Americawhile fostering a culture of safety collaboration and continuous improvement. We believe in empowering our team members to lead with integrity and drive operational excellence every the heart of everything we do lies a commitment to integrity a passion for continuous growth and the resilience to thrive through :Dynamic Work Environment: Join a fast-paced setting where you can apply yourexpertiseand contribute to operational Culture: We believe in teamwork and win-win relationships fostering an environment where together is to Work-Life Balance: Fair compensation comprehensive benefits and flexible practices to support your Growth: Ongoing training and development opportunities to advance your SummaryThe Product Development Technician is responsible for leading product development innovation and technical optimization within the food manufacturing facility. This role oversees the creation of new products the improvement of existing formulations and the development of processes that support product quality cost efficiency and scalability. The Product Development Technician collaborates closely with QA Production Supply Chain Marketing and Sales to bring new products to market while ensuring compliance with regulatory customer and company ResponsibilitiesEmbody and promotecompanys core values (Integrity Growth and Resilience).Support the development of new products from concept to formulation work prototype development and shelf-life production trials and performance testing. Improve existing products for quality functionality cost savings or processing all new and existing products meet CFIA and Safe Food for Canadians Regulations (SFCR).Support QA in ensuring compliance with GFSI standards (e.g. SQF/BRCGS).Support coordinate and prioritize multiple R&D projects and communicate project timelines deliverables and risk accurate records of formulations trial results and technical closely with Sales QA Production Supply Chain and Marketing to support product launches and continuous procurement with ingredient and supplier a culture of innovation experimentation and scientific the R&D lab and pilot testing environments meet safety and operational as CompetenciesStrong innovation mindset and creativityExcellent analytical and technical problem-solving abilitiesAbility to work cross-functionally with multiple teamsStrong leadership and coaching skillsHigh attention to detail and scientific accuracyResults-oriented with a continuous improvement focusQualifications & RequirementsDegree and/or Diploma in Food Science Chemistry Microbiology or related field; Masters degree an development or quality assurance experience in a food manufacturing environment; dairy bakery or specialty foods experience preferred. Strong understanding of food processing ingredient functionality and formulation of CFIA regulations SFCR requirements and GFSI certification project management problem-solving and communication with formulation tools data analysis ERP and Microsoft Office thank all applicants for their interest selected for an interview will be kindly ask you do notcontactus by offer of employment will be conditional uponsuccessfulreference checks and employment Dairy is committed to diversity and inclusion and welcomes applications from individuals with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidatesparticipatingin all aspects of the selection applications from:Canadian citizens and permanent residents of with a valid Canadian work permit.#MDL123