Research and Development Manager - Hard Cheese

Join a leading food manufacturing organization as a hands-on Research and Development Manager focused on hard cheese innovation and process improvement. Use your technical expertise to drive product development and influence cross-functional teams.
This managerial role requires strong project leadership skills and a passion for product development to inspire teams and achieve business objectives. You will lead R&D initiatives, focusing on formulation optimization and continuous improvement within the cheese category. Work closely with various departments including Operations, Quality, and Marketing to realize exciting product innovations.
Key Responsibilities:
• Lead product innovation and formulation optimization
• Manage multiple R&D projects ensuring timelines are met
• Oversee research activities and plant trials
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for project success
• Identify cost-saving opportunities through process improvements
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