Manager, Product Development

$120,000 - $168,000/Yr

Mattson & Co. - Foster City, CA

posted about 2 months ago

Full-time - Manager
Foster City, CA
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

At Mattson, we have been at the forefront of the food and beverage industry for over 45 years, partnering with a diverse range of clients from startups to established brands. Our mission is to create significant business opportunities for our clients by helping them identify where to compete and how to succeed. We pride ourselves on not just strategizing but also executing these strategies effectively. As a Manager of Product Development, you will play a crucial role in this process, overseeing the development and commercialization of new products across various categories. Your responsibilities will encompass all phases of product development, from initial concept formulation to commercial launch, while ensuring compliance with critical technical standards such as food safety, stability, and nutritional guidelines. In this role, you will manage a team of product developers and commercialization experts, guiding them through the complexities of product creation. You will be responsible for staffing, resource management, and providing mentorship to your team. Your hands-on approach will involve direct participation in product development initiatives, ideation sessions, and client meetings. You will also be expected to master benchtop processes and collaborate closely with Commercialization Managers to scale up products effectively. Your ability to communicate technical information clearly and maintain strong client relationships will be essential to your success in this position. The work environment at Mattson is dynamic and fast-paced, requiring you to juggle multiple priorities and timelines. You will leverage your technical expertise and problem-solving skills to tackle complex challenges in food product development and manufacturing. Your contributions will not only impact our clients but also enhance the overall success of our organization.

Responsibilities

  • Manage a team of product developers and commercialization experts to create new products across multiple categories.
  • Oversee all phases of product development from initial bench development to commercial launch.
  • Ensure compliance with food safety, stability, shelf-life, scalability, cost, and nutritional guidelines.
  • Develop staffing plans and manage resources for the product development area.
  • Provide guidance, coaching, and training to team members and other employees.
  • Participate in special projects to support the product development function.
  • Execute client initiatives, including product development and ideation sessions.
  • Master benchtop processes and collaborate with Commercialization Managers for product scaling.
  • Assist with commercialization trials as needed.
  • Write and review technical and project status reports, protocols, and specifications.
  • Utilize problem-solving skills to address complex technical challenges in food product development.
  • Communicate technical information internally and externally throughout project phases.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Food Science or a related discipline.
  • 10+ years of experience in food and/or beverage product development with commercialization experience.
  • Demonstrated leadership ability through organization of small teams or projects.
  • Direct people management experience, especially in coaching new team members.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Willingness to travel domestically and occasionally internationally as required.
  • High integrity and commitment with a strong work ethic.
  • Ability to lift 30 to 40 lbs.

Nice-to-haves

  • Knowledge of Google Sheets, Docs, Slides, and ESHA Genesis program.
  • Commitment to personal and professional growth and the success of the company and clients.
  • MBA or business degree.
  • Culinary degree or experience in food service or restaurant operations.
  • Production experience.
  • Quality Assurance experience.

Benefits

  • 401K
  • Health Savings Account
  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
  • Profit sharing
  • Outstanding breakfast and lunch served fresh every Monday-Friday.
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