Research & Development Manager

Company: Koch Foods
Location: Fairfield
Posted on: March 18, 2023

Job Description:

THE KOCH FOODS FAMILY IS GROWING!
Where you work matters; we want you to spend that time at a place you like, and with friends you enjoy.Our job offers growth for the future, a clear path towards earning more responsibility, gaining greater satisfaction, and achieving higher pay.What you can expect from the time you walk in the door to stepping out on the floor:

• A welcome phone call from your recruiter.
• An onsite interview with your manager.
• If offered a job, you will take a drug test and complete a background investigation.
  WHAT WE'LL OFFER YOU...
  DOLLARS AND CENTS:
  • The starting pay range for this position is based on experience and education.
  • Get paid every Friday!
  • Receive pay raises yearly.BENEFITS:
    • Paid Time Off!
    • FULL health, dental and vision insurance.
    • Short Term and Long Term Disability insurance.
    • Regardless of which medical plan you choose, receive a FREE $25,000 life insurance policy.
    • Use our purchasing program to finance everything from a bed, to a TV to a diamond!
    • Participate in the 401k Savings Program.PERKS AND BONUSES:
      • We'll reimburse any Cobra Insurance Cost you incur.
      • We provide you with all the necessary Personal Protection Equipment.
      • Our plant has employees from all over the world - we support 8 different languages.
      • Enjoy company cook-outs and giveaways.
      • Be a part of a Family Oriented Company that offers so much more!!
        WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING...
        
        • You will manage the development of product specifications for sales and production.
        • Manage the development and maintenance of product labels and USDA approvals.
        • Oversee the distribution and printing of labels for production
        • Oversee and improve Koch's nutritional information database, and coordinate any needed laboratory testing.
        • Answer customer questions and requests for information regarding specifications, labeling, or other product statistics.
        • Communicate with government agencies, customers and suppliers.
        • Supervise a staff of 4-5 people.
        • Other relevant duties and projects as assigned.
          WHAT YOU'LL BRING TO THE TEAM...
          
          • You must have a Bachelor of Science degree, ideally in Food Science, Meat Science or other related fields of study.
          • Must have experience in quality assurance and regulatory compliance.
          • Must have working knowledge of Federal food, meat and poultry regulations.
          • Must have supervisory and leadership skills and experience.
          • Computer skills in Microsoft Word, Excel and Power Point.
            THE ENVIRONMENT YOU CAN EXPECT...
            
            • You will be working in a manufacturing facility.
              THE DETAILS...
              Benefits are available after approximately 30 days of employment, and some benefits are available after a year of employment; be sure to speak with your HR team to gather the details. All team members must meet eligibility requirements to earn incentives and bonuses.This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by an employee occupying this position. Employees may be required to perform other related duties as assigned, to ensure workload coverage. This job description does NOT constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee, and is subject to change by the employer as the organizational needs and requirements of the job change.Koch Foods participates in the E-Verify system and uses all tools made available by the federal government to confirm the employment eligibility of all employees. All applicants are required to provide documentation proving their employment eligibility, and all offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of the E-Verify process. U.S. law requires companies to employ only individuals who may legally work in the United States - either U.S. citizens, or foreign citizens who have the necessary authorization.Koch Foods is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. INDLP
              Job Reference: OH00189

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