JOB STATEMENT

An Innovation Process Engineer develops new technologies, products, or processes to drive business growth and efficiency.
This role involves a blend of engineering, research, and business strategy, focusing on creating and implementing innovative solutions to solve complex problems.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ideation and Concept Development:

Generating new ideas, identifying opportunities for innovation, and developing initial concepts for new products, technologies, or processes. Develop preliminary process flow diagrams to ensure the customer’s stated needs and product specifications are met.

• Research and Analysis:

Conducting research to understand market needs, existing solutions, and emerging technologies, and analyzing data to inform innovation efforts.

• Prototyping and Testing:

Building prototypes, conducting tests, and iterating on designs to validate concepts and refine solutions for the new product. Process Commercialization: serve as the lead when it comes to transferring new processes and technologies from the laboratory/bench/pilot scale into full production.

• Collaboration and Communication:

This position will interact as part of larger cross-functional teams including members of Operations, Commercial, Research & Development, Finance, Food Safety& Quality and other functions as appropriate.

• Technical Development:

Designing, developing, and implementing new technologies or solutions on Snacks (bar lines) and Foodservice (muffins and pastry and croissant products)

• Problem Solving:

Identifying thruputs and bottlenecks on existing production line and solving technical challenges throughout the innovation process, from initial concept to final implementation.

• Project Management:

Managing the scope, schedule, and resources of innovation projects, ensuring they are delivered on time and within budget.

• Staying Updated:

Continuously learning about new technologies and trends to identify opportunities for innovation and improve existing solutions.

· 3-5 years’ experience in a similar role

• The ability to effectively communicate technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences