Senior Product Developer in Bakery R&D

Become the key innovator at a leading Hamilton, Ontario bakery as a Senior Product Developer. You’ll drive product development, commercialization, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Our client, a dynamic commercial bakery, seeks a Senior Product Developer to lead their R&D function. This role offers full accountability for developing bakery products from concept to launch, applying your extensive R&D experience. You will have the chance to shape the product innovation strategy and build a team as the company grows.
Key Responsibilities:
• Lead end-to-end product development for all bakery items
• Drive cost optimization and process improvements
• Conduct trials and collaborate with Operations and Quality
• Translate market signals into viable product solutions
• Support sales presentations and tastings
Requirements:
• Degree in Food Science, Food Engineering, or Chemistry
• 5+ years of R&D experience in commercial baking
• Knowledge of ingredient f...