Product Manager/Product Evaluator II_USA

New Product Development Projects

• Aid Product Development Managers in managing documentation and new food product demonstrations across multiple categories.
• Receive, log, label, and store food product sample submissions.
• Maintain inventory management system of product samples.

Plan Set-up, Clean-up, and Sample Evaluations

• Plan and assist with product evaluations/cuttings, as assigned.
• Participate in cuttings and evaluate the organoleptic quality of products, as required.
• Create and distribute demonstration reports to cross-functional team.

Product Sample Testing

• Execute product sample testing, as appropriate per category (e.g., pH, viscosity, texture analyzer, etc.).
• Perform other duties, as assigned by supervisor.

Finished Product Specifications

• Create, update, review, and manage product files for finished product specifications in Albertsons internal specifications database system, including NLEA and ingredient statements.
• Route specifications for approval.

Qualifications

• Preferred Degree in Food Science, Chemical Engineering or a similar discipline.
• At least 7-9 years experience in a lab, manufacturing, or production facility plus the education listed above.
• Thorough knowledge of food manufacturing equipment, food preparation, ingredient functionality, product formulations, and sensory evaluation procedures.
• Thorough understanding of food safety and microbiology.
• Working knowledge of packaging technology to evaluate adequacy of packaging.
• Able to operate simple chemical and analytical tools and laboratory equipment (refractometer, pH meter, simple titrations, and various measuring devices).
• Excellent time management skills, sense of urgency, and desire to complete all assignments on a timely basis.