Greenfield Milling
TITLE Director of R&D
Job Location Salt Lake City, UT 73099
Position Type Full Time
Education Level 4 Year Degree
Salary Range $100,000.00 - $125,000.00 Salary/year
Travel Percentage Up to 25%
Description
Description
The Director of Research & Development provides strategic and technical leadership for the development, improvement, and commercialization of flour-based products, grain ingredients, blends, and value-added solutions. This position will lead innovation efforts while supporting manufacturing, quality, sales, marketing, and customers to ensure products meet functional, regulatory, food safety, and commercial requirements.
The Director oversees product development from concept through commercialization while driving continuous improvement, ingredient optimization, cost reduction, and technical excellence across the organizational strategies. This person can be based out of Logan, UT, Salt Lake City, UT or Denver, CO.
Director of R & D Responsibilities:
Develop and execute the company\'s R&D strategy aligned with business objectives.Lead development of new flour products, custom blends, premixes, and specialty grain ingredients.Improve existing products for functionality, quality, nutrition, shelf life, and cost.Identify emerging consumer trends and evaluate new ingredients and technologies.Serve as the company\'s technical expert in flour milling, grain science, cereal chemistry, and baking applications.Lead laboratory, pilot plant, and commercial production trials.Develop technical specifications and testing protocols.Support manufacturing and customer technical troubleshooting.Partner with Operations to improve milling yields, consistency, and efficiency.Optimize blending and ingredient handling processes.Lead continuous improvement and cost reduction initiatives.Provide technical support to Sales and Marketing.Work directly with customers on product development projects.Assist with customer presentations and technical documentation.
Qualifications
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in microbiology, Biotechnology, food science, biology, or a related field, plus 2-3 years of relevant experience.Relevant industry experience R&D, and commercialization of food or dairy products and ingredients.Travel requirement is up to 25%.The ideal candidate will possess advanced skills in collaboration, technical communication, and effective presentation, coupled with the ability to work cohesively with diverse teams. The candidate should demonstrate expertise in research design, statistical analysis, and interpretation of scientific findings, paired with strategic thinking and business acumen. A strong work ethic, integrity, and a commitment to representing farmer values are essential attributes for this role.
Working Conditions:
Frequently required to sit, walk, and stand.Frequently use hands, arms, and fingers for high volume of typing, etc.Occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently.
Benefits:
Medical Insurance (first day of the month after starting date)Health Savings and Flexible Spending AccountDental InsuranceVision InsuranceLife Insurance and AD&D, Employer PaidShort Term DisabilityLong Term DisabilityEmployee Assistance ProgramAccident Insurance, optionalCritical Illness Insurance, optional401K, Employer MatchPTO & Vacation Pay 9 Paid HolidaysCompany Product DiscountsTuition Reimbursement, up to $5,000.00 per calendar yearMaternity/Paternity/Adoption LeaveCompany Incentive PlanBereavement PayRelocation Available
Utah Flour Milling dba Greenfield Milling is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, pregnancy, leave status, disability, veteran status, genetic information and/or any other characteristic or status protected by national, federal, state, or local law. #PM21
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- Posted 7 days ago
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