R&D Product Development Manager Job Listing at Kelly Services in San Fernando, CA (Job ID US3595830_BH9944561)

Description

R&D Product Development Manager

Kelly® Science & Clinical is seeking an R&D Product Development Manager for a direct-hire position at a cutting-edge client in San Fernando, CA. If you're passionate about bringing the latest scientific discoveries to life and are ready to take the next step in your career, trust The Experts at Hiring Experts.
Salary: $90,000–$120,000
Schedule: Monday–Friday, Full-Time, On-Site Overview
This client is an industry-leading company specializing in custom research studies for biotech and diagnostics manufacturers. They are known for executing complex, non-standard studies in a highly adaptable and rigorous lab environment. In this role, you will lead product development efforts, manage R&D staff, and oversee the creation and improvement of juice concentrates, flavor-based products, and beverage bases. You will also ensure compliance with SQF standards and collaborate cross-functionally to support lab scalability and performance. Responsibilities:

• Manage and oversee all product development activities within the department
• Independently develop new and existing products per customer or internal requirements
• Supervise and support R&D Product Development Chemists and Lab Technicians
• Assess feasibility of projects based on production capacity, technology, and equipment
• Perform cost analysis and recommend selling prices for developed products
• Ensure documentation of Master Formulas and compounding instructions
• Review and approve product specification sheets
• Communicate with customer technical staff to ensure product requirements are met
• Ensure all developed products meet SQF (Safe Quality Food) standards
• Provide technical assistance to customers and Client Sales Staff
• Offer on-site support for first-time productions and troubleshooting
• Monitor lab-to-production transitions to ensure product quality
• Perform other duties and special projects as required

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Food Science Technology, Nutrition, or related field
• Minimum 4 years of supervisory or management experience
• Demonstrated taste/aroma acuity
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and strong math skills (up to algebra)
• Effective written and verbal communication skills in English
• Ability to report to any Client facility as needed (primary location: San Fernando)

What happens next:
Once you apply, you'll proceed to next steps if your skills and experience look like a good fit. But don't worry – even if this position doesn't work out, you're still in our network. That means our team of expert Science & Clinical recruiters will have access to your profile, making your opportunities limitless.





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As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

Why Kelly® Science & Clinical?

Kelly Science & Clinical is your connection to premier scientific and clinical companies looking to hire industry experts just like you. Our team creates expert talent solutions to solve the world's most critical challenges. Every day, we match science professionals with dream jobs that fit their skills, interests, and career goals—it's the way we think job searching should be. Nearly 100 percent of our science recruiters have a professional background and education in science, so we know a thing or two about the science market and how to get your expertise noticed.

About Kelly

Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we're obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it's about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It's the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It's the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life—just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year.

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