C.H. Guenther & Son, Inc. is hiring: Director, R&D Technical Services in San Ant

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The Company does not sell or otherwise disclose this personal information for monetary consideration or a business purpose to any third parties.For additional information regarding our privacy policies please visit chg.com or click the links below:**By closing this message box you are acknowledging that you have read and understood the above Privacy Notice and information contained therein.**Director, R&D Technical Services page is loaded## Director, R&D Technical Serviceslocations: San Antonio, TX (CH Guenther & Son)time type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R818092The Director of Technical Services R&D Bakery, reporting to the Sr. Director R&D, is responsible for providing scientific and engineering leadership throughout the product lifecycle, from concept to market launch. Based in San Antonio, TX, this role focuses on developing standardized plant trial protocols, ensuring smooth product transitions to large-scale production, and overseeing the installation and commissioning of new equipment and equipment modification. Key duties include collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop new bakery products, optimizing manufacturing processes, maintaining effective communication, and supporting continuous improvement in plant capabilities.**Duties and Responsibilities****:*** Direct and oversee the development and execution of comprehensive R&D plant trial protocols, procedures, and requirements, ensuring robust cross-functional alignment and collaboration.* Develop new bakery buns to satisfy consumer and market needs.* Work with R&D, operations, and QA to set processing standards that consistently achieve product targets.* Find process gaps and improvements to narrow specification ranges and enhance target performance.* Regularly update team members to review progress, give feedback, solve issues, and plan ahead. .* Collaborate on developing formulations, processing parameters, and specifications to support consistent production outcomes.* Maintain clear plant capability matrices showing current, near-term, and target proficiencies by product category.* Develop and execute multivariable experimental protocols for plant testing. Deliver comprehensive reports detailing results and findings.* Assist with process equipment optimization and new installations alongside Engineering, Operations CI, and R&D when needed.* Lead and partner with Operations leadership and CI leads on margin improvement design to value margin productivity opportunities in formulation and processing.* Develop a comprehensive co-manufacturer product development and qualification playbook outlining the procedures for assessment, approval, and testing.* Create professional development plans for R&D team members to support growth and skill advancement.* Performs all other duties as assigned.**Minimum Job Requirements:****Education/Certifications and Experience:*** Bachelor’s degree in a technical field – Food Science, Baking Science, Food Engineering or other related field. Advanced degree is a plus.* Minimum of 15 years of experience in Food Manufacturing R&D and/or Technical Services, with significant exposure to commercial bakery products* Relevant experience in non-food manufacturing may be considered* Demonstrated ability to develop and implement policies and procedures* Demonstrated success in project management related to the development and commercialization of new products required* Experience collaborating with customers, suppliers, assemblers, and co-manufacturers to develop and commercialize new products.* Extensive experience with food manufacturing facilities, preferably in bakery processes.**Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:*** Proficient use of a computer, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote), and other related applications or software.* Strong understanding of scientific principles and methods relevant to food product research and development* Strong understanding of continuous improvement principles and tools* Expert understanding of process and product interactions* Broad knowledge of food ingredients, with expertise in grain-based foods preferred* Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to assist scientists and Operations in diagnosing issues and implementing effective solutions* Strong research, data analysis and project management skills* Proven communication and influencing skills with cross-functional teams and external partners* General knowledge of GMPs and AIB standards* Ability to work effectively with diverse groups of associates ranging from entry level to executive level positions.* Ability to manage multiple tasks, often with competing deadlines.* Ability to analyze complex technical problems and devise creative and effective solutions.* Ability to effectively train and transfer knowledge to plant Operations and QA personnel.* Ability to work independently or in a team environment.* Must be able to set priorities, delegate responsibilities, and meet timelines.* Ability to work with multiple internal stakeholders to manage and meet expectations and demands of new product development process.**Supervisory Responsibilities****:*** Manage multiple direct reports including but not limited to: Manager(s), Scientist(s), or other assigned staff.* Work requires supervising and monitoring work performance of direct reports including making final decisions on hiring and disciplinary actions, evaluating program/work objectives and effectiveness, and realigning work and staffing assignments, as needed.* Develop functional responsibilities of individuals that report to this position and ensure that best in-class output is created.**Working Conditions and Physical Effort:*** Typical work in office environment but will spend periods of time in manufacturing plants which will have exposure to unusual elements, such as dirt, dust, fumes, odors, darkness and/or poor lighting, noise and vibration. Seasonal exposure to weather elements to include, but not limited to, extreme temperatures, wetness and humidity.* Must be able to lift up and carry 25 pounds at times.* Substantial travel required (up to 50%) mostly in North America.**Expectations:*** Will demonstrate, promote, and exemplify the Company’s Core Values.At C.H. Guenther, we value transparency in compensation. By providing the salary range for this role, we aim to promote fairness and help candidates make informed choices about their career. The salary range for this role is:$118,314.00 - $226,639.00This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as the final offer amount may vary based on factors including job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, along with geographic location. C.H. Guenther is proud to offer competitive compensation and benefit programs that include medical, dental, vision, flexible savings account, health savings account, 401K matching savings plan, employee assistance program, wellness programs, life insurance, AD&D insurance, disability insurance, tuition reimbursement, student loan counseling, employee referral program, paid time off, and more! For additional information about our company, go to www.chg.com.C.H. Guenther & Son and its subsidiaries are E-Verify participating employers.All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of the pre-employment screening process which includes a drug screen and review of criminal background and other records as required.AA/EEO/Drug-Free EmployerC.H. Guenther is a growing, privately owned corporation that has delivered high quality products, #J-18808-Ljbffr In Summary: The Director of Technical Services R&D Bakery is responsible for providing scientific and engineering leadership throughout the product lifecycle, from concept to market launch . Based in San Antonio, TX, this role focuses on developing standardized plant trial protocols, ensuring smooth product transitions to large-scale production . En Español: C.H. Guenther & Son y sus grupos operativos, filiales y afiliadas (the Company) se comprometen a proteger la privacidad y seguridad de la información personal de todas las personas, incluidos los solicitantes de empleo. La Compañía recopila información personal del candidato al trabajo en relación con sus actividades de contratación y reclutamiento. Las tareas clave incluyen colaborar con equipos interfuncionales para desarrollar nuevos productos de panadería, optimizar los procesos de fabricación, mantener una comunicación efectiva y apoyar la mejora continua de las capacidades de las plantas.**Trabajos y Responsabilidades****:*** Dirigir y supervisar el desarrollo y ejecución de protocolos integrales de ensayo de I+D en las instalaciones, procedimientos y requisitos, asegurando un robusto alineamiento e colaboración entre funciones. * Desarrollar nuevas bolas de panadero para satisfacer las necesidades del consumidor y del mercado.* Trabajar con R&D, operaciones y calificación para establecer estándares de procesamiento que logren constantemente objetivos de producto.* Encontrar brechas de proceso y mejoras para estrechar rangos de especificaciones y mejorar el rendimiento objetivo. Entregue informes completos que detalen los resultados y hallazgos.* Asiste con la optimización de equipos de proceso e instalaciones nuevas junto a Ingeniería, CI Operativos y I+D cuando sea necesario.* Lidere y colabore con el liderazgo de Operaciones y CI en diseño de mejora del margen para valorar las oportunidades de productividad marginal en la formulación y procesamiento.* Desarrolle un manual completo de desarrollo de productos y calificación del co-fabricante describiendo los procedimientos de evaluación, aprobación y pruebas.* Crea planes de desarrollo profesional para miembros del equipo de I + D para apoyar el crecimiento y avance de habilidades.* Realice todas las demás tareas según se le asigna.** Requisitos mínimos de trabajo:**** Educación/Certificaciones y Experiencia:*** Licenciatura en un campo técnico Ciencias alimentarias, ciencias horneares, ingeniería alimenticia u otro ámbito relacionado. El grado avanzado es un plus.* Un mínimo de 15 años de experiencia en I+D y/o Servicios Técnicos Directos para la Fabricación Superalimentaria, con una exposición significativa a los productos de panadería comerciales* Se puede considerar experiencia relevante en fabricación no alimentaria * Capacidad demostrada para desarrollar e implementar políticas y procedimientos directos* Éxito demostrado en gestión de proyectos relacionados con el desarrollo y comercialización de nuevos productos requeridos* Experiencia colaborando con clientes, proveedores, ensambladores y co-fabricantes para elaborar y comercializar nuevos productos.* Extensa experiencia con instalaciones de producción de alimentos, preferiblemente en procesos de panadero responsables.** Conocimiento, habilidades y capacidades: ** Realización eficaz del uso de una computadora, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote) y otras aplicaciones o conocimientos específicos relacionados con las acciones científicas relacionadas con la investigación y el desarrollo de productos necesarios. La exposición estacional a los elementos meteorológicos incluye, pero no se limita a, temperaturas extremas, humedad y humedad.* Debe ser capaz de levantarse y llevar 25 libras a veces. Se requieren viajes sustanciales (hasta el 50%) principalmente en América del Norte.**Las expectativas:*** Demonstrarán, promoverán e ejemplificarán los Valores Principales de la Compañía. Guenther & Son y sus filiales son empleadores participantes en E-Verify.Todas las ofertas de empleo están condicionadas a la finalización exitosa del proceso de detección previa al empleo, que incluye un examen de drogas y una revisión de antecedentes penales y otros registros según sea necesario.AA/EEO/Employer Free DrugsC.H.