Product Developer – Food Science / R&D

Now Hiring: Product Developer – Food Science / R&D
Location: Louisville, CO (Onsite)
Duration: 07/06/2026 – 12/21/2026

Check out the role overview below If you are confident you have got the right skills and experience, apply today.

We are seeking an experienced Product Developer to support innovation, renovation, and value improvement initiatives within a leading food & beverage organization. This role will be heavily involved in formulation development, pilot plant testing, industrial trials, commercialization activities, and cross-functional project leadership.

Key Responsibilities:
Develop innovative and renovated product formulations aligned with consumer, brand, regulatory, quality, and food safety requirements.
Manage medium to high complexity R&D projects through stage-gate processes.
Conduct bench-top development, pilot plant trials, and industrial-scale testing.
Lead product commercialization and launch activities.
Analyze technical data and analytical measurements to drive project decisions.
Collaborate with ingredient suppliers, co-manufacturers, vendors, engineering, manufacturing, and cross-functional teams.
Organize tasting sessions and consumer test sample production.
Prepare product specifications and ensure documentation readiness before commercialization.
Identify opportunities for innovation, productivity improvements, and business growth.
Share technical expertise and best practices across the broader R&D organization. xsgimln
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree in Food Science or a related field with 5–10 years of experience
OR
Master's Degree in Food Science or a related field with 3–5 years of experience
Strong product development and formulation experience
Experience with pilot plant and manufacturing trials
Excellent project management and organizational skills
Strong written and verbal communication abilities
Ability to collaborate cross-functionally and mentor team members
Proficiency with computer applications and R&D software tools

Preferred Background:
• Food & Beverage Product Development
• Dairy, Coffee Creamers, Beverages, or Related Consumer Packaged Goods
• Commercialization & Scale-Up Activities
• Stage-Gate Project Management

If you or someone in your network is interested, please send your updated resume to or connect with me directly.