Product Development Manager

Posted 2 days ago

yost foodsStrongsville (OH)

Natural Sciences Managers Perishable Prepared Food Manufacturing

SENIORITY

Manager

SALARY

$140,000 per year

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About the role

Salary Range: $140,000.00 To $160,000.00 Annually

Yost Foods, Inc. is seeking a full-time driven and innovative Product Development Manager to lead our Product Development and Regulatory Compliance teams. This role is critical in delivering high-quality, safe, and commercially successful food ingredients while fostering a high-performance, collaborative team grounded in our core values.

WHY JOIN YOST FOODS?

$140,000 - $160,000 per year based on experience
Safe working environment – PPE and continuous trainingPTO available after 60-day introductory period9 paid holidays 401K with company match
Company paid health insurance for employee – available after 30 days
Be a part of a company that values innovation, teamwork and customer success
Lead impactful projects from concept to commercialization
Work in an environment focused on growth, learning, and excellence

How You’ll Make an Impact: Leadership & Team Development Lead and mentor Product Development and Regulatory Compliance teams, setting clear priorities and development goals. Build a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Foster a creative, problem-solving environment that promotes innovation and high performance. Manage, coach, and develop staff while ensuring alignment with company objectives. Project & Product Development Execution Drive multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring on-time delivery, accuracy, and audit-ready documentation. Develop new product concepts and prototypes through all stages of bench development to commercialization. Lead cross-functional efforts to scale up and launch new products successfully. Support product optimization, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement initiatives. Technical Expertise & Collaboration Provide technical leadership and support across Sales, Quality, Operations, Procurement, and customers. Assist Sales by translating customer needs into viable product solutions and supporting new business development. Maintain proactive communication with customers throughout the product lifecycle. Food Safety, Quality & Compliance Ensure all products meet or exceed SQF standards, customer requirements, and regulatory guidelines. Maintain compliance with FDA labeling regulations, HACCP, GMPs, allergen control, and food safety systems. Lead efforts to validate processes, maintain documentation, and support audits. Investigate customer complaints and drive corrective actions. Knowledge & Expertise:

Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Chemistry, Biology, or related field5–7 years of experience in food research & developmentStrong leadership and project management skills with the ability to prioritize effectively Technical Expertise Proven experience with Ready-to-Eat and Aw/pH-controlled product developmentStrong knowledge of:

FDA labeling regulationsHACCP, GMPs, allergen control, and regulatory compliance
Culinary experience is a plus
If you’re a strategic leader with a passion for food innovation and team development, we’d love to hear from you!* Hiring not finalized until the successful completion of background check*Monday - Friday in person in Brunswick, Ohio

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