Applegate
Overview
DIRECTOR RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT - APPLEGATE CORPORATE OFFICE (BEDMINSTER, NJ) Base pay range: $117,000.00/yr - $168,000.00/yr Location: Applegate Corporate Office, Bedminster, NJ To save time applying, Applegate Farms does not offer sponsorship of job applicants for employment-based visas for this position at this time. About Applegate Farms: Founded in 1987, Applegate Farms, LLC produces high-quality natural and organic hot dogs, bacon, sausages, deli meats, cheese and frozen products. Our products are made without GMO ingredients, and we source from farms where animals are treated with care and respect and are allowed to grow at their natural rate, all part of our mission – Changing The Meat We Eat. Natural means our food is: from animals Applegate humanely raised without antibiotics, added hormones or growth promotants; from animals fed a vegetarian or pasture-centered diet (our beef is 100 percent grass-fed); free of added chemical nitrites, nitrates or phosphates; free of artificial ingredients or preservatives.
Applegate became a stand-alone subsidiary of Hormel Foods in July 2015.
Responsibilities
Under the general direction of the VP of R&D, FSQA, PMO & PLM, manage day-to-day operations and the overall project management of the R&D department, including development and implementation of strategies for execution of projects, budget and labor plans.
Prioritize department projects based on annual goals; review and approve major R&D projects, monitor progress, provide technical guidance to R&D staff.
Oversee department development by evaluating skills and capabilities of R&D staff and implementing plans to improve performance; mentor/coaching and personal development plans.
Represent the company in technical matters of high significance and interact with key partners to support brand production, including new technologies.
Maintain and develop external industry, scientific and university relationships to enhance R&D capabilities.
Collaborate with other departments on new technologies and processing enhancements that affect shelf-life and compliance with label requirements aligned to company mission.
Stay current on regulatory changes and ensure R&D operations remain compliant (USDA/FDA).
Determine feasibility of project objectives, timelines, and deliverables; communicate expected outcomes and alternatives as needed.
Oversee creation and development of new and existing products to support new business areas and penetrate existing accounts; allocate resources to meet strategic objectives.
Ensure shelf-life testing and pathogen validation are completed prior to launch; represent the brand at Food Safety Council forums.
Oversee product cuttings, sensory analysis, and ensure timely and complete reporting of results.
Maintain accurate formulation and specification information for all brand products.
Oversee the R&D Kitchen operations.
Qualifications
Required
B.S. Degree (Food Science, Meat Science, Engineering or Culinology preferred).
10 years of R&D experience in the food industry.
Demonstrated experience leading teams and improving processes within an R&D department.
Strong leadership, management and change management skills; excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
Technical knowledge to lead solving complex technical problems; attention to detail and decisive decision-making.
Experience with government regulatory requirements; strong written and verbal communication; collaboration and cross-functional teamwork.
Ability to evaluate meat products for sensory attributes; passion for the Organic and Natural industry.
Excellent computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
Must be a citizen or national of the United States, or have authorization to work in the United States.
Applicants must not require sponsorship for an employment visa.
Preferred
10 years of meat experience.
Location Applegate Corporate Office, Bedminster, NJ
Benefits Applegate/Justin's offers an excellent benefits package including a competitive base salary plus target incentive, annual merit reviews, medical, dental, vision, profit sharing, 401(k) with immediate eligibility, stock purchase plan, and paid time off. Relocation assistance to eligible applicants; tuition benefits for children of employees; and more.
Other At Applegate, base pay is one part of our total compensation package. The base hiring pay range for this role is between $117,000 and $168,000 per year, and actual pay will depend on knowledge, skills, experience, and location.
Hormel Foods and Applegate are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
We’re committed to diversity and inclusion. Learn more at Hormel Foods’ diversity and inclusion page.
Seniority level Director
Employment type Full-time
Job function Science and Research
Industries Food and Beverage Manufacturing and Manufacturing
We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. This description is for internal review and does not reflect any external postings beyond what is provided here.
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DIRECTOR RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT - APPLEGATE CORPORATE OFFICE (BEDMINSTER, NJ) Base pay range: $117,000.00/yr - $168,000.00/yr Location: Applegate Corporate Office, Bedminster, NJ To save time applying, Applegate Farms does not offer sponsorship of job applicants for employment-based visas for this position at this time. About Applegate Farms: Founded in 1987, Applegate Farms, LLC produces high-quality natural and organic hot dogs, bacon, sausages, deli meats, cheese and frozen products. Our products are made without GMO ingredients, and we source from farms where animals are treated with care and respect and are allowed to grow at their natural rate, all part of our mission – Changing The Meat We Eat. Natural means our food is: from animals Applegate humanely raised without antibiotics, added hormones or growth promotants; from animals fed a vegetarian or pasture-centered diet (our beef is 100 percent grass-fed); free of added chemical nitrites, nitrates or phosphates; free of artificial ingredients or preservatives.
Applegate became a stand-alone subsidiary of Hormel Foods in July 2015.
Responsibilities
Under the general direction of the VP of R&D, FSQA, PMO & PLM, manage day-to-day operations and the overall project management of the R&D department, including development and implementation of strategies for execution of projects, budget and labor plans.
Prioritize department projects based on annual goals; review and approve major R&D projects, monitor progress, provide technical guidance to R&D staff.
Oversee department development by evaluating skills and capabilities of R&D staff and implementing plans to improve performance; mentor/coaching and personal development plans.
Represent the company in technical matters of high significance and interact with key partners to support brand production, including new technologies.
Maintain and develop external industry, scientific and university relationships to enhance R&D capabilities.
Collaborate with other departments on new technologies and processing enhancements that affect shelf-life and compliance with label requirements aligned to company mission.
Stay current on regulatory changes and ensure R&D operations remain compliant (USDA/FDA).
Determine feasibility of project objectives, timelines, and deliverables; communicate expected outcomes and alternatives as needed.
Oversee creation and development of new and existing products to support new business areas and penetrate existing accounts; allocate resources to meet strategic objectives.
Ensure shelf-life testing and pathogen validation are completed prior to launch; represent the brand at Food Safety Council forums.
Oversee product cuttings, sensory analysis, and ensure timely and complete reporting of results.
Maintain accurate formulation and specification information for all brand products.
Oversee the R&D Kitchen operations.
Qualifications
Required
B.S. Degree (Food Science, Meat Science, Engineering or Culinology preferred).
10 years of R&D experience in the food industry.
Demonstrated experience leading teams and improving processes within an R&D department.
Strong leadership, management and change management skills; excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
Technical knowledge to lead solving complex technical problems; attention to detail and decisive decision-making.
Experience with government regulatory requirements; strong written and verbal communication; collaboration and cross-functional teamwork.
Ability to evaluate meat products for sensory attributes; passion for the Organic and Natural industry.
Excellent computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
Must be a citizen or national of the United States, or have authorization to work in the United States.
Applicants must not require sponsorship for an employment visa.
Preferred
10 years of meat experience.
Location Applegate Corporate Office, Bedminster, NJ
Benefits Applegate/Justin's offers an excellent benefits package including a competitive base salary plus target incentive, annual merit reviews, medical, dental, vision, profit sharing, 401(k) with immediate eligibility, stock purchase plan, and paid time off. Relocation assistance to eligible applicants; tuition benefits for children of employees; and more.
Other At Applegate, base pay is one part of our total compensation package. The base hiring pay range for this role is between $117,000 and $168,000 per year, and actual pay will depend on knowledge, skills, experience, and location.
Hormel Foods and Applegate are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
We’re committed to diversity and inclusion. Learn more at Hormel Foods’ diversity and inclusion page.
Seniority level Director
Employment type Full-time
Job function Science and Research
Industries Food and Beverage Manufacturing and Manufacturing
We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. This description is for internal review and does not reflect any external postings beyond what is provided here.
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