Research and Development Director jobs in Jackson, TN

Research and Development Director directs and implements an organization's research and development policies, objectives, and initiatives. Ensures research and development activities will maintain an organization's competitive position and profitability. Being a Research and Development Director consults with top management and research and development team and makes recommendations based on research findings and product performance. May require an advanced degree. Additionally, Research and Development Director typically reports to top management. The Research and Development Director manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure. Deep knowledge of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function. To be a Research and Development Director typically requires 5+ years of managerial experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Associate Manager Research & Development
  • ST CLAIR FOODS INC
  • Memphis, TN FULL_TIME
  • Description

    Responsible for assisting in managing the St. Clair Foods Research and Product Development Department, testing and formulating recipes from benchtop to production, working with and implementing ingredients, maintaining current product quality, working closely with the Purchasing, Quality Control, Production, and Sales Departments.

    This position reports to the Research & Development Director, dotted line VP and CEO.


    Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

      

    · Create new products/formulations.

    · Match existing products/formulations using samples/formulas from customers. 

    · Manage the scale-up of new products/formulations (from bench-top to production). 

    · Maintain and/or improve current product quality using knowledge of food ingredients, bases, stabilizers, starches, preservatives, etc.

    · Create and maintain ingredient statements, NFPs, and FDA and USDA labels utilizing Genesis Nutritional Database and other computer programs

    · Manage customer requests for new and existing products and be able to work with customers’ staff.

    · Manage Vendor samples, new ingredients, specification sheets, and approvals.

    · Manage finished product specifications. 

    · Work with sales team for customer recipe development, sampling, product handling, training, and any other Product Development related business.

    · Work closely with purchasing and QC departments 

    · Occasional travel <10%

      

    Qualifications:

      

    · Bachelor of Science or Art from a four-year college or university, and at least 2 years of experience in a food-related business. 

    · Basic computer skills, knowledgeable on Excel, Word, Genesis, ability to learn computer programs applicable to food production 

    · Strong verbal and written communication skills. 

    · Team oriented: willingness to give and receive constructive feedback and work in a highly collaborative environment

    · Be able to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and make written reports. 

    · Judgment: able to make judgement calls in critical situations

    · Strategic Thinking: displays critical thinking skills, proactive in decision making 

    · Problem Solving: leverages a proactive & creative approach to issues/roadblocks


    Work Environment:

      

    · Frequently exposed to cold and wet and/or humid conditions in order to perform the essential functions of this job. 

    · Occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, airborne particles and extreme cold.

    · Frequently performing job duties while on your feet for extended periods of time.

    Requirements

    Qualifications:


    · Bachelor of Science or Art from a four-year college or university, and at least 2 years of experience in a food-related business. 

    · Basic computer skills, knowledgeable on Excel, Word, Genesis, ability to learn computer programs applicable to food production 

    · Strong verbal and written communication skills. 

    · Team oriented: willingness to give and receive constructive feedback and work in a highly collaborative environment

    · Be able to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and make written reports. 

    · Judgment: able to make judgement calls in critical situations

    · Strategic Thinking: displays critical thinking skills, proactive in decision making 

    · Problem Solving: leverages a proactive & creative approach to issues/roadblocks

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Research and Development Engineer - 2939
  • Barnhart Crane & Rigging
  • Memphis, TN FULL_TIME
  • PURPOSE - Barnhart is built on a strong foundation of serving others. The fruit of our labor is used to grow the company, care for our employees, and serve those in our communities and around the worl...
  • 12 Days Ago

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Director of Development
  • New Hope Christian Academy
  • Memphis, TN FULL_TIME
  • Reports To: Head of School Position Overview: The Director of Development serves a critical role at New Hope Christian Academy. Given the unique funding model of New Hope, the school relies heavily on...
  • 22 Days Ago

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Development Director
  • American Heart Association
  • Memphis, TN OTHER
  • Overview Now is the time to join us and make a difference. Be a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives. Here at the American Heart Association, you matter and so does your career. We ...
  • 23 Days Ago

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Director of Development
  • RISE Foundation Inc
  • Memphis, TN FULL_TIME
  • RISE Memphis, Inc. Position Announcement – November 2023 RISE is an Equal Opportunity Employer Job Title/Department: Director of Development Location: 1355 Lynnfield St., Suite 101 Memphis, TN 38119 S...
  • 9 Days Ago

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Development Director
  • Porter-leath
  • Memphis, TN FULL_TIME
  • Under the direction of the Vice President of Development, the Development Director will implement a development and fundraising program to provide for the short- and long-term needs of the organizatio...
  • 16 Days Ago

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Director of Case Management (RN / RT / MSW) - $10,000 Sign On Bonus
  • Select Medical Corporation
  • Jackson, TN
  • Overview Critical Illness Recovery Hospital Director of Case Management $10,000 Sign On Bonus Clinical license as a regi...
  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Entrepreneurial Agency Owner
  • AAA-The Auto Club Group
  • Jackson, TN
  • AAA - The Auto Club Group, is seeking ambitious, business-minded, and visionary Entrepreneurial Agency Owners to join ou...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Business Risk Leader
  • Koch Industries
  • Jackson, TN
  • Your Job Georgia-Pacific is currently recruiting for a Business Risk Leader to join our Dixie® team in Jackson, Tennesse...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Assistant Manager
  • Papa John's
  • Jackson, TN
  • ** Assistant Manager** *Share by Email* Location: 2089 NORTH HIGHLAND AVENUE, SUITE D Jackson, TN **THIS IS A FRANCHISE ...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Store Manager
  • Bridgestone America, Inc.
  • Jackson, TN
  • **Store Manager** Employee: Regular : Full time Location: Jackson , TN Team: Retail : 2021_33383 Zip Code: 38305 Posted ...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Team Leader>
  • Carrols Restaurant Group
  • Jackson, TN
  • Carrols Restaurant Group - 2553 Christmasville Cove [Shift Manager] As a Team Leader with Carrols Restaurant Group, you'...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Assistant Manager>
  • McAlister's Deli
  • Jackson, TN
  • McAlister's Deli - JobID: 27862220 [Restaurant Supervisor] As an Assistant Manager at McAlister's Deli, you'll: Direct o...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Cafeteria Dining Monitor - Arlington Elementary School - 2020-2021
  • Jackson Madison County School System
  • Jackson, TN
  • **NOTICE OF VACANCY** **Jackson Madison County School System** **Deadline: Until Filled** **TITLE:** Cafe' Dining Monito...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

Jackson is a city in and the county seat of Madison County, Tennessee. Located 70 miles (110 km) east of Memphis, it is a regional center of trade for West Tennessee. Its total population was 65,211 at the 2010 census and 67,265 in the 2012 Census estimate. Jackson is the primary city of the Jackson, Tennessee metropolitan area, which is included in the Jackson-Humboldt, Tennessee combined statistical area. Jackson is Madison County's largest city, and the second-largest city in West Tennessee next to Memphis. It is home to the Tennessee Supreme Court's courthouse for West Tennessee, as Jackso...
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