Research and Development Project Manager

Research and Development Project Manager

Join Lunds & Byerlys as a Full Time Research and Development Project Manager at our Production Facility in Eden Prairie and immerse yourself in a vibrant, collaborative environment where innovation thrives. This onsite role allows you to lead exciting projects, transforming culinary concepts into market-ready products that delight our customers. You will work alongside a dedicated team that values humble problem-solvers who drive excellence and uphold our core values. With a competitive salary range of $61,000 to $83,000 per year, you'll be well-compensated for your expertise and contributions.

Don't miss this opportunity to advance your career with a company that champions respect and teamwork at every level.

Our Commitment to You

Lunds & Byerlys is committed to taking care of the employees who take care of our customers. We are committed to creating work environments centered around the values of hospitality, teamwork, and opportunity. Lunds & Byerlys is committed to providing equal opportunities to all interested and qualified candidates. Our culture is based in teamwork, innovation, and respect. These words are not just tossed around. They are at the core of who we are as a Star Tribune Top Workplace 2019-2025.

This position is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the physical, mental, and financial well-being of our team members. Our benefits include competitive medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with various health spending and savings accounts. We provide supplemental free on-demand healthcare and generous paid time off. Additionally, team members can take advantage of 401(k) matching and other value-added benefits focused on overall health and wellness.

What's Your Day Like?

As the Full Time Research and Development Project Manager at Lunds & Byerlys, you will spearhead the planning, coordination, implementation, and execution of projects and process enhancements in our product innovation kitchen. You will collaborate closely with the product innovation leadership team to define project scopes, allocate resources, and establish timelines, budgets, and deliverables. By monitoring project progress and reporting to key stakeholders, you will identify challenges and propose solutions to ensure successful outcomes.

Additionally, you will implement necessary changes to meet project requirements and facilitate training sessions for team members on document systems and databases. This role is pivotal in driving continuous improvement in tools and processes, ensuring that our commitment to excellence and customer-centricity remains at the forefront of our operations.

Requirements for This Research and Development Project Manager Job

To excel as a Full Time Research and Development Project Manager at Lunds & Byerlys, you will need a robust set of skills and competencies. A service-oriented mindset combined with a high-energy, positive demeanor will be essential, as you will interact with various team members and stakeholders. You must be adept at managing multiple projects while adapting to continually changing priorities, ensuring effective coordination throughout. Strong knowledge of compliance requirements with USDA, FDA, OSHA, SQF, and good manufacturing practices will be crucial in this role. Proficiency in software tools such as MS Office and SharePoint is necessary, complemented by exceptional customer service, interpersonal, and communication skills. Experience in Adobe Workfront, or other project management software is a plus.

You should possess strong math and problem-solving abilities, as well as organizational skills to manage time efficiently. Familiarity with formulations, recipes, process design, and laboratory techniques will also enhance your effectiveness. Your capacity to maintain confidentiality and work both independently and collaboratively will be key to achieving project success.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education

Required : High School diploma

Two or more years' experience in strategic planning, risk management and / or change management

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Compensation Disclaimer

The actual rate of pay offered within the range may depend on several factors such as skills, knowledge, expertise, and experience. Our organization also values internal equity when making job offers. Hiring at the maximum of the range is not typical.