Product Developer in Leading Bakery Food Manufacturer

Product Developer in Leading Bakery Food Manufacturer Our client, a leading bakery manufacturer in Etobicoke/Vaughan, is looking for a passionate and skilled Product Developer (Fillings, Icings & Whipped Cream) to lead the creation and optimization of innovative filling and decoration products for bakery, dessert and dairy applications. Reporting to the VP Product Development and Regulatory Affairs, this role combines culinary creativity, food science expertise, and strong commercialization skills to deliver high‑quality, consumer‑preferred products from concept to launch. Responsibilities Product Development & Innovation Develop new fillings, whipped toppings and cream‑based products aligned with consumer trends and customer needs. Translate ideas into prototypes, ensuring desired taste, texture, stability and functionality. Optimize recipes for scale‑up, cost, and manufacturing. Technical & Process Expertise Conduct bench‑top trials, pilot runs, and factory scale‑ups. Work closely with cross‑functional teams to ensure successful product launches. Quality & Compliance Ensure all formulations meet food safety, labeling, and regulatory requirements. Conduct shelf‑life, sensory, and performance testing. Project Management Manage multiple development projects from concept to commercialization. Collaborate with suppliers on new ingredients and technologies development. Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Food Engineering, Dairy Science, or related field. 3‑7 years’ experience in product development, preferably in dairy, bakery, or dessert category. Strong knowledge of emulsions, aeration, stabilizers, hydrocolloids, and dairy/plant‑based cream systems. Experience with manufacturing scale‑up. Solid understanding of food safety. Strong sensory evaluation and analytical skills. Passion for innovation and consumer‑centric product design. Experience in whipped cream, icings, or bakery fillings (preferred). How to Apply Please send your resume to View email address on click.appcast.io with the subject "Product Developer". - - - - We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, colour, religion, creed, national origin, gender or gender‑identity, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, pregnancy or parental status, or any other basis prohibited by law. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of our customers and communities in which we live and serve. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you require accommodation throughout the hiring process, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs. Reasonable accommodation requests are considered on a case‑by‑case basis. #J-18808-Ljbffr Great Connections Employment Services