Food Technologist - Technical Innovation2233 Sheppard Ave WJoin Riverside Natural Foods Ltd., a Canadian-based, family-owned, and globally operating business, committed to leaving the world better than we found it. As a B-Corp certified, Triple-Bottom Line company, we proudly manufacture nutritious, 'better-for-you' snacks such as MadeGood and GOOD TO GO. We value teamwork, humility, respect, ownership, adaptability, grit, and fun.We’re on an ambitious mission to double our business by 2030, and we need talented individuals like you to help us reach new heights. At Riverside, you’ll have the opportunity to chart your own path to success while contributing to ours. We believe anything worth doing is worth doing right, and our values will guide us through the rugged terrain – and yes, it will get rough. But that’s what makes the journey worthwhile.So, lace up your boots and let’s tackle the climb together.The Food Technologist on the Technical Innovation team will be responsible for supporting Innovation and new product development at Riverside. The Food Technologist should be a creative self-starter with an aptitude for learning and applying knowledge of food science principles to different scenarios. The candidate should have a solid foundation in applied science and a demonstrated skill and interest with recipe development and/or culinary arts.The ideal candidate should be curious, flexible, adaptable to changing priorities and comfortable with ambiguity and change. They will possess the grit to overcome steep obstacles with a positive attitude. They should be able to navigate challenges creatively, follow detailed processes accurately, use data to inform decision-making, and translate scientific findings into actionable insights.The successful candidate should embody Riverside’s core values and be a role model for the team. They should be passionate about science and committed to delivering honest results.Primary ResponsibilitiesDemonstrate and uphold Riverside’s Core ValuesParticipate in identification of new innovation opportunities to meet Riverside’s current needs and future growth plansKeep abreast of industry trends in the global snack marketplace and beyondAttend trade shows, seminars, customer/vendor meetings, etc. as neededBuild collaborative relationships with existing or new ingredient vendor partnersDevelop new recipes and flavours with guidance in line with required brand attributes, cost targets, timelines, certifications (e.G. Kosher, Organic, Vegan, Gluten-Free, etc.), and other relevant food safety, regulatory and quality parametersComplete proof of principle research and testing to ensure feasibility and readiness of new products for refinement and launch in large scale manufacturing. Including but not limited to:Follow established protocols for experimental design and execution. Seek guidance for higher complexity projects.Perform testing at lab scale, pilot scale or full-scale manufacturing trials both internally and externally to ensure feasibility of productUse sound scientific evidence to seek truth, rather than success or failure. Use this information to make informed decisions and provide actionable insights with guidanceSelect, execute, and interpret sensory evaluation tests with guidanceClearly communicate findings to cross‑functional and non‑technical stakeholdersCollaborate with brand marketing teams to ensure alignment with market & consumer trends, brand guardrails and technical feasibilityManage projects and conduct technical risk assessments while collaborating with multiple stakeholders under supervision. Complete assigned tasks on‑time & collaborate with cross‑functional partnersDevelop and maintain accurate project records to ensure seamless transitions of project ownership and capture learnings from project successes and failuresExecute projects to improve R&D or Innovation processes & capabilitiesRespect and promote the company’s health and safety program, maintaining a safe working environment and ensure the continued compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety act and JHSC recommendationsManage timeline and documentation of personal project loadDemonstrate adaptability when faced with changes to project scope and timelines,



participate in risk assessments and implements mitigation strategies identified.Support fellow R&D and Technical Innovation colleagues as needed. Support onboarding of new staff as neededOther duties as requiredEducation and QualificationsPost‑secondary degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Chemistry, Engineering, or related fieldExperience in Food Research and Development (1-3 years), ideally a portion in food/recipe/product innovation developmentCo‑op/intern experience acceptableExperience working in kitchens, laboratories, pilot plants, and/or manufacturing facilitiesExperience in bakery, slab, sweet or savoury snack foods, confectionary, dessert, inclusions, or chocolate is preferredProficient with MS Office, MS Outlook, MS Excel, SharePoint. Experience with Genesis, Specright, Monday.Com, SAP an assetSkills and AbilitiesProactive and self‑motivated; able to see gaps and takeOWNERSHIPto fill them without being askedAnalytical and problem‑solving skills, driven to seek honest answersDisciplined; uses food sciencefundamentals and maintains technical rigour in everyday workDemonstratedADAPTABILITYandGRITwhen faced with setbacks, rapid change and ambiguityCreative flair; pushes the boundaries to find unconventional solutionsEmbraces discomfort,HUMBLEand excited to explore new challenges and territoriesPASSIONATEfor innovation and brings enthusiasm dailyDeep desire for knowledge, personal skill development and career growthExcellent time management and organizational skills; can function independentlyKnown as aTEAMplayer, who is skilled in collaboration and operates withRESPECTAbility to sample Riverside brands’ products and ingredients or products of interestAbility to travel regularly to Riverside manufacturing sites (Toronto/Vaughan area) and occasionally nationally/internationally (5%)Functional CapabilitiesDefinitionCommentsAbility to create new products meeting project guardrails (formulation, certifications, cost, timing, etc.)Formulation KnowledgeManufacturing KnowledgeData managementOrganoleptic evaluation-Uses food science foundations to develop new food products efficiently-Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure the product is appropriate-Aware of personal skill gaps and bridges them where neededIdeation and InnovationAbility to translate and apply industry knowledge to drive innovation and ideation. Navigates ambiguous challenges by leveraging scientific expertise and problem solving to generate novel ideas.Critical ThinkingCreativityProblem Solving- Uses critical thinking and creativity to translate industry trends & insights into relevant and novel food products for Riverside’s pillars- Can persevere through ambiguity to present technical recommendationsLeadership CapabilitiesDefinitionCommentsBuilding Collaborative RelationshipsWorking with internal and external partners respectfully to build win‑win relationships and foster opportunities for shared insights and successBuilds Networks- Self‑motivated to reach out to others and start new relationships- Readily connects and engages with network at Riverside and externally to solve problems, fill gaps, get support, and return helpDelivers ResultsDelivering results by creatively and effectively seeking the necessary resources, and using grit to tackle challenges faces along the wayResilienceManages Ambiguity- Views obstacles and failure as opportunities- Creative and resourceful to find solutions to situations where others may stumble- Reacts to change with positivity- Willing to take initiativeBreakthrough ThinkingDriving innovation by thinking beyond the mold and being unafraid to take bold risks and try, try, and try againDemonstrating contagious excitement to do things differently- Passionate and enthusiastic about innovation- Takes risks rooted in scientific foundations- Not afraid to fail- Uses learning from failure and challenges to pivot, grow,



and continue moving forward- HumbleKey AccountabilitiesResponsibilityKPI/ Metric to Measure SuccessRating (1 – 3)CommentsSupport the innovation cycle by developing recent innovations and formulations to meet business needs (approx. 0-1 major, 4-6 minor/year)4+ new formulations meeting all project guardrails complete for handover to R&D CommercializationFlying the planeContinuous improvement of R&D & Innovation processes – Leading 1-2 key process improvements/year1-2+ processes improved (metric TBD – time savings, $ savings, etc. targets)Important tasks, supporting the teamBuilding the planeManage product development activities in a project timelineManage 3+ projects and their respective product development timelinesEnsure projects remain on track and appropriate technical activities are completeImportant tasks, supporting the teamPlease note this role is an existing vacancy.Salary Range$55,000 - $70,000 USDAt Riverside, we are committed to transparency and fairness in our compensation and job posting practices. The range above reflects the target compensation for the position at the time of posting. Exact compensation will be determined based on experience, skill set, education, and training, as well as other organizational needs, while balancing internal equity.What we expect:Values‑led:You’ll be a member of a thoughtful and compassionate team that prioritizes respect, teamwork and resourcefulness along with a good dash of fun. Sometimes, even making granola bars is hard, and life’s too short to take ourselves so seriously that we don’t enjoy the journey.Unparalleled experiences and opportunities : We’re still determining who we are and what we’ll be. Help us shape what this organization will look like and what we’ll offer the world, into the future. This means rolling up your sleeves and sometimes building the process – fast! – while employing it. At Riverside, progress occasionally means proceeding imperfectly, and we’re okay with that, as long as we’re sticking true to our values and learning and improving along the way.Access to everyone:We’re a flat organization with few silos which means you’ll have full access to everyone from our founders to our production staff. Even when employees dress up, they wear steel‑toed shoes. So don’t be shy. Speak up share your ideas and go places you normally wouldn’t – like the plant and the boardroom.Personal development : We’ll support and empower you to chart your own path and reach any heights you set for yourself. Career paths at Riverside are carved by the people walking on them, not dictated by leaders …Gratitude : As a growing business, we can’t always offer formal recognition like awards programs, but we do show our true gratitude and appreciation. At Riverside, we’re all in this together and we value you.Be a Riverside Brand Ambassador: Stay relentlessly close to our consumers and represent the brand in every interaction and decision and deliver consistent value that earn trust advocacy and long‑term brand love.What We Offer:Values‑led:We don’t cut corners or step on anyone or anything on our way to our summit. There is no winning at all costs here. Every step you take must align with our values, no compromises.Courageous determination:As a family‑run, rapidly growing business, we are often challenged to find a way to deliver that is not obvious and easy … … … … … … … … … …Humility:We’re a small (… )… ...Continuous …(content continues)Wait! There’s more!Immerse you in our comprehensive benefits program …RRSP matching or 401k matching for an empowered financial journeyEligibility to participate in Riverside’s Profit Sharing PlanJoin Employee‑Led Resource Groups (ERGs) championing mental health, sustainability, diversity, women, and LGBTQ+ rightsDevelop your career further through our Riverside University program and with our Tuition Reimbursement ProgramAn open concept work environment that embodies our ValuesRiverside Natural Foods Ltd. is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone. If you have a disability and require accommodation in the interview process, please let us know when you apply. We thank you all…#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Food Technologist - Technical Innovation - $55,000 - $70,000 A Year (Winnipeg)
🏢 Riverside Natural Foods
📍 Winnipeg