Job Description

Company Overview

JPG Resources bridges the gap between ideas and market success in the food & beverage industry. Unlike traditional consultants who stop at strategy, we understand that execution is where most brands falter. More than just a consulting firm, we are a diverse team of over 75 food & beverage industry veterans and seasoned founders who know how to get it done for both disruptive startups and the most trusted global CPG brands. 

As one of North America's largest food consulting firms, we've built a comprehensive ecosystem for food & beverage brands including culinary and product innovation (@CCDI), contract manufacturing (@Snackwerks), investor connections (@Brandjectory), and direct investment through our $20M food & beverage fund (@RCV Frontline). 

As part of the product development team, you’ll find meaningful work alongside people who care deeply about collaboration, innovation, and making great food. Our leadership approach is grounded in listening first, clearing obstacles, and making sure you have what you need to do your best work. Because when you thrive, so does the team, our clients, and the industry we serve. 

About the Role  

We’re looking for a hands-on product developer with 7-10+ years of experience who can integrate technical depth and creative problem solving. You’ll lead formulation and scale-up work across a range of innovation-stage and growth-phase brands and global CPG brands, translating ambitious concepts into technically sound, manufacturable products. 

This is a senior, client-facing role for someone who brings not just technical rigor, but the curiosity and presence to help guide founders, translate vision into formulas, and collaborate across disciplines while leveraging your technical expertise. You’ll work closely with JPG’s leadership, contribute to cross-functional strategy, and help shape the future of food from concept to shelf. 

If you’re energized by fast-paced challenges, enjoy mentoring, and want to join a team that balances technical detail with global reach, we encourage you to apply. 

Key Responsibilities  

• Lead product development across a range of client-facing projects, applying structured design of experiments (DoE) from benchtop through scale-up. 
• Collaborate closely with the leadership team to align on priorities, direction, and technical execution. 
• Lead scale-up and commercialization trials, working directly with manufacturing partners to ensure product integrity and feasibility. 
• Work cross-functionally with Project Managers as well as Strategy, Marketing, and Operations teams to move concepts toward commercialization. 
• Interpret product briefs and creative concepts into practical, thoroughly documented prototypes. Ability to work autonomously to achieve trial-ready outcomes is essential. 
• Mentor early-career product developers and interns by offering technical guidance and developmental support. 
• Practice active listening; internalize client vision, interpret what’s not explicitly stated, and translate it into formulation strategy. 
• Support knowledge sharing, documentation, and internal team alignment on process and formulation best practices. 

Desired Expertise  

• Hands-on experience scaling from benchtop to pilot and commercial runs, including troubleshooting during factory trials. 
• Familiarity with regulatory compliance (FDA, USDA), ingredient declarations, and Nutrition Facts Panel development. 
• Experience collaborating with QA/RA and commercialization teams for formulation lock and tech transfer. 
• Familiarity with nutritional optimization (macros, label claims, fortification strategies). 
• Deep experience across more than one category of development. Priority given to experience with emulsion systems, protein chemistry, fiber integration, flavor development, or stabilizer selection. 

Qualifications  

• 7–10+ years of experience in product development, preferably in consulting, brand, or ingredient roles. 
• Proven technical experience in formulation, prototyping, and scale-up. Emphasis on experience with commercial trial runs. 
• Ability to work independently and lead multiple development workstreams. 
• Sharp communication skills with the presence to engage directly with clients. 
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Food Science or a related field required. 
• A passion for food. You must love making, building, and enjoying it. 

Location and Compensation  

JPG Resources is a nationwide, multi-location food innovation firm headquartered in Battle Creek, MI, with labs in Brooklyn, NY, San Francisco, CA, and Seattle, WA as well as a network of sites across North America. 

This full-time role is based in either Brooklyn, NY , Seattle, WA area, or Battle Creek, MI . While JPG operates as a hybrid team, we believe this position benefits from regular on-site collaboration at one of these locations. Final location will be determined based on a combination of team structure, candidate preference and organizational needs. 

JPG Resources offers a competitive compensation package, including a standard suite of benefits such as health insurance, paid time off, and retirement plan options. Final compensation details will be discussed during the interview process. 

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