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The Sample Coordinator oversees the full lifecycle of samples—from first proto through TOP—ensuring that all garments are accurately tracked, organized, and available for internal and external needs. This role partners closely with Product Development, Technical Design, Design, Sales, E-Commerce, Marketing, and global vendors. The ideal candidate is detail-obsessed, highly organized, and passionate about fashion.

Employment Type: Full-Time (Onsite, 5 days per week)

Compensation: $25-30/hr.

Experience: 3+ years in fashion or related field

Key Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end RTW sample management across all development stages and seasons.
• Monitor and coordinate all inbound and outbound sample shipments; maintain clear shipping records and timelines.
• Maintain and update sample tracking in the PLM system (WFX) and assist with SKU updates in WFX and NetSuite.
• Manage sample inventory, including organizing, labeling, and categorizing all RTW samples.
• Oversee end-of-season processes: allocate samples to archives, sample sales, and other designated channels.
• Prepare, organize, and pull samples for sales appointments, wholesale meetings, and e-commerce needs.
• Coordinate samples for photoshoots, including packing, check-in/check-out, and assisting with style outs as needed.
• Create and maintain tags and barcodes for all samples using Launchmetrics (or similar) to ensure real-time visibility of inventory and send-outs.
• Facilitate all outgoing packages to vendors and partners: create packing lists, labels, and provide tracking details; liaise with couriers to resolve shipping issues.
• Assist with organizing and maintaining archived garments, fabric headers, trim libraries, and reference materials.
• Support Fabric R&D by tracking sample yardage, lab dips, strike-offs, trims, and related approvals.
• Communicate daily with cross-functional teams regarding sample status, priorities, and any delays or issues.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or fashion-focused education (or equivalent experience).
• 3+ years of experience in a fashion/apparel environment, ideally in production, product development, or sample coordination.
• Proficiency in Excel; prior PLM system experience (WFX or similar) strongly preferred.
• Exceptional organizational skills with a strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Clear, professional written and verbal communication skills.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven setting and managing multiple priorities simultaneously.
• A collaborative, solution-oriented mindset and enthusiasm for the apparel industry.

Bioworld Merchandising is seeking a strategic and experienced Director, Apparel Product Development & Sourcing to lead product development initiatives aligned with business goals and brand priorities. This leader will own the full product lifecycle across apparel and/or accessories, ensuring innovation, quality, speed to market, and cost efficiency. You will manage a team and partner closely with Sales, Merchandising, Design, and Production to deliver high‑quality licensed and private label products across global markets.

Essential Duties

• Develop and lead product development strategies aligned with seasonal launches and brand direction.
• Manage the end‑to‑end product lifecycle from concept through production and delivery.
• Own development calendars, key milestones, and on‑time delivery.
• Provide technical expertise across materials, construction, sourcing, and manufacturing.
• Drive innovation in fabrics, materials, and development processes, including sustainability and reduced‑impact materials.
• Partner with global manufacturing teams to ensure quality, cost efficiency, and timeline adherence.
• Support style‑level costing and margin targets; collaborate on costing accuracy, capacity planning, and delivery.
• Work cross‑functionally with Sales, Merchandising, Design, and Fit to align product strategies, SKU optimization, and margin integrity.
• Ensure consistency across categories while maintaining brand and licensing standards.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high‑performing product development team and foster a collaborative, innovative culture.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of apparel product development experience, ideally including licensed and private label categories.
• Deep understanding of apparel industry standards, textile technology, materials, and product construction.
• Proven leadership experience in a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment managing teams and complex development calendars.
• Strong strategic mindset with the ability to anticipate trends and translate insights into actionable product strategies.
• Experience partnering with global vendors and driving quality, cost, and delivery performance.
• Strong communication skills and ability to influence across a global matrix organization.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and product development systems; PLM experience preferred.

Education & Experience Requirement

• Bachelor’s degree in Product Development, Merchandising, Textile Science, or related field preferred (or equivalent experience).

About the Role

As a Product Designer, you are passionate creative, responsible for developing products and packaging for CURiO Brands that are innovative, beautiful, safe, and sellable to end consumers. You have a strong artist hand and are confident in illustration, painting, and other traditional mediums. You’ll leverage your unique talents, such as illustration and surface design, to create and source custom vessels (glass, metal, and ceramic) and secondary packaging (paper boxes, tubes, bags, labels, hangtags), through the opportunity to work on CURiO’s exciting brands Capri Blue, Thymes, and Otherland.

***This role is for candidates who reside within 60 miles of our office in Minneapolis, MN***

What You’ll Do

Design & Concept:

• Collaborate with Product Design Manager and team, along with Brand to research and concept new product ideas.
• Develop mood boards for new product collections and product formats.
• Push creative boundaries to drive great design and strong innovation.
• Proactively research market trends and innovation opportunities.
• Work with vendors to source and develop new techniques and manufacturing capabilities.
• Prepare creative presentations and present concepts to internal brand team and external customers.
• Demonstrate systematic approach in designs for varying structures, materials, sizes and product types.
• Brand steward, keen eye for detail, refine designs across selected product assortment.
• Create 3D renderings, recommend dimensions, and determine materials for product and packaging.
• Communicate with domestic and international vendors to achieve design intent, construction, safety, and usability goals. Contribute problem-solving ideas throughout the development process.
• Participate in the approval of prototype samples for style details, construction, safety, and usability. Organize and label incoming samples and approved counters.
• Attend weekly Design & Innovation status meetings and other meetings as needed.
• Work closely with Brand, Project Management, Engineering, R&D, Purchasing, Quality, Production, Finance, and Sales to ensure development is on track to meet project goals, design intent and timeline.
• Develop constructive and collaborative working relationships with vendors, colleagues, and others, maintaining them over time to produce successful results for the design team.
• Request price quotes and work with vendors to ensure target costs are achieved.
• Work closely with Project Management team and Cost Analyst on costing exercises. Contribute to product cost discussions, providing insights and ideas on how to cost engineer new developments to meet cost objectives.
• Work with the production artist for execution of final printable files.
• Work closely with external vendors, helping to build strong partnerships.
• Work closely with print vendors to develop structures, reviews proofs for color/ detail accuracy and attend press checks as needed. Color advocate for the brand standards.
• Cut and mock-up packaging/ product samples to support marketing team with photoshoot and sample needs.
• Provide design specifics and photos of development samples for specification documents.

As a Curio Team Member

• You exemplify CURiO Cornerstones and strive for personal leadership in your role.
• You collaborate across teams and maintain a positive, respectful, and cooperative workplace environment.
• You take ownership of your professional development by seeking learning opportunities and staying current in your field.
• You manage your time effectively and work with others to contribute to team and company goals.
• You follow all safety guidelines, report concerns promptly, and maintain a clean, safe, and organized workspace.
• You understand that success in your role could include occasional extended work hours as necessary to meet seasonal deadlines and that periodically, you may be asked to perform other duties not included in your role description.

What You Bring

Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Fine Arts degree; emphasis in graphic or industrial design or equivalent work experience
• Two years’ experience in product or packaging development or design
• Brings passion for the creative work and brand storytelling
• Strong knowledge of design techniques, ability to think creatively, with an eye for color and design
• Demonstrated success in working collaboratively with team members and across multiple departments, managing a large volume of projects simultaneously
• Proficient in design software; Adobe CS (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator)
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.

Preferred:

• Surface design and illustration skills
• 3D printer experience

Core Competencies:

• Committed to development strong ideas and excellent execution
• Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Excellent attention to detail, well organized, and systematic in working
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Ability to present concepts and ideas with exceptional presentation and writing skills
• Excellent initiative and follow-through
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with business partners
• Self-Driven, energetic, able to work independently
• Ability to maintain and protect company proprietary information.

Additional Information

• Travel Requirement: less than 5%
• Work Environment: General office or home office environment
• Physical Requirements:
• Occasionally required to lift and/or move items weighing 10 – 15 pounds.
• When in a facility, occasional exposure to dusty and fragrant conditions

Why Join CURiO

At CURiO, we craft beautiful experiences for the home and body through our fragrance and personal care brands. We’re committed to creating a collaborative, inclusive workplace where talent can thrive and grow. You’ll be part of a passionate team driving meaningful work — with the agility of a growth company and the heart of a purpose-driven brand.

Health & Welfare Benefits

Eligibility begins on the first day of the month following 30 days of employment unless noted otherwise:

• Medical, Dental, Disability Insurance (cost shared)
• Life/ AD&D Insurance (employer paid)
• Additional voluntary benefit offerings (employee paid): Vision, Accident, Flexible Spending Account, Health Savings Account, Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, Voluntary Term Life Insurance, AD&D
• 401(k) – After 6 months of employment on next quarterly entry date

Equal Opportunity Employer

Curio is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to building an inclusive environment for all employees.

Main Duties / Required:

• Knowledge and use of basic telecom hand tools.
• Must understand customer service.
• Clear understanding of job safety requirements.
• Be able to read and understand floor plans.
• Should be familiar on wiring schemes and wiring testing.
• Should be able to pull all types of low voltage cable.
• Should understand and be capable in performing field terminations and labeling.
• Reports to Operations Manager and take daily directions from Technician, Technician II, Lead Technicians, Senior Technicians and Advance Senior Technicians.
• Capable of maintaining orderly paperwork, capable of running service jobs.
• Possess skill to layout MDF and IDF closets, be able to dress all types of cable, and perform all type of terminations.
• Capable of working in Data Centers
• Shall be able to install ladder racking and seismic bracing both above and under raise floor.
• Basic understanding of both copper and fiber cable testing and troubleshooting.
• Read and understand blueprints and design document
• Dress and furcate fiber trunks for splicing
• Maintaining orderly paperwork and running service
• Fusion Splice including Ribbon/Single OSP/ISP
• Install, connect, and decom network equipment
• Operate DSX 5000 tester/OTDR Tester
• Program testers
• Download test results to Linkware/Linkware Live
• Save test results, verify, and submit to customer
• Create mass labels and apply per Portmap
• Differentiate live cables from decom cable
• Copper testing and troubleshooting
• Conduct Service Swaps of live networking devices
• Understand "FIM" database and operate scanners

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Primarily walking, standing, and bending for extended periods with some sitting.
• Ability to communicate effectively with verbal, written, visual and listening skills.
• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate any required equipment as well as to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and other technical instruments.
• Able to lift and carry heavy equipment, up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to pull cables.
• Ability to climb ladders an

Nice to have Skills:

Key Skills / Words: (at least 6)

Data Center

Technician

Decommission

Splicing

Low Voltage

Fashion Designer (Apparel) - Private Label

We’re seeking an experienced Fashion Designer to develop trend-right collections across women’s and junior apparel categories. This role blends creative concepting with strong technical execution, supporting the design process from initial research through presentation-ready deliverables.

What you’ll do

• Research market and seasonal trends and translate insights into clear design direction
• Create technical flats/tech sketches and maintain accurate measurement/spec details
• Build and update line sheets, presentation boards, and cohesive color stories
• Develop print and pattern concepts, including recolors and repeat layouts
• Partner closely with production and technical teams to support fit and execution
• Present concepts and updates to internal stakeholders and external partners as needed
• Manage multiple projects with strong organization and attention to detail

What we’re looking for

• 5+ years of apparel design experience ideally within private label
• Advanced Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop skills
• Strong technical design foundation (specs, measurements, construction awareness)
• Confident communicator and comfortable presenting
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

Compensation: $85,000-95,000 annually

Job Description

Position: Warehouse Supervisor

Department: Warehouse Operations

Reports to: Warehouse Operations Manager

Date: March 2026

About the Company:

Water Lilies Food, LLC is a private equity-backed manufacturer and distributor of premium Asian inspired food. Founded for over 30 years, the Company is in a high-growth phase, supported by a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Bay Shore, NY (Suffolk County Long Island), with a second facility scheduled to come online in Q2 2026.

Water Lilies’ growth strategy is centered on private label partnerships with national and regional retailers, complemented by proprietary control brand offerings where private label programs are not feasible. The category remains underdeveloped, creating meaningful runway for growth through disciplined commercialization, category-led selling, and operationally sound go-to-market execution.

Water Lilies’ vision is to be the preferred supplying partner of premium Asian-inspired food, achieved through delivering our products and services with attention to detail, a continuous improvement mindset, agility, and authenticity. Our culture emphasizes collaboration, respect, and accountability.

Employees are empowered to make a meaningful impact, take ownership of their work, and grow alongside the business. The company is backed by Blue Point Capital Partners, a lower middle-market private equity firm with a strong history of scaling founder-led and growth-oriented manufacturing businesses.

Job Summary:

This position is primarily responsible for supervising and coordinating activities of the warehouse, ERP, inventory, and receiving staff. The supervisor will engage in planning, verifying, assigning, and keeping records on incoming shipments (raw materials and packaging) and finished goods freezer. This role will provide daily instruction to the direct reports based on the needs of production. The supervisor position will require strong collaboration with various departments to create seamlessness transitioning from received products through to completion and preparation of shipment to the logistics department. Inclusively, this role will require the ability to interview, assist with hiring, and adequately train and develop employees.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee incoming receiving activities to ensure accuracy, completeness, and condition of goods.
• Determines space requirements and position of raw materials freezer and cooler, dry storage, packaging and finished goods freezer
• Inspects material handling equipment for defects and notifies maintenance personnel or contacts outside service facility for repair.
• Maintains and leads cycle counts
• Effectively utilize ERP system and ensure employees are trained effectively optimize the system
• Maintains material handling equipment maintenance report.
• Directs movement of receiving platform to storage and work areas.
• Adequately maintains inventory and cross collaborates with purchasing and scheduling to ensure correct balance
• Issues written and oral instructions.
• Studies and standardized procedures to improve efficiency of staff.
• Maintains harmony among workers and resolves grievances.
• Prepare composite reports from individual reports from staff.
• Adjust errors and addresses complaints
• Leads and develop inventory control team
• Maintain and reconcile inventory records for all warehouses/locations ensuring correct stock levels are held.
• Investigate and resolve inventory variances across WIP, Finished Goods, Raw Materials, Dries and Packaging, documenting root causes and corrective actions.
• Work collaboratively with Operations, Planning, Procurement and other functions to ensure robust end-to-end processes affecting inventory.
• Maintain a safe, ethical workplace by embedding Company Health & Safety, Food Safety and ethical standards and promoting a Zero Harm mindset.

Requirements / Competencies:

• Associate’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Experience with food processing industry is a plus.
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Sense of urgency, detailed and project oriented
• Analytical - collects and researches data to use constructively. Designs workflows and procedures.
• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner.
• Technical Skills - Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills and assist staff with training
• Customer Service – Internally and externally when working with various departments within the company and vendors
• Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, listening to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.
• Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.
• Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.
• Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.

Physical Requirements:

The employee will occasionally move within the office to access office machinery, file cabinets, and collaborate with colleagues. Consistent use of office equipment, such equipment may include but not limited to computers, phones, printers, and copiers. The employee will be required to frequently communicate with both internal staff members as well as external parties or customers and must be able to convey accurate information. This job description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions; it does not exclude or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. This job description is subject to change based on company needs as expressed by management.

This is a contract, April-October, Monday through Friday 9:00-5:00, in office in Pheonix!

Required Skills & Experience:

• Prior experience with data annotation specifically for video review
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions
• Comfortable working with video content for extended periods
• Basic computer skills and ability to learn new tools quickly

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

• Prior experience with Annotation Tools
• Background in User Research

Job Description

Hiring detail‑oriented Data Annotators on-site in Phoenix AZ to review and annotate video content for research and data analysis projects.

Overview: In this role, you will accurately label and categorize video footage while ensuring high quality, consistency, and confidentiality.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and analyze video recordings to identify, label, and annotate specific actions, objects, behaviors, or events according to project guidelines
• Accurately tag and categorize video data using internal annotation tools and platforms
• Ensure consistency, precision, and completeness of annotations across all assigned content
• Identify errors, missing data, or inconsistencies and document findings as needed
• Collaborate with project leads to resolve annotation questions or discrepancies
• Maintain strict confidentiality and handle sensitive data in compliance with privacy and security requirements
• Meet productivity and quality benchmarks while managing multiple annotation tasks

Manager, Manufacturing R&D

H-E-B Manufacturing's goal is to achieve superior self-manufactured products through high quality, low cost products and services. Our self-manufacturing Research and Development team supports product development for 11 food manufacturing plants, with a goal of helping H-E-B stay competitive and successful in the omnichannel business and delight our customers.

As a Manager, Research & Development, you'll provide technical leadership to your R&D and cross-functional teams for multiple categories and projects and manage complex portfolios of projects. This position will specialize in development and formula management of frozen dough, sweet goods such as cakes, cookies, pies, brownies, as well as high-speed production of bread, buns and tortillas. Candidates should possess expert knowledge in ingredient interactions and formulation, ensuring products are optimized for performance, consistency and scalability on commercialized production lines. You'll coordinate with other department leaders to develop strategy and set functional policy and procedures for the Manufacturing Division, define and set priorities for cross-functional product development and launch execution teams, and provide mentoring and guidance to less experienced R&D, Quality Assurance, and Operations Partners.

Once you're eligible, you'll become an Owner in the company, so we're looking for commitment, hard work, and focus on quality and Customer service. 'Partner-owned' means our most important resources--People--drive the innovation, growth, and success that make H-E-B The Greatest Omnichannel Retailing Company.

Do you have a:

HEART FOR PEOPLE... desire to teach / train?

HEAD FOR BUSINESS... expertise and creativity to critically evaluate and improve products through development?

PASSION FOR RESULTS... ability to innovate / drive key product attributes and variables that affect our success?

We are looking for:

- an MS or PhD in food technology / food science, engineering, or related field, and 8+ years of related experience, or a BS and 10+ years of relevant experience

- experience influencing decisions in a highly complex, competitive food manufacturing environment at all organizational levels

- experience in portfolio management, including timeline / financial / quality KPI management

What is the work?

Management / Project Management / Leadership:

- Manages R&D Partners, including training and development, delivering on-time performance appraisals; provides feedback, coaching, and mentoring to ensure Partners can meet individual accountabilities and grow their careers

- Performs broad product development activities as assigned on a per project basis; collaborates with multiple teams and suppliers throughout project scope

- Maximizes supplier capabilities to develop the product portfolio throughout the full lifecycle of product development and design process

- Negotiates with suppliers and other external stakeholders to develop procurement contracts and ensure adherence to specifications and legal agreements

- Manages R&D budget through financial estimation and project feasibility analysis; works with plant management, Procurement, and Own Brands to ensure ROI goals are achieved

- Leads efforts to establish industry-leading specifications for Own Brand products with suppliers that reflect the essential quality parameters for customer delight, success

- Develops action plans with QA / Own Brand for products requiring quality improvements (maintenance); manages these projects to completion

- Leads product evaluations on behalf of the category team; collaborates with Customer Insights / Research Team on customer panel evaluations

Strategy:

- Participates in / contributes to all aspects of product design, including new idea generation, prototype development, competitive assessments, and technical / regulatory / food safety compliance

- Develops / leads / manages highly-complex and strategic Own Brand and H-E-B programs / initiatives (e.g., Select Ingredients) to support company business goals

- Ensures designs and product objectives support merchant category plans, assortment strategies, price point, and overall creative direction

- Researches / analyzes industry technology trends and consumer trends to advise H-E-B Partners, teams on how to bring the best solutions to customers and businesses

- Plays a key role in capital planning process; identifies future processing / packaging technologies required for new product categories; provides formula and processing financials for development of capital business requests

- Works with plant management, BDM, Own Brand to develop multi-year project plans; establishes annualized incremental profit goals

What is your background?

- Master of science in food technology / food science, engineering, or related field, and 8+ years of related experience, or a

- Bachelor of science degree and 10+ years of relevant experience

- Technical training related to sensory evaluations and experimental design

- Extensive experience in project management, including application of stage-gate methodology

- Experience influencing decisions in a highly complex, competitive food manufacturing environment at all organizational levels

- Experience in branded food product development

- Experience in portfolio management, including timeline / financial / quality KPI management

Do you have what it takes to be a fit as a Manager of R&D at H-E-B?

- Expert knowledge of HACCP, USDA, OSHA, FDA, Potentially Hazardous Foods, and state weight and measure requirements

- Expert knowledge of the private label retail food business environment and metrics

- Advanced working knowledge of industry, EEOC, and employment laws, and related compliance requirements

- Expert knowledge of technology / consumer trends and how to identify / define key product quality and sensory attributes

- Expert knowledge of product development, including manufacturing, packaging ingredients and nutrition

- Technical knowledge of food production equipment

- Expert understanding of consumer retail products, financial assessment, and capital planning

- Expert verbal / written communication and presentation skills that translate on an international scale

- Advanced mathematical / analytical skills

- Advanced computer skills (including MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, D365, Genesis R&D Food Labeling Software)

- Advanced negotiating / influencing skills

- Advanced troubleshooting, problem-solving, and decision-making skills

- Ability to effectively teach complex technical information to a non-technical audience

- Ability to understand business objectives, and how technical solutions must fit within business realities

- Ability to lead and motivate exempt and exempt Partners, one-on-one or in teams

- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines, and shift focus between projects; attention to detail

- Ability to work in a team environment

- Ability to work complex issues with senior management, and lead / influence internal and external stakeholders

- Ability to make key decisions on a daily basis while seeking perspective and input

- Ability to take initiative; willingness to take calculated risks and collaborate with key partners for alignment

Can you...

- Function in a fast-paced, manufacturing environment

- Travel by car or plane with overnight stays, with possible international travel

- Sit or stand for extended periods

- Regularly lift 20 lbs or more

- Work extended or unusual hours

About Ethel’s Baking Company

Ethel’s Baking Company is a growing specialty bakery dedicated to producing premium gluten-free baked goods that deliver exceptional taste, texture, and quality. By combining traditional baking craftsmanship with modern food science, we develop products that meet the needs of today’s consumers without compromising flavor or indulgence.

Our team is passionate about creating baked goods that everyone can enjoy. Through rigorous research and development, high manufacturing standards, and a strong commitment to food safety, we ensure that every product leaving our facility meets the highest expectations for quality and consistency.

At Ethel’s, we value innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Our employees play a critical role in developing new products, improving processes, and maintaining the high standards that define our brand. We are proud to foster a workplace culture focused on teamwork, accountability, and a shared commitment to excellence.

If you are passionate about great food, quality production, and being part of a team that is redefining gluten-free baking, Ethel’s Baking Company offers an exciting opportunity to grow and make an impact.

Position Summary

The R&D / Product Development Manager is responsible for the development, optimization, and commercialization of gluten-free baked products within a commercial production environment. This role combines hands-on formulation expertise with cross-functional collaboration to deliver high-quality, compliant, and cost-effective products. The position serves as a technical leader and primary execution owner for baking initiatives, supporting business growth through product innovation and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

Product Development & Formulation

• Develop, formulate, and optimize gluten-free & clean label baked goods, including dessert bars, cookies, cakes, and related products.
• Apply food science principles to improve taste, texture, structure, shelf life, and nutritional profiles.
• Evaluate and test ingredients (e.g., alternative flours, starches, gums, fibers, protein, enzymes) for functionality, shelf-life optimization and overall performance.
• Conduct bench-top, pilot, and plant trials to support new product development, process and product improvements.

Scale-Up & Commercialization

• Lead formulation and process scale-up from test kitchen to full commercial production.
• Partner with Operations, Quality Assurance, and Engineering to ensure smooth product launches and ongoing production stability and consistency.
• Troubleshoot formulation, process, and quality issues related to baking performance, yield, and finished product consistency.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to reduce waste, improve yields, and enhance operational efficiency.
• Support cost reduction initiatives and ingredient sourcing.

Quality, Food Safety & Compliance

• Ensure all R& D and product development activities comply with FDA, FSMA, GMP, GFCO, SQF, Kosher, and applicable state and local regulations.
• Support gluten-free certification requirements, allergen management programs, and cross-contact prevention protocols.
• Assist with label review, ingredient statements, nutrition facts, and product specifications.
• Collaborate with QA to establish and maintain SOPs, product standards, and validation documentation.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with Operations, Quality Assurance, Procurement, Sales, Marketing, and Supply Chain to align R&D priorities and product development with business needs.
• Serve as the primary technical resource for product development projects and production-related challenges.
• Communicate project timelines, trial results, and technical recommendations to management.

Team & Project Leadership

• Provide technical guidance to Production Team and Quality Assurance Team.
• Manage multiple development projects simultaneously, ensuring timelines and deliverables are met.
• Support training of production staff on new products, formulations, and process changes.
• Demonstrate creativity, ingenuity and a passion for baking.

Supplier & Ingredient Management

• Partner with ingredient suppliers to source, evaluate, and validate raw materials.
• Coordinate ingredient trials and maintain technical documentation related to ingredient performance.
• Support cost optimization efforts through ingredient and formulation evaluation.
• Evaluate new technologies, ingredients, and processing methods relevant to gluten-free baking.

Qualifications

Required

• 5+ years of experience in baked goods R&D, with direct experience in gluten-free formulation.
• Proven experience supporting product scale-up and commercial manufacturing.
• Experience in commercial or industrial baking operations.
• Strong understanding of gluten-free systems, ingredient functionality and baking processes.
• Working knowledge of food safety systems (HACCP, FSMA, GMPs), allergen control, and regulatory compliance.
• Ability to work effectively in both test kitchen and production floor environments.

Preferred

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Cereal Science, Chemistry, or a related field.
• Familiarity with gluten-free certification programs and third-party audits.
• Experience in cost modeling, shelf-life testing, and sensory evaluation.

Key Competencies

• Hands-on gluten-free baking expertise.
• Passion for baking and creativity.
• Commercialization and Scale-up execution.
• Practical problem-solving and critical thinking in production environments.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Cross-functional communication and collaboration.
• Technical documentation and process discipline.
• Continuous improvement mindset.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Combination of office, bench-top, and production floor settings.
• Ability to stand for extended periods, lift moderate weights, and wear required PPE.
• Occasional travel to suppliers or manufacturing sites may be required.

Compensation

·      Salary Range: $70K - $85K annually, depending on experience and qualifications.

·      Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance at a shared cost

·      Paid Time Off + Holidays

·      Disability Insurance

·      401k Savings Plan

Job Overview:

The Web Accessories Team is responsible for the creation and maintenance of product associations between all items in the B&H catalog. The department’s aim is to clearly advise customers about any accessories that are required or otherwise recommended for the main item’s probable application.

The Accessories Specialist utilizes in-depth knowledge of product compatibility and usage to recommend appropriate accessories. In conjunction with monitoring sales performance and customer feedback on associated products, the Specialist seeks to maintain product relationships based on the accessory’s appeal, benefit, and utility to the customer. Core responsibilities include the creation and maintenance of accessory relationships (using a combination of manual and rule-based methods); maintaining consistency and clarity across accessory labels, templates, and messages; keeping up with daily maintenance of new and discontinued products; and seeking ways to improve and promote accessories quality.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Conducts extensive research within assigned categories to determine appropriate accessory matches; is diligent about staying current on product knowledge and expanding scope to new and emerging technologies
• Utilizes basic merchandising techniques to determine optimal accessory priority
• Determines all compatible accessories and label order
• Sets flags to ensure proper listing of required vs. recommended accessories
• Reviews accessories recommendation strategy based on individual and departmental reporting
• Communicates with Manager to ensure that product associations align with B&H’s overall goals
• Partners with Buyers and Sales staff to prepare for and respond to company and customer needs
• Collaborates with Navigation Architects to update refinement data for Accessory Rules
• Makes updates to accessory listings based on various reporting item summaries
• Assists in data acquisition and/or entry of refinements needed for rule creation
• Creates customer-facing product groupings

Additional Responsibilities:

• Special projects as assigned by Manager

Specific Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Possesses extensive product knowledge of pro video gear, PTZ cameras, video rigs, gimbals and drones
• Must be detailed-oriented and have organizational skills
• Solid verbal and written communication skills
• Basic to intermediate Excel
• Ability to analyze and interpret reports
• Basic understanding of website structure, category hierarchy and refinement filtering
• Understanding of target customer needs and online shopping behavior
• Basic merchandising skills
• Ability to work under pressure, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines

Preferred Education, Experience and Licenses:

• Minimum 2-4 years experience in either selling professional or consumer level technology or utilization of professional or consumer level electronics