Bakery Manager

Bakery Manager

Glanbia 

Join this dynamic team focused on delivering better nutrition for every step of life’s journey 

The Opportunity 

This position will be responsible for applying a highly scientific approach to bakery research efforts, including; grains processing, new ingredient development, applications research, technical support and designing experiments for scientists. This position will work with and coordinate across multiple research sites in the US.  This person will work closely with business development to meet business needs. This permanent position will report to the Senior Research Manager.

• New Product Development of bakery and other food products related to utilizing specialty grains, proteins, dough conditioners, mold inhibitors, emulsifiers, gluten-free and egg-free systems, etc.
• Work with suppliers and contract manufacturing as needed in developing processes and new ingredients.  
• Oversees R&D work streams to launch products supporting Glanbia’s Innovative mind set by mentoring other scientists to develop new ingredients or process solutions that contribute to the bottom line.
• Manage day-to-day bakery R&D applications team in West Haven, CT, with emphasis on collaborative prototype development and providing technical support to sales team and customers.
• Can identify areas to be optimized, resulting in patent development of intellectual property.
• Travel to customers, plants, etc. for technical and processing support of Glanbia’s bakery and grains businesses.
• Prepare and give technical presentations, provide technical support for trade shows.
• Technical training of business development, sales and plant personnel in areas of basic bakery and grains chemistry, baking and milling-sifting processes related to Glanbia’s bakery and grains businesses.
• Be familiar with lab protocols, FSMA regulations; work closely with QA to support customers.
• Continuously drives self-development and development of others building an effective team. 

The Skills you will bring to the team 

• Must possess a Master’s degree (M.A.) or equivalent; or four to ten years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Would consider ACF certified CMPC, CMC or CEPC with a combination of education and experience.
• Must have a strong understanding of the physiochemical and functional properties of various bakery ingredients and baking systems.
• Must have experience working in commercial baking facilities and be familiar with grain processing particularly milling, sifting and heating grains.
• Must have the ability to write speeches and articles for publication that conforms to prescribed style and format.
• Must be familiar with various baking processes.
• Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Must have the ability to work across different departments and geographies.  Need to live in Twin Falls, and regularly commute to locations in New Haven, CT, Sioux Falls, SD and Ireland.
• Must have the ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems.
• Must have the ability to deal with nonverbal symbolism (formulas, scientific equations, graphs, etc.,) in its most difficult phases.
• Must have the ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry.
• Proficient personal computer skills including electronic mail, record keeping, routine database activity, word processing, spreadsheet, graphics, etc.
• Must have the ability to work across different departments and geographies.  Position is based in West Haven, CT with occasional travel to customers throughout the US.
• Must have the ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems.
• Must have the ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry.
• Proficient personal computer skills including electronic mail, record keeping, routine database activity, word processing, spreadsheet, graphics, etc.
• Must have the ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors.
• Must have the ability to work across different departments and geographies.  Need to live in Twin Falls, and regularly commute to locations in New Haven, CT, Sioux Falls, SD and Ireland.
• Must have the ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems.
• Must have the ability to deal with nonverbal symbolism (formulas, scientific equations, graphs, etc.,) in its most difficult phases.
• Must have the ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry.
• Proficient personal computer skills including electronic mail, record keeping, routine database activity, word processing, spreadsheet, graphics, etc.
• Regular travel (up to 25%) by land and/or air.  Need to liaise with bakery and grains facilities located in Twin Falls, ID, and travel to support customers as necessary.

If you think you have what it takes, but don't necessarily meet every single point on the job description, please apply! 

Where and how you will work 

The opportunity will be based in West Haven, CT.

What we would like to offer you! 

The opportunity to develop your career on a global stage, continuous learning through an on-demand learning platform, and a competitive compensation package including staff discounts, generous family leave policy, health & dental plan, competitive salary, 401K. 

About Glanbia 

The Glanbia Group comprises three divisions: Glanbia Performance Nutrition, Glanbia Nutritional's, and Joint Ventures. Collectively and with our partners we offer an incredible breadth of expertise in nutrition. We employ a team of 6,000 people, work with global food and beverage companies, and sell our award-winning and market-leading products in 130 countries worldwide. 

At Glanbia, we celebrate diversity, because we know that our individual strengths make us stronger together. We welcome and encourage interest from a variety of candidates, we will give your application consideration, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status. 

At Glanbia, our culture celebrates individuality, knowing that together we are more.