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Product Development Associate
@ Ascona Foods Group
Mississauga, Ontario
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Overview
Ascona Foods Group is hiring a full-time, on-site Product Development Associate in Mississauga, ON to support development of specialty food ingredients from concept through commercialization. The role involves formulation design, pilot plant and lab trials, data analysis and technical documentation.
Responsibilities:
- Assist with formulation design for new and existing ingredients
- Conduct trials in pilot plant and lab environments
- Analyze results and document product specifications
- Collaborate with R&D, production and quality teams
- Prepare technical documentation and maintain detailed records
Requirements summary:
- Product development and lifecycle management skills
- Solid analytical and troubleshooting skills
- Effective communication with cross-functional teams
- Degree or diploma in food science, chemistry, biochemistry or engineering
- Food ingredient or manufacturing experience an asset
- Familiarity with lab and pilot plant equipment and food safety standards
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- 2026-11-14
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- 2026-11-14
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Research & science |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Laboratory, Plant or factory |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer moderate |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree (preferred), College diploma (preferred) |
| Fields of study | Food Science, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Engineering |
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Ascona Foods Group
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 1 |
Job description
Company Description Ascona Foods Group, established in 1994, is a leading global supplier of specialty food ingredients to industrial manufacturers. The company provides functional ingredients, products, and processing techniques that enhance product performance, quality, and flavor. With facilities in Canada, the USA, Europe, and Southeast Asia, Ascona operates production sites, development laboratories, and fully equipped pilot plants. A multidisciplinary team of biochemists, food scientists, and meat experts drives Ascona’s strong research and development capabilities, supported by multiple patents and trademarks that shape industry standards. The organization is deeply committed to client partnership, delivering high-quality ingredients at competitive prices through exceptional service and tailored product development.
Role Description The Product Development Associate is a full-time, on-site role based in Mississauga, ON. This role supports the end-to-end development of new and existing specialty food ingredients, working closely with R&D, production, and quality teams. Day-to-day responsibilities include assisting with formulation design, conducting trials in pilot plant and lab environments, analyzing results, and documenting product specifications. The individual will collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to manage projects, support scale-up and commercialization, and ensure products meet regulatory, performance, and customer requirements. The role also involves maintaining detailed records, preparing technical documentation, and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives in product performance and process efficiency.
Qualifications
Role Description The Product Development Associate is a full-time, on-site role based in Mississauga, ON. This role supports the end-to-end development of new and existing specialty food ingredients, working closely with R&D, production, and quality teams. Day-to-day responsibilities include assisting with formulation design, conducting trials in pilot plant and lab environments, analyzing results, and documenting product specifications. The individual will collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to manage projects, support scale-up and commercialization, and ensure products meet regulatory, performance, and customer requirements. The role also involves maintaining detailed records, preparing technical documentation, and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives in product performance and process efficiency.
Qualifications
- Candidates should possess strong Product Development and Product Lifecycle Management skills for creating, refining, and supporting ingredients from concept to commercialization.
- Candidates should possess solid Analytical Skills to interpret data, evaluate trial outcomes, and troubleshoot formulation and process issues.
- Candidates should possess effective Communication skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams and present technical information clearly and accurately.
- Candidates should possess Project Management abilities to coordinate timelines, resources, and deliverables across multiple development projects.
- Relevant qualifications include a degree or diploma in Food Science, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Engineering, or a related field; experience in food ingredients or food manufacturing is an asset.
- Familiarity with laboratory and pilot plant equipment, food safety and quality standards, and basic regulatory requirements is beneficial.
- Strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team are important.
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