Product Development Scientist (Term)
Top Benefits
About the role
At Richardson International, being truly invested is at the heart of everything we do. For over 165 years, Richardson has been dedicated to Canadian agriculture. Recognized as a global leader in agriculture and food processing, Richardson is one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies with over 3,500 employees across Canada, the U.S., the U.K., and Europe. At Richardson, we are committed to enhancing our facilities and services and investing in our people and our communities.
Working with Richardson opens the door to a world of possibility. We currently have an opportunity for a Product Development Scientist (Term) located at our Richardson Innovation Centre in downtown Winnipeg. This position is responsible for bringing new food and ingredients to the marketplace while providing technical support to sales and operations.
Responsibilities:
- Plan, investigate and execute product innovation projects that support customer needs within the marketplace
- Develop and commercialize food products from product prototype and plant trials to commercialization of products
- Prepare and assess test formulations for new and enhanced products
- Assess, troubleshoot and resolve customer complaints and product line issues in collaboration with sales and operations
- Present new products and changes to sales, operations and customers
- Develop ingredient supplier packaging specifications in collaboration with sales and operations
- Oversee the collection of samples, analyze results and make recommendations for process improvements
- Interpret and adhere to regulatory and company policies and procedures
- Keep abreast of new trends in oats and canola-based products
Qualifications:
- Degree in food science, chemistry or biochemistry supplemented with 3 – 5 years product innovation or quality assurance experience in the food industry
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to present findings to stakeholders
- Solid analytical and problem solving skills with the ability to adapt to changing priorities
- Strong understanding of food and ingredient production and processes to translate laboratory concepts to finished products
- Knowledge of regulatory compliance and trends with food and ingredients
Richardson International provides an excellent compensation package consisting of competitive salary, pension, a flexible benefits plan and training and career development opportunities.
Interested candidates should click the Apply icon to apply online by January 9, 2026 .
Richardson International values diversity in the workplace. Women, Indigenous Peoples, Visible Minorities, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply and self-identify.
About Richardson International
Richardson International is Canada’s largest agribusiness. Based in Winnipeg, Richardson has over 2,900 employees across Canada, the U.S. and the U.K.
Richardson is a worldwide handler and merchandiser of all major Canadian-grown grains and oilseeds and a vertically integrated processor and manufacturer of oats and canola-based products. Richardson offers a world of expertise in grain handling, merchandising, logistics, and crop inputs sales as well as oilseed processing, milling, and food product development.
Established in 1857, Richardson has been serving farmers and promoting Canadian agriculture for more than 160 years. Today, the Richardson name continues to be synonymous with quality and integrity. Our focus remains on supporting our producers, nurturing strong business relationships with our customers and suppliers, and caring for the communities in which we live and work.
Richardson International is a subsidiary of James Richardson & Sons, Limited.
Product Development Scientist (Term)
Top Benefits
About the role
At Richardson International, being truly invested is at the heart of everything we do. For over 165 years, Richardson has been dedicated to Canadian agriculture. Recognized as a global leader in agriculture and food processing, Richardson is one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies with over 3,500 employees across Canada, the U.S., the U.K., and Europe. At Richardson, we are committed to enhancing our facilities and services and investing in our people and our communities.
Working with Richardson opens the door to a world of possibility. We currently have an opportunity for a Product Development Scientist (Term) located at our Richardson Innovation Centre in downtown Winnipeg. This position is responsible for bringing new food and ingredients to the marketplace while providing technical support to sales and operations.
Responsibilities:
- Plan, investigate and execute product innovation projects that support customer needs within the marketplace
- Develop and commercialize food products from product prototype and plant trials to commercialization of products
- Prepare and assess test formulations for new and enhanced products
- Assess, troubleshoot and resolve customer complaints and product line issues in collaboration with sales and operations
- Present new products and changes to sales, operations and customers
- Develop ingredient supplier packaging specifications in collaboration with sales and operations
- Oversee the collection of samples, analyze results and make recommendations for process improvements
- Interpret and adhere to regulatory and company policies and procedures
- Keep abreast of new trends in oats and canola-based products
Qualifications:
- Degree in food science, chemistry or biochemistry supplemented with 3 – 5 years product innovation or quality assurance experience in the food industry
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to present findings to stakeholders
- Solid analytical and problem solving skills with the ability to adapt to changing priorities
- Strong understanding of food and ingredient production and processes to translate laboratory concepts to finished products
- Knowledge of regulatory compliance and trends with food and ingredients
Richardson International provides an excellent compensation package consisting of competitive salary, pension, a flexible benefits plan and training and career development opportunities.
Interested candidates should click the Apply icon to apply online by January 9, 2026 .
Richardson International values diversity in the workplace. Women, Indigenous Peoples, Visible Minorities, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply and self-identify.
About Richardson International
Richardson International is Canada’s largest agribusiness. Based in Winnipeg, Richardson has over 2,900 employees across Canada, the U.S. and the U.K.
Richardson is a worldwide handler and merchandiser of all major Canadian-grown grains and oilseeds and a vertically integrated processor and manufacturer of oats and canola-based products. Richardson offers a world of expertise in grain handling, merchandising, logistics, and crop inputs sales as well as oilseed processing, milling, and food product development.
Established in 1857, Richardson has been serving farmers and promoting Canadian agriculture for more than 160 years. Today, the Richardson name continues to be synonymous with quality and integrity. Our focus remains on supporting our producers, nurturing strong business relationships with our customers and suppliers, and caring for the communities in which we live and work.
Richardson International is a subsidiary of James Richardson & Sons, Limited.