Innovation project manager

Boucherville | Food Industry | 32 hours per week

Are you looking to play a key role in developing innovative products and contributing to continuous improvement in a dynamic environment? We are seeking a Project Manager – Innovation to oversee product development projects and formula optimization while ensuring compliance and performance.

ABOUT PLB INTERNATIONAL

For over 50 years, PLB has been a family-owned manufacturing company proudly based in Boucherville, Quebec. With nearly 100 employees, we design and produce premium-quality food for dogs and cats under the brands 1st Choice, Pronature, and Lily & Jax, distributed in more than 20 countries.

At PLB, people are at the heart of our decisions. We believe in a collaborative, respectful, and stimulating work environment where local expertise makes all the difference.

YOUR ROLE

Product Development

• Collaborate with internal teams and clients to define project needs and feasibility
• Formulate products while adhering to constraints (nutritional, regulatory, cost, ingredients)
• Prepare technical specifications and associated documentation
• Coordinate production tests (pilot runs) and analyze results
• Ensure product compliance in collaboration with regulatory affairs
• Participate in factory trials and support steps leading to commercial production

Continuous Improvement

• Propose and lead projects to optimize formulas and processes
• Analyze test results and recommend corrective actions
• Contribute to improving processes, tools, and practices
• Maintain database updates and document tracking (including RSDE files)

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR:

Education and Experience:

• Education & Experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science and Technology or a related field
• 1-3 years of experience in a similar role (an asset)
• Experience in food or pharmaceutical manufacturing environments (an asset)

Key Skills:

• Organizational skills and results-oriented mindset
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities
• Autonomy and eagerness to learn
• Creativity and scientific rigor
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel – Access is a plus)
• Strong command of both French and English
• Knowledge of quality standards (an asset)

WHY JOIN PLB?

• Contribute to tangible and innovative projects
• Work in a collaborative and multidisciplinary team
• Develop your skills in a growing company
• Make a real impact on product development
• 32-hour schedule /week from Monday to Thursday
• 10 paid holidays , including 4 during the holiday season
• 5 personal/sick days per year
• Discounts on our products for your four-legged companions

Ready to make a real difference in a local company with international reach?

Join the PLB team.

Benefits

• Sick leave
• Insurance
• Paid holidays
• Life insurance
• Insurance of medical and paramedical expenses
• Disability Insurance
• Dental insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee discounts
• Telework
• Holidays
• Flexible schedule
• Deferred Profit Sharing Plan (DPSP)
• Recognition of years of service
• Long Term Disability Insurance
• Social activities organized by the company
• Premiums for employee references
• Traveling holidays
• Work-life balance
• Coffee
• Servicio de telemedicina