R&D Project Administrator

Job Summary The R&D Project Administrator provides critical organizational and administrative support to the Research & Development team. This role ensures efficient day-to-day operations by managing documentation, coordinating projects, and supporting product development activities from concept through commercialization. This position plays a key role in organizing projects, managing documentation, and supporting Innovation initiatives from concept to launch.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Project Coordination & Administrative Support Provide daily administrative support to R&D program directors including scheduling meetings, managing calendars, and coordinating activities. Assist in tracking project timelines, milestones, and deliverables Schedule and coordinate cross-functional meetings with internal teams (Operations, QA, Marketing, Supply Chain) Maintain organized project folders and ensure accurate recordkeeping Prepare and format documents, presentations, and reports using Excel, Word, and PowerPoint Assist with sourcing ingredients or materials from suppliers Assist in tracking departmental expenses. Documentation & Data Entry Enter and maintain data in internal systems (e.g., PLM, ERP, or shared databases) Organize product specifications, formulas, and development records Ensure documents are up-to-date, accurate, and properly version-controlled Team & Communication Support Serve as a point of contact for internal requests and external vendor communications Support preparation for customer presentations, internal tastings, and innovative meetings Organize meeting notes and provide meeting summary and deliverables following weekly cross functional meetings. Follow up on action items and help keep projects moving forward

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, or related field (required). 1-3 years of experience in an administrative, office, or finance-related role (manufacturing industry preferred) Strong organizational and multitasking skills High attention to detail, especially with data and documentation Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) Basic financial or budgeting knowledge (invoicing, expense tracking) Strong communication skills and professional demeanor Ability to learn new systems and processes quickly Preferred Qualifications Internship or experience supporting a corporate or manufacturing team Exposure to data systems (ERP, PLM, or similar tools) Interest in food, product development, or innovation Preferred Qualifications Experience in bakery or food lab environment. Experience working in a regulated environment (e.g., GMP). Ability to work independently and as part of a team. BRC Audit Experience Bakery or Food Production commercialization experience

WORK CONDITIONS

This job operates in a production office environment. The employee is occasionally exposed to facility elements such as heat, cold, flour dust, PPE required. Occasional light lifting (samples/ingredients up to ~25 lbs) EEO Statement Crown Bakeries is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment. It is our policy to recruit, hire, train and promote individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law. We prohibit any such discrimination or harassment in our workplace and strive to foster a diverse and inclusive workforce. This EEO policy applies to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, benefits and other terms and conditions of employment.