Research and Development Manager (R & D Manager)

Between $76k and $123k Per Year DOE (Depends on Experience) Position range in Missouri $76k - $131k Per Year Research and Development Manager (R & D Manager)

TRIUMPH FOODS, LLC

Occupation:

Food Scientists and Technologists

Location:

Saint Joseph, MO - 64504 Positions available: 1 Job #: 13815001

Posted:

12/29/2025

Updated:

12/29/2025

Expires:

04/30/2026 Web Onsite /

Remote:

Not Specified

Job Type:

Regular, Full Time (30 Hours or More), Permanent Employment Job Requirements and Properties Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Opens a new window. Work Onsite Full Time Education Associate's Degree Experience 24 Month(s) Age 18 and up Schedule Full Time Job Type Regular Duration Permanent Employment Benefits Job Description Help for Job Description. Opens a new window.

SUMMARY:

This position will function as a team member, collecting accurate and precise data from various production lines and processes throughout the plant. Performing tasks aside from data collection will be required. Those tasks are expected to be completed according to company procedures. Must effectively manage time to achieve data integrity and test reliability. This person will establish positive and professional working relationships with Management and our owners. Effective communication with Management, line leads, other R D Techs, members of the Integrated Research Committee, and production employees is required to accomplish data collection, experiment design, quality, specifications, and food safety goals.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND

RESPONSIBILITIESinclude, but are not limited to, the following: Collecting, recording, and downloading data as applicable: Colorimeter pH Meat quality Fat quality Carcass composition and scale data Dissection and yield tests Sequence and individual identification at line speed Adhere to processes and timelines for initiating test product passage through the stockyards to the rest of the plant Work collaboratively with the Laboratory for microbiological and other testing Support SQF program

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the work environment, knowledge, skill, and/or ability required or preferred. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. EDUCATION and/or

EXPERIENCE

An associates degree (minimum) or bachelors degree in a science or math based major.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read and interpret documents in the English language such as safety files, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Must be able to effectively communicate with USDA, production and management personnel.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to apply mathematical applications in practical situations.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to solve practical problems. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

High proficiency with computers and Microsoft office programs, especially Microsoft Excel, and the ability to learn and effectively use any and all other computer programs that are or will be made available.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands here are representative of those an employee should possess to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be required to move about the facility. The employee is required to sit; use hands to finger; handle; or feel/hold objects; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; speak; hear taste and smell. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Must be able to climb ladders and platforms, and enter confined spaces and wear all safety equipment. Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds or more.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters when performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Regularly exposed to cold/hot and/or humid conditions, climate extremes are found in all areas of the plant Frequently works near machinery with moving parts and vibration Regularly exposed to strong odors and the sight of blood Regular Exposure to cleaning and sanitation chemicals, hazardous material and waste as well as fumes or airborne particles Risk of electrical shock and vibration Noise level in the work environment is moderate but can be loud when in the production area