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Solina Canada

R&D Supervisor

Toronto, ON, Canada
Greater Toronto Area, Canada, Canada

Full-time

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Job type: Full-time
Apply by: Nov 12, 2026
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 13, 2026

Original job description

R&D Supervisor – Solina Canada (Toronto, ON)

Solina Canada is a national leader in the development and manufacturing of customized culinary solutions, including seasonings, marinades, sauces, broths, functional ingredient blends, and other value-added food solutions for the food industry.

Operating in Quebec (Laval and Boisbriand) and Ontario (Toronto), Solina Canada partners with leading food manufacturers, foodservice operators, and retailers across North America. Our success is built on innovation, technical expertise, customer focus, and collaboration.

Joining Solina Canada means being part of a growing, people-focused company where collaboration, creativity, and the joy of doing things right are part of everyday life. We value diversity, encourage initiative, and provide an environment where everyone can actively contribute to shaping the future of food in Canada.

Our Culture: The PACE Mindset

At Solina, the way we work is built around the PACE mindset, which guides our behaviours, decisions, and actions every day.

P – PUSH the boundaries, be bold and ambitious

We think bigger, challenge existing ways of working, and push ourselves to go further.

A – ACT and make it happen, be accountable for delivering

We take ownership, create clarity, move decisions forward, and deliver concrete results.

C – CREATE through curiosity, be solutions-oriented

We ask questions, seek to understand, explore new ideas, and focus on finding solutions.

E – EXCEL together, be Unique and United

We value different perspectives, collaborate across teams and boundaries, and work together toward what is best for Solina.

Joining Solina means working in an environment where everyone is encouraged to be curious, take initiative, collaborate, and make a meaningful contribution to our collective success.

Together, let’s make a difference with taste.

Your Role

The R&D Supervisor – Toronto is responsible for the overall management of Research & Development activities at our Toronto facility.

This leadership role oversees a team of Food Scientists while managing multiple development projects from concept through commercialization. You will drive innovation, support business growth, optimize existing products and manufacturing processes, and ensure R&D activities align with customer expectations, regulatory requirements, and Solina Canada’s strategic objectives.

The position is dedicated to the Toronto facility while collaborating with corporate functions and other Solina locations on strategic initiatives when required.

Your ResponsibilitiesR&D Project Management

Plan, prioritize, and coordinate multiple Research & Development projects based on business priorities and commercial timelines;
Lead projects from concept through commercialization while ensuring deadlines, budgets, quality standards, and profitability objectives are achieved;
Ensure product samples are developed and delivered according to customer expectations and established timelines;
Maintain a structured project management process, including documentation, project tracking, reporting, and performance monitoring for all Toronto R&D activities;
Prepare and communicate weekly, monthly, and quarterly project updates and key performance indicators.

Leadership & People Management

Lead, coach, mentor, and develop a team of Food Scientists;
Establish clear objectives, provide ongoing performance feedback, and support employee development;
Promote collaboration, innovation, accountability, and continuous learning within the R&D team;
Facilitate knowledge sharing related to product development, manufacturing processes, ingredients, and technical expertise;
Foster a positive, engaged, and high-performing team environment aligned with Solina’s values.

Product Development & Innovation

Lead the development of innovative food products that meet customer expectations, market trends, and business objectives;
Oversee formulation activities while ensuring compliance with internal procedures, customer specifications, food safety requirements, and regulatory standards;
Resolve technical challenges related to product development, ingredient functionality, manufacturing processes, and product performance;
Identify opportunities to improve existing products, formulations, and manufacturing efficiencies;
Stay informed on emerging food trends, ingredient technologies, and industry innovations;
Provide technical expertise during customer meetings, product presentations, plant trials, and commercialization activities;
Contribute to innovation initiatives supporting Solina Canada’s continued growth.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Work closely with Commercial, Innovation, and Corporate teams to support business development and customer success;
Partner with Regulatory Affairs, Quality Assurance, Procurement, Production, Supply Chain, and Operations teams to optimize internal processes and improve overall business performance;
Participate in corporate initiatives and collaborate with other Solina sites whenever required.

Quality, Food Safety & Continuous Improvement

Ensure all product development and commercialization activities comply with internal quality standards and customer requirements;
Support HACCP programs and food safety initiatives throughout the product development process;
Promote continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to improve products, processes, efficiencies, and technical practices;
Ensure compliance with all applicable food industry regulations and company standards.

Systems, Reporting & Administration

Utilize internal business systems and reporting tools, including Rel8/Salesforce, Power BI, Syspro, and other corporate platforms;
Maintain accurate project documentation and technical records;
Prepare and submit monthly capitalization summaries and other required corporate reports within established deadlines.

Innovation Funding

Coordinate activities related to Canada’s Scientific Research & Experimental Development (SR&ED) program;
Ensure eligible innovation projects are properly documented to maximize available tax credits and submitted within required timelines.

Embody the PACE Ways of Working and Behaviours

PUSH the boundaries, be bold and ambitious by challenging existing approaches, identifying new product and process opportunities, and encouraging the R&D team to pursue meaningful innovation that supports customers and business growth;
ACT and make it happen, be accountable for delivering by taking ownership of R&D priorities, creating clarity for the team, making timely decisions, and ensuring projects progress from concept through commercialization;
CREATE through curiosity, be solutions-oriented by exploring new ingredients, technologies, formulations, and processes, asking the right technical questions, and developing practical solutions to customer and manufacturing challenges;
EXCEL together, be Unique and United by developing the R&D team, sharing technical expertise, and collaborating across Commercial, Quality, Regulatory, Procurement, Production, Supply Chain, Operations, and other Solina teams to achieve shared objectives.

Your Profile

Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Chemistry, or a related scientific discipline;
Master’s degree or Ph.D. is considered a strong asset;
Minimum of seven (7) years of progressive Research & Development experience within the food manufacturing industry, ideally involving both dry-blended and liquid food products;
Demonstrated experience leading new product development projects from concept through commercialization;
Strong project management experience in a manufacturing environment;
Minimum of three (3) years of people management experience, including coaching, developing, and leading technical teams;
Solid understanding of food manufacturing processes, ingredient functionality, regulatory requirements, and food safety systems;
Knowledge of HACCP principles and food industry quality standards;
Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English. French is considered a strong asset;
Strong leadership, communication, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills;
Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining a high level of attention to detail;
Results-oriented with a passion for innovation, continuous improvement, and customer satisfaction;
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and business reporting systems;
Willingness to travel occasionally for business-related activities;
Must be legally authorized to work in Canada.

What We Offer

Competitive compensation;
Comprehensive group benefits program;
Employer-matched retirement savings program;
Paid vacation and personal days;
Professional development and career advancement opportunities;
A collaborative, innovative, and people-focused work environment;
The opportunity to influence product innovation and contribute directly to the continued growth of Solina Canada.

Equal Opportunity, Accessibility and Recruitment Process

Solina Canada is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering an inclusive, diverse, and accessible workplace.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), accommodations are available upon request throughout the recruitment and selection process. Applicants requiring accommodation are encouraged to advise Human Resources at any stage of the process.

Solina Canada does not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, or select candidates during the recruitment process.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in Canada.

We thank all applicants for their interest in Solina Canada. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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Responsibilities

Lead R&D activities at the Toronto facility, managing Food Scientists and multiple product development projects from concept through commercialization. Drive innovation and product and process improvements while ensuring customer, quality, food safety, regulatory, reporting, and business requirements are met.

Requirements

A bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Chemistry, or a related scientific discipline is required; a master’s degree or Ph.D. is a strong asset. Candidates need at least seven years of progressive food manufacturing R&D experience, three years of people management experience, and demonstrated project leadership, food safety, regulatory, communication, and problem-solving capabilities.

Skills

R&D Project Management
Food Product Development
Team Leadership
People Management
Food Formulation
Food Manufacturing Processes
Ingredient Functionality
Commercialization
HACCP
Food Safety
Regulatory Compliance
Continuous Improvement
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Project Reporting
SR&ED Program Coordination
Microsoft Office

Benefits

Competitive Compensation
Paid Vacation
Paid Personal Days
Professional Development Opportunities
Career Advancement Opportunities

Visa sponsorship

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Keywords

Research and Development
Food Science
Food Technology
Chemistry
Food Manufacturing
Product Development
Product Formulation
Commercialization
Project Management
Food Scientists
Dry-Blended Products
Liquid Food Products
Ingredient Functionality
Food Safety
HACCP
Regulatory Compliance
Quality Assurance
Manufacturing Processes
Continuous Improvement
Scientific Research and Experimental Development
Rel8
Salesforce
Power BI
Syspro
Microsoft Office
Customer Specifications
Product Innovation
Project Tracking
Performance Monitoring
Food Industry Regulations

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