Operations - brand Liaison Mgr

New Product Development Manager

Direct liaison between operations, marketing, sales, and R&D to ensure continuity in new product offerings consistent with goals and strategies for Wells' Dairy.

Reviews and approves material, packaging, costing, and process specifications in line with the NPD process.

Consistently looks for new developments, materials, and/or processes for use in operations to improve products while reducing overall costs.

Responsible for new product start-ups, timely product launches, testing 1, 2, 3 methodology, tracking, and improvement of efficiencies, reduction of waste, and cost associated with start-ups and launches.

Responsible for all aspects of test runs which includes; test run process improvement, better utilization of equipment, material coordination, and management of test run budgets.

Serves as an integral member on product core teams ensuring that there is strong communication flow between plant operations, R&D, sales, logistics, and marketing groups. Works collaboratively with the team sharing ideas and operational concerns and recommending process related quality improvements for new and existing products.

On capacity constrained lines, recommends changes to improve production methods which may include equipment and capital to improve efficiencies. Works toward balancing lines, plant improvements, identifying cost savings, and product quality improvements.

In order to provide technical and consultative support, will travel periodically to various production facilities both within and outside of Wells network.

Wells Enterprises, Inc. is the largest privately held ice cream manufacturer in the United States. Founded in 1913 by Fred H. Wells and run by the Wells family for generations, the company is an independent operating company of the Ferrero Group, one of the global leaders in sweet, packaged foods. Wells produces more than 200 million gallons of ice cream per year and distributes products in all 50 states. Wells manufactures its signature brand Blue Bunny®, lower-calorie Halo Top®, the iconic Bomb Pop®, and Blue Ribbon Classics®. Wells employs nearly 4,000 ice cream aficionados across the country. The company is headquartered in Le Mars, Iowa, where Wells has made Le Mars the "Ice Cream Capital of the World" as the largest manufacturer of ice cream in one location. Wells operates two manufacturing plants in Le Mars, Iowa, a manufacturing plant in Dunkirk, New York, and a manufacturing facility in Henderson, Nevada.

At Wells, we're proud to support our employees with comprehensive benefits that enhance health, financial wellness, and include paid time off (PTO). Eligible employees may also receive an annual incentive bonus based on Company performance.

Requisition ID: 2208714