The R&D Specialist is responsible for assuring that the products produced are safe, legal and are of the quality claimed. They are involved in developing the manufacturing processes and recipes of food and beverage products and may work on existing and newly discovered ingredients to invent new recipes and concepts.
Responsibilities
- Conduct shelf-life study on the products develop.
- Research current consumer markets and latest technologies to develop new product concepts;
- Select and screen raw materials and packaging materials from suppliers. Coordinates with Flavor Specialist Raw Materials and Packaging Material In-charge for the Raw Material and Packaging Material Specification.
- Provides formulation, product specification, procedure, and initial HACCP process flow of newly developed products.
- Conduct sensory evaluation on new flavors from suppliers.
- Deal with any customer complaint investigations or product issues;
- Assist technical assistance as per clients requests.
- Provide or assist Sales executives with the technical know-how that will help boost sales performance.
- Support all RND activities and ensures good relation and communication with all team members and respond politely and in a timely fashion to internal and external customers.
- Maintains Good Laboratory Practices as well as Good Manufacturing Practices in all technical areas.
- Upkeep flavors laboratory and all laboratory equipment and accessories.
- Prepares report required by the Technical and Quality Manager.
- Undertakes other duties, either for this department and/or other departments within the business, which may be requested by the Technical and Quality Manager, for which training and/or an explanation has been provided and understood.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's or higher degree in Food Science, Chemistry, or a related field
- Experience in the Food/Flavor industry, specifically in research and development
- Knowledge of flavor chemistry, ingredient functionality, and sensory evaluation
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively in a team
- Excellent communication and presentation skills
- Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Experience with flavor formulation software and laboratory equipment
- Understanding of food safety regulations and quality control processes
- Passion for innovation and staying up-to-date with industry trends
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- Company Christmas gift
- Company events
- Free parking
- Health insurance
- On-site parking
- Opportunities for promotion
- Paid training
- Pay raise
- Subsidies
