Job Description

To be successful in this role: -

• To assist and initiate new product development including production scale up tasks.
• Daily execution of R&D related lab activities
• To carry out R&D projects such as formulation, sample preparation and sensory evaluation of food products
• Manufacturing of batches in the R&D lab, process optimization for formulations, documentation generation, defining/creating release specifications and tracking stability
• Troubleshooting formulas as well as continuous improvement of existing formulas and processes
• Carry out pilot plant trials in production and coordinate with relevant departments to resolve problems.
• Maintain R&D raw material inventory which includes logging and removing expired raw materials.
• Ensure safe and hygiene conditions, equipment are maintained in R&D Lab
• To keep a record of all R&D related documents
• Perform other responsibilities as assigned by superior or management from time to time.

Job Requirements

The ideal candidate will have:

• Bachelor of Science in Food Science, Food technology, Culinology or equivalent.
• Candidates with baking experience will have an added advantage.
• Possesses at least 1 year’s working experience as a R&D Executive.
• However, fresh graduates are encouraged to apply.
• Possess analytical skills with a problem-solving attitude.
• Dynamic, self-motivated, good team Player and fast learner
• Proactive and versatile with strong initiative
• Ability to set own priorities and work independently and effectively in a team.
• Adaptability and willingness to learn new processes and technologies.

Skills