Development Analyst

JDE Peet's; Johor Bahru; On-site; MYR 33,480 - 55,800; Full time

Job summary

Jdeprofessional in Johor Bahru is seeking a motivated individual to join their R&D team. You will take part in projects focused on food adaptation, maintain specifications and support sensory testing. Ideal candidates will have an academic background in Chemical Engineering or Food Science with less than two years of relevant experience. Good communication skills in English and knowledge of Bahasa Melayu or Mandarin are beneficial. The role offers a dynamic environment with opportunities for learning and growth.

Qualifications

• Academic background in Chemical Engineering, Food Science, or Nutrition required.
• < 2 years of post-graduation experience in a relevant field.
• Strong communication skills in English; proficiency in Bahasa Melayu and/or Mandarin is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead adaptation products under guidance, managing defined scope, budget, and timeline.
• Conduct sensory tests, including data collection and analysis.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and maintain accurate project documentation.

Skills

Good verbal, writing and communication skills in English

Fluent in Bahasa Melayu and/or Mandarin

Able to taste and describe food/drink

Education

Academic level degree/Higher degree/Trade qualified in Chemical Engineering/Food-Science and Nutrition or related fields

Job description

Responsibilities

• Represents R&D in simple Adapt for Excellence projects.
• Lead simple adaptation products under guidance of the team lead or manger within a defined scope, budget and timeline.
• Create, update maintain specifications in line with internal standards and regulatory requirements.
• Execute sensory tests, including sample preparation, test setup, data collection, and basic analysis.
• Support R&D sensory testing
• Support laboratory, pilot plant, and factory trials through hands-on participation, coordination, and documentation.
• Contribute to complex regional or global projects as a project team member.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Product Development, Packaging, Regulatory, Food Safety & Quality, and Innovation Technology.
• Maintain accurate project documentation, trial reports, and sensory records in accordance with R&D and quality systems
• Responsible for operating / maintaining simple equipment and facilities. Assuring good manufacturing practices with respect to maintenance and hygiene.
• Support and learn Specialist tasks as appropriate including (but not limited to): defining and leading pilot/plant trials, collecting experimental data, writing technical reports, developing prototypes, completing sensory, chemical, physical and analytical assessments of product, defining pack functional spec and selecting materials, completing physical lab testing and requesting/arranging external testing, writing technical reports.
• Adopts and follows all JDE technical systems and processes
• Write & perform standard operating procedures (SOP’s) and suggest adjustment of standardized methods for particular products and/or problems.
• Communicate project progress, findings, and conclusions to stakeholders to ensure awareness and timely actions, with guidance from the team lead or manager.
• Other tasks/duties as assigned by Team Lead/ Manager

Qualifications

Are you bursting with fresh ideas and a hunger for learning? We want you!

Here\'s what we\'re looking for:

Education:

• Academic level degree/Higher degree/ Trade qualified in Chemical Engineering/ Food-Science and Nutrition or related fields.

Experience:

< 2 years post-graduation in relevant field.

Good verbal, writing and communication skills in English. Fluent in Bahasa Melayu and/or Mandarin is advantageous.

Able to taste and describe food/drink