R&D Executive

Piau Kee Live & Frozen Seafoods Sdn Bhd; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 67,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group Insurance

Yearly Bonus

Company Trip

Medic

Job summary

Piau Kee Live & Frozen Seafoods Sdn Bhd is seeking an R&D Executive to support and carry out product and raw material research, formulation development, sample preparation, testing, documentation, and raw material improvements. The role focuses on developing new products, improving existing formulations, ensuring quality standards, and maintaining thorough documentation throughout the R&D process.

The candidate will conduct trials, testing, stability studies, and ensure compliance with HACCP,

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in R&D, food product development, seafood processing, QA.
• Good understanding of HACCP, Halal, ISO and other food regulations.
• Detail-oriented and able to manage multiple R&D activities.
• Willing to participate in hands-on product trials and production activities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct product and raw material research to support new product development.
• Develop and improve product formulations based on requirements, quality standards, cost, and market needs.
• Conduct market and competitor research to identify trends and opportunities.
• Carry out product trials, formulation testing, stability studies, and sample preparation.
• Maintain records of R&D activities, formulation details, specifications, trial results, and documentation.
• Stay updated on food industry innovations, ingredients, technologies, and market trends.

Education

Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Food Engineering, or related field

Job description

The R&D Executive is responsible for supporting and carrying out the Company’s product and raw material research, formulation development, sample preparation, testing, documentation, and raw material improvement activities. The main role is to develop new products, improve existing formulations, maintain product quality standards, and ensure proper documentation throughout the R&D process.

Responsibilities:

Conduct product and raw material research to support new product development and improvement of existing products.

Develop and improve product formulations based on product requirements, quality standards, cost considerations, and market needs.

Conduct market and competitor research to identify product trends, opportunities, and potential improvements.

Carry out product trials, formulation testing, stability studies, and sample preparation to ensure products meet the required quality and performance standards.

Maintain proper records of R&D activities, formulation details, product specifications, trial results, and other relevant documentation.

Keep updated on food industry innovations, ingredients, technologies, product developments, and market trends.

Requirements

Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Food Engineering, or a related field.

Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in R&D, food product development, seafood processing technologies, food safety standards and quality assurance protocols.

Good understanding on HACCP, Halal, ISO and other food-related regulations requirements

Detail-oriented, organized, and able to manage multiple R&D activities effectively.

Willing to participate in hands-on product trials, testing, and production activities.

Able to communicate in English, Bahasa Malaysia, and/or Mandarin will be an added advantage.

Fresh graduates with strong interest in R&D and food product development may also be considered.

Perks and benefits

• Group Insurance
• Yearly Bonus
• Company Trip
• Medic