R&D Executive

RAPID TASTE FOOD INDUSTRIES SDN. BHD.; Pasir Gudang; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

RAPID TASTE FOOD INDUSTRIES SDN. BHD. delivers halal-compliant ready-to-eat meals, sauces, and intelligent food solutions using premium local ingredients and retort technology.

This role focuses on developing new products and improving existing ones to meet market demand and regulatory standards. Based in Pasir Gudang, Johor, the candidate will work closely with QC and Production teams to scale up lab prototypes, ensure stability, and support sourcing of materials.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Food Science/Technology or related background.
• Experience in food manufacturing/R&D, but fresh graduates are welcomed to apply.
• Good understanding on food safety and regulatory compliance (e.g. Malaysia Food Law & Food Regulations, HACCP, GMP, ISO 22000, FSSC 22000)
• Strong knowledge on sensory evaluation, food chemistry, ingredients and processing technologies
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills
• Possess strong teamwork and communication skills
• Ability to multitask and work in fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

• Develop & formulate new food products based on market trends & company direction
• Improve existing products in terms of sensory attributes, stability and cost-effectiveness
• Prepare technical documents such as raw material / product specification, product ingredient list/label, nutrition facts, product process flow and shelf life list
• Conduct product stability study for new and existing products
• Work closely with Quality Control (QC) team for product quality related matters
• Responsible for conducting new products scale up from lab-scale to full production and trial runs
• Collaborate with Production team on production output, process flow improvement, etc
• Conduct research & analyze market trend study for new opportunities
• Work closely with Procurement team for new / alternative raw materials sourcing
• Liaise with external suppliers for laboratory analysis and lab equipment/instrument purchase

Skills

Sensory evaluation

Food chemistry

Ingredients & processing tech

Analytical skills

Teamwork & communication

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Food Science/Technology or related

Job description

RTFI delivers innovative, halal-compliant ready-to-eat meals, sauces, and intelligent food solutions for modern kitchens. Using premium local ingredients and cutting-edge retort technology, we create export-ready products that offer authentic taste and long shelf life. With over 100 SKUs and a strong foothold in the HORECA market, RTFI helps businesses serve quality food faster and more efficiently.

REQUIREMENT

• Preferably candidates with Bachelor’s Degree in Food Science, Food Technology or related background.
• Experienced in food manufacturing / R&D, but fresh graduates are welcomed to apply
• Good understanding on food safety and regulatory compliance (e.g. Malaysia Food Law & Food Regulations, HACCP, GMP, ISO 22000, FSSC 22000)
• Strong knowledge on sensory evaluation, food chemistry, ingredients and processing technologies
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills
• Possess strong teamwork and communication skills
• Ability to multitask and work in fast-paced environment

JOB SCOPE / RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop & formulate new food products based on market trends & company direction
• Improve existing products in terms of sensory attributes, stability and cost-effectiveness
• Prepare technical documents such as raw material / product specification, product ingredient list/label, nutrition facts, product process flow and shelf life list
• Conduct product stability study for new and existing products
• Work closely with Quality Control (QC) team for product quality related matters
• Responsible for conducting new products scale up from lab-scale to full production and trial runs
• Collaborate with Production team on production output, process flow improvement, etc
• Conduct research & analyze market trend study for new opportunities
• Work closely with Procurement team for new / alternative raw materials sourcing
• Liaise with external suppliers for laboratory analysis and lab equipment/instrument purchase