R&D Manager

Eramas Ingredients; Seremban; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A food product development firm in Negeri Sembilan is seeking a qualified R&D Specialist responsible for the research and development of food-related products. The ideal candidate should possess a Bachelor's degree in Food Management or a related field, with experience in the Food & Beverages industry. A strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and communication skills in both English and Bahasa Malaysia are required. Responsibilities include managing product trials, ensuring quality control, and conducting sensory evaluations.

Qualifications

• Experience in R&D in Food & Beverages industry.
• Knowledge of lab management and quality assurance.
• Ability to conduct sensory evaluations and stability studies.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research and development related to food products.
• Plan and oversee production trials and process improvements.
• Manage lab maintenance and quality control.

Skills

Excellent Writing and Communication skills in English

Team player

Leadership skills

Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Food Management, Food Science, Food Technology

Job description

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• 1) Responsible in all research and development of products related matters.
• 2) To plan, design and formulate new product/ process as well as improve existing product/ process, from project creation to realization in production.
• 3) To search and evaluate new raw materials; review and improve the application for new & current raw materials and packaging materials when necessary.
• 4) To plan, organize and oversee production trials.
• 5) To support process improvements, production scale up and troubleshooting.
• 6) To ensure product development are continual improvement in quality and safety; compatible and beneficial to the manufacturing capabilities; research feasibility in terms of profitability, resource availability and compliance with regulations.
• 7) To carry out laboratory management including maintenance and calibration of lab instruments/ equipment.
• 8) To maintain high level of quality, control and quality assurance of all analysis carried out in the laboratory.
• 9) To ensure data analysis and specifications of products are regularly updated and reviewed.
• 10) To conduct sensory evaluation, shelf life & stability study toward new product & existing products.
• 11) To prepare reports of R&D department to management.
• 12) To ensure all R&D documentation and daily analysis records are updated, maintained and filed in accordingly.
• 13) To establish related training for junior and always supervise them for R&D job.
• 14) To perform ad hoc tasks assigned by superior from time to time.
• 15) To perform other duties stipulated as per MeSTI & HACCP requirements

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Candidate must possess at least Bachelor’s Degree, Post Graduate Diploma, Professional Degree in the field of Food Management, Food Science, Food Management, Food Technology or other relevant courses.
• Candidates must have experience and knowledge of R&D in Food & Beverages industry
• Proficient in using Microsoft Excel and Words is a MUST.
• Excellent Writing and Communication skills in English.
• Excellent Communication, Interpersonal, Organizational, Leadership and multi-tasking skills are required.
• A matured team player, resourceful and self-motivated with high integrity, independent, responsible and aggressive.
• Required language(s): Bahasa Malaysia and English.
• Applicants must be willing to work in BANDAR ENSTEK, NEGERI SEMBILAN