RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT EXECUTIVE (RYOYU BAKING)

myNews; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking a Research & Development Executive to enhance its bakery offerings. In this exciting role, you'll be responsible for product development, including designing and testing new recipes, and ensuring quality control. You'll collaborate with a dynamic team, conduct sensory evaluations, and stay ahead of market trends. If you're passionate about baking and eager to contribute to a forward-thinking food manufacturer, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of baking experience, including Danish pastry.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Word.

Responsibilities

• Conduct product development including designing and baking prototypes.
• Manage materials related to manufacturing and conduct tests on dough.
• Participate in food exhibitions and research market trends.

Skills

Bread making processes

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word)

Time management

Problem-solving

Good hygiene practices

Education

Relevant certificates in bread making

Job description

RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT EXECUTIVE (RYOYU BAKING)

Job Purpose:

• Assist in Bakery Development of myNEWS Ryoyu Baking.

Job Responsibilities:

1. Conduct product development, including designing products, creating prototypes (weighing, preparation, shaping including Danish pastry, baking, simple packaging), and inspecting prototypes (with QA).
2. Attend product development meetings, prepare samples for testing, and record minutes.
3. Produce product prototypes upon request.
4. Manage materials related to manufacturing.
5. Conduct testing on dough and develop new dough recipes to improve product quality.
6. Examine product prototypes and check expiration dates.
7. Create test runs, specifications, manufacturing process manuals, and product information.
8. Coordinate inspection contents, determine expiration dates, and provide product info to JAKIM.
9. Perform sensory evaluations regularly to ensure product quality.
10. Research new ingredients, request samples, and conduct tests.
11. Stock ingredients and share inventory info with purchasing, considering import customs clearance periods.
12. Survey market trends at least twice a month.
13. Participate in food exhibitions and study sessions for skill enhancement.
14. Purchase competitor products (e.g., from FamilyMart) and create product catalogues.
15. Support negotiations with new business partners, including product design, sampling, and improvements for launches.
16. Assist with ad hoc tasks assigned by superiors.

Requirements:

1. Experience in bread making processes such as weighing, preparation, shaping, and baking.
2. Proficiency in computer skills, especially Microsoft Office (Excel, Word).
3. Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
4. Excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
5. Good hygiene practices suitable for a food manufacturing environment.
6. Valid typhoid injection card.
7. Willingness to work in shifts.
8. Capability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously in a team setting.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. 3 to 5 years of baking experience, including Danish pastry.
2. Fluency in English and Malay.
3. Relevant certificates in bread making.