R&D Specialist/ Product Development Specialist

Zohorecruit; Manila; On-site; PHP 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

Level Up Talent Solutions is seeking an R&D Specialist / Product Development Specialist in Manila, Philippines. The role focuses on supporting a pre-operational technical development program for a new food ingredient project, preparing samples, prototypes, and ingredients for bench and pilot trials.

The candidate will record observations, manage retained samples, and maintain clear documentation for the R&D and Feasibility Manager.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Food Technology, Food Science, Chemistry, Biology, Agriculture, Culinary Science or closely related field.
• 3–5 years in food F&D; product development, QA, lab work, ingredient handling, or pilot trial support.
• Exposure to puree processing, IQF handling, frozen ingredients, drying trails, sauces or beverages.
• Knowledge of food chemistry, ingredient functionality, pH, moisture, water activity, texture, color, heat effects, shelf-life indicators.
• Familiarity with GMP, sanitation, lab safety and organizing R&D workspace.

Responsibilities

• Support pre-operational R&D activities for a new food ingredient project.
• Prepare samples, prototypes, and ingredients for lab, bench-scale and pilot trials.
• Execute trials, record observations, and maintain accurate documentation.
• Organize retained samples, lab records, trial worksheets and dispatch files.
• Assist in evaluating product quality and trial results to support development and feasibility.
• Follow established procedures, food safety standards, and sanitation practices.

Skills

Food technology

Prototype development

Lab notebook

Pilot trials

Education

Bachelors in Food Science

Tools

GMP

Job description

R&D Specialist/ Product Development Specialist

Manila, Philippines, Philippines | Posted on 07/13/2026

• Industry Employment - Recruiting - Staffing
• City Manila, Philippines
• State/Province Manila
• Country Philippines

About Us

At Level Up Talent Solutions, we believe great work starts with feeling supported, trusted, and valued.

We are a people-focused talent company that connects skilled professionals with meaningful long-term opportunities. Our goal is to create an environment where you can do your best work, continue growing, and feel confident in the role you play within a team.

When you join Level Up Talent Solutions , you are not just filling a position. You are becoming part of a community that values clear communication, consistency, and mutual respect. We work closely with you to understand your strengths, your experience, and the type of work environment where you can thrive.

We support our talents through structured onboarding, ongoing guidance, and realistic expectations. You will always know what success looks like and who to turn to when you need support. We believe that when talents feel aligned and empowered, everyone succeeds.

At Level Up Talent Solutions, growth is not only about skills. It is about confidence, stability, and building a career you can be proud of.

We are here to help you level up.

Job Description

Level Up is looking for R&D Specialist / Product Development Specialist who will support the pre-operational technical development program for a new food ingredient manufacturing project. The role is responsible for preparing samples, executing bench and pilot trial tasks, recording measurements, organizing retained samples, preparing prototypes, and maintaining clear documentation for the R&D and Feasibility Manager. This position is ideal for a detail-oriented food technology or food science professional who wants hands-on exposure to product development, ingredient processing, pilot validation, and plant start-up work.

Key Responsibilities:

Support the pre-operational research and development activities for a new food ingredient manufacturing project.

Prepare product samples, prototypes, and ingredients for laboratory, bench-scale, and pilot trials.

Execute trial activities, record observations and measurements, and maintain accurate technical documentation.

Organize and manage retained samples, laboratory records, trial worksheets, prototype labels, and sample dispatch files.

Assist in evaluating product quality, ingredient functionality, and trial results to support product development and feasibility assessments.

Follow established laboratory procedures, food safety standards, GMP, and sanitation practices throughout R&D activities.

Collaborate with the R&D and Feasibility Manager in pilot validation, product development, and process improvement initiatives.

Maintain an organized R&D workspace while supporting day-to-day laboratory and product development operations.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Food Technology, Food Science, Chemistry, Biology, Agriculture, Culinary Science or closely related field

Minimum of 3 to 5 years of relevant experience in food F&D; product development, quality assurance, laboratory work, ingredient handling, food manufacturing, commissary production, or pilot trial support

Exposure to puree processing, IQF handling, frozen fruit or vegetable ingredients, frozen root crop ingredients, chilled or frozen supply chain, drying trails, sauces, fillings, bakery applications or beverage bases

Extensive knowledge of food chemistry, ingredient functionality, pH, Brix, moisture, water activity texture, color, heat effects, freezing behavior, and shelf-life indicator.

Familiarity with GMP, basic sanitation, laboratory safety, food handling control, and organize R&D workspace practices

Experience maintaining retained samples, laboratory notebooks, trial worksheets, sensory notes, sample photos, prototype labels, and dispatch files with cleaning discipline required

Must be comfortable performing repetitive bench work, handling food samples, following technical instruction, and working under a lean R&D team structure