Research And Development Specialist

BSFIL Technologies, Inc.; Calauan; On-site; PHP 279,000 - 391,000; Full time

Job summary

BSFIL Technologies, Inc. is seeking an R&D-focused professional to innovate and develop food ingredients and formulations.

The role involves converting lab samples to production batches, establishing HACCP-compliant processes, and conducting shelf-life and sensory studies to support cost-effective product development. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in a related field and at least 1 year of R&D experience, with strong knowledge of food chemistry and ingredient functionality.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field is required.
• At least 1 year of work experience in R&D from concept to commercialization.
• Background in food ingredients functionality such as preservatives, emulsifiers, and flavor enhancers.
• Experience with food ingredient formulation and product formulation.
• Solid knowledge of food chemistry and statistics for designing experiments.

Responsibilities

• Innovate, develop research and design products according to market requirements with competitive price.
• Develop processes that are production friendly, convert prototype laboratory samples to production batches, and modify as needed.
• Establish standardized processes and instructions for production use (e.g., product specifications for RM/PM/FG), HACCP Plan, technical reports of experiments.
• Conduct shelf-life studies, sensory evaluation and research on various functional ingredients and assess for possible cost reduction & product development.
• Background in food ingredients formulation and product formulation.
• Exposure in bakery, snacks, meats, condiments, beverage, fast food, dairy, noodles and confectionary ingredients.
• Background in other production processes like meat processing, steam sterilization, milling, dry blending, wet line cooking and retort.
• Knowledgeable on food chemistry, statistical analysis used in designing experiments and measuring process capabilities.

Skills

Food chemistry

Statistical analysis

Product development

Formulation

Quality awareness

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Food Technology, Chemistry, Biology, Chemical Engineering, Nutrition or related field

Job description

Company Description BSFIL Technologies, Inc. is a Filipino-owned company specializing in the manufacturing and trading of food ingredients and seasonings for food manufacturers, hotels, restaurants, and food chains. The company focuses on delivering world-class, cost-effective, and efficient products and services tailored to client needs. BSFIL develops custom blended solutions, supported by superior quality standards and responsive customer service. Its product portfolio includes spices, spice oleoresins, food additives, seasoning blends, sauces, natural flavors, food colors, and other food ingredients, including Low-Bac spices and seasonings. The company also offers toll-pack blending services, providing flexible support to diverse food industry partners.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Innovate, develop research and design products according to market requirements with competitive price.
• Develop processes that are production friendly, convert prototype laboratory samples to production batches, and modify as or when needed.
• Establish standardized processes and instructions for production use (e.g., product specifications for RM/PM/FG), HACCP Plan, technical reports of experiments.
• Conduct shelf-life studies, sensory evaluation and research on various functional ingredients and assess for possible cost reduction & product development. (New Product Development Cycle)
• Bachelor's Degree in Food Technology, Chemistry, Biology, Chemical Engineering, Nutrition or any related course.
• With at least one (1) year work experience in the field of R&D (from concept to commercialization)
• Background in food ingredients functionality (meat preservatives, phosphates, curing salts, emulsifiers, extenders, acidulants, sweeteners, thickeners, bakery enzymes & preservatives, flavors & flavor enhancers)
• Background in food ingredients formulation and product formulation.
• Exposure in bakery, snacks, meats, condiments, beverage, fast food, dairy, noodles and confectionary ingredients.
• Background in other production processes like meat processing, steam sterilization, milling, dry blending, wet line cooking and retort.
• Knowledgeable on food chemistry, statistical analysis used in designing experiments and measuring process capabilities.