CPS SG R&D Operations Scientist

Job Title: CPS SG R&D Operations Scientist

Location: Tuas, Singapore

Note: Due to Singapore statutory regulations, we will prioritize applicants with the right to work in Singapore without Coca-Cola sponsorship.

Company Benefits:

• 37.5-hour work week (additional hours paid OT)
• $90 quarterly allowance for Coca Cola products
• 18 days annual leave
• Medical and Dental coverage - $400/year
• Coverage for self and dependents
• Door-to-door transportation for shift timings
• Rotating shifts: Morning (7:30am - 4pm), Afternoon (3:30pm - Midnight)

About the Company:

Pacific Refreshments Pte Ltd (Coca-Cola Singapore) is a strategic concentrate manufacturing plant serving ASEAN, South Pacific, and Southwest Asia. We are expanding our capacity and digital transformation efforts, committed to safety and recognized as a top employer in 2020.

Job Responsibilities:

Supporting new product development through scientific research, prototype development, analysis, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to innovate and ensure product safety and quality.

Key Duties:

1. Develop lab prototypes and conduct sensory and analytical tests.
2. Design, evaluate, and optimize product prototypes against technical specifications.
3. Provide expertise during production trials and collaborate with plant and bottling partners.
4. Perform chemical analyses and prepare samples for testing.
5. Design and evaluate experiments for new ingredients, products, and processes.
6. Document findings and support decision-making with detailed reports.
7. Participate in cross-departmental projects and initiatives.
8. Manage product development from concept to finalization, coordinating with technical and marketing teams.
9. Leverage scientific knowledge and literature to innovate within project scopes.
10. Ensure product safety and quality through application of food science principles.
11. Lead project meetings and mentor junior staff.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Bachelor’s in Food Science, Chemistry, or related; Master’s preferred.
• 2-3 years in beverage product development.
• Knowledge of flavor chemistry, distillation, extraction, blending, and key ingredients.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with chromatography data systems.
• Strong communication skills for technical reporting and presentations.
• Ability to handle proprietary information responsibly.
• Project management skills are a plus.

What We Offer:

• Purpose-driven work supporting environmental and community well-being.
• Global networking opportunities.
• Inclusive work environment fostering growth and safety.

Skills:

Leadership, Chemistry, Product Development, Influencing, Continual Improvement, Environmental Science, Research, Organization, Food Science & Technology, Communication, Food Safety, Laboratory Testing, Data Management, Quality Control, Green Solutions