Hands-On R&D Assistant - Bakery Food Innovation

Joseph; Lawrence (MA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

Paid holidays

Vacation time

Paid training

Job summary

Joseph's Bakery in Lawrence, MA is seeking a reliable R&D Assistant to support the R&D Manager and the day-to-day activities of our Research & Development function. You will assist with ingredient preparation, product testing, sample preparation, basic laboratory testing, and production trials.

This is a hands-on role in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment. The R&D Assistant will collaborate with Production, Quality, and other departments as needed and should be organized, dependable,

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 0–2 years of experience in food manufacturing, production, R&D, or related environment preferred.
• Food manufacturing experience preferred.
• Basic knowledge of food ingredients and bakery processes preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, hands-on manufacturing environment.
• Relocation assistance not provided.

Responsibilities

• Assist the R&D Manager with day-to-day R&D activities and product development projects.
• Prepare, measure, organize, and coordinate ingredients and materials for testing and trials.
• Prepare samples and assist with product testing following recipes, formulas, and procedures.
• Assist with plant trials and product testing in the production environment.
• Perform basic laboratory testing and accurately record results.
• Maintain organized records, samples, ingredients, and R&D supplies.
• Communicate with Production, Quality, and other departments as needed.
• Manage day-to-day tasks independently and coordinate priorities with the R&D Manager.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Joseph's Bakery in Lawrence, MA is seeking a reliable R&D Assistant to support the R&D Manager and the day-to-day activities of our Research & Development function. You will assist with ingredient preparation, product testing, sample preparation, basic laboratory testing, and production trials.

This is a hands-on role in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment. The R&D Assistant will collaborate with Production, Quality, and other departments as needed and should be organized, dependable,