Innovative Food Packaging R&D Specialist

Nissin Foods (USA) Co., Inc.; Gardena (CA); On-site; USD 67,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Nissin Foods (USA) Co., Inc. in Gardena, CA is seeking an R&D Specialist to manage product development and production activities, including creating and evaluating samples for internal and external customers.

You will collaborate with process engineers, plant management, and marketing to keep projects on schedule and within budget, perform tests on products, and ensure labeling and regulatory considerations.

Qualifications

• BS in chemistry or chemical engineering with related experience.
• 2+ years in R&D packaging within the food industry.

Responsibilities

• Develop and evaluate packaging samples for new and existing products.
• Conduct product development tests, formulation, and prototype evaluation.
• Select materials and negotiate pricing to reduce costs.
• Ensure shelf-life, sensory attributes, and nutritional content.
• Support project management to keep on schedule and on budget.

Skills

Microsoft Office

ERP System

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering

Tools

ERP System

Job description

Nissin Foods (USA) Co., Inc. in Gardena, CA is seeking an R&D Specialist to manage product development and production activities, including creating and evaluating samples for internal and external customers.

You will collaborate with process engineers, plant management, and marketing to keep projects on schedule and within budget, perform tests on products, and ensure labeling and regulatory considerations.