R&D Associate: Flavor Development & Pilot Production

CareersInFood.com; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

I. Rice & Co., an independent family-owned food manufacturer in Philadelphia, is seeking an entry-level R&D Associate to support the product development process from bench to market.

You will execute pilot plant batches, weigh ingredients, and assist in sample creation, tastings, and sensory evaluations while maintaining proper documentation in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Training is provided as needed and you will work across lab, office, and plant areas.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• GMPs training provided as needed.
• Ability to work in a team environment and individually.
• Proficient MS Office with basic computer literacy.
• Strong written and oral communication and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Execute multiple pilot plant production batches daily to support the R&D team commercialization process.
• Accurately weigh ingredients and finished goods for samples.
• Learn the product lines and functions of each.
• Evaluate product to verify quality standards.
• Maintain documentation for raw materials, finished goods, and samples.
• Assist in building product samples and trade show shipments.
• Participate in tastings, flavor testing and sensory evaluations.
• Assist in bench work and application testing where needed.
• Maintain proper lab conditions and a clean working environment.
• Support cross-functional team members to meet deadlines.
• Be capable of working in laboratory, office, and plant areas.
• Thrive in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities.

Skills

Written communication

Oral communication

Attention to detail

Time management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

MS Office

Job description

I. Rice & Co., an independent family-owned food manufacturer in Philadelphia, is seeking an entry-level R&D Associate to support the product development process from bench to market.

You will execute pilot plant batches, weigh ingredients, and assist in sample creation, tastings, and sensory evaluations while maintaining proper documentation in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Training is provided as needed and you will work across lab, office, and plant areas.