R&D Food Product Developer: Prototyping & Innovation

Akri USA; Santa Fe (NM); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance (

Long-term disability insurance

Life insurance (employee only)

Paid time off

Job summary

Akri USA in Santa Fe, NM seeks an R&D Staff (Product Development) to develop and improve food products, conduct ingredient and market research, and collaborate with internal departments to enhance production efficiency and innovation.

The role involves creating prototypes, optimizing recipes, staying current with market trends, and preparing proposals for stakeholders. The position requires hands-on prototype development experience and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; college degree in Food Science, Biochemistry, or related field preferred.
• 1+ year of experience in food science or chemistry-related roles preferred.
• Familiarity with basic food manufacturing and product development processes.
• Hands-on experience in prototype development for at least 3 years.

Responsibilities

• Understand ingredients’ characteristics, functions, and costs; grasp product manufacturing processes and customer requirements.
• Create new or improved product prototypes and labels in compliance with food regulations.
• Design cost-effective industrial recipes based on knowledge of ingredient pricing and production processes.
• Develop or improve efficient production procedures through line testing and pilot runs.
• Stay informed on market trends in raw materials and packaging and share insights with relevant departments.
• Research and propose alternatives for ingredients or materials expected to be in short supply.
• Investigate and recommend new methods or equipment to improve production efficiency.
• Monitor trends in the food and consumer markets to develop forward-looking product concepts.
• Prepare market research reports, new product proposals, and presentation materials for internal and external stakeholders.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor, including lifting and moving materials up to 50 lbs.

Skills

Japanese (N1 level)

Product development knowledge

Education

High school diploma

College degree in Food Science or Biochemistry or related field

Job description

Akri USA in Santa Fe, NM seeks an R&D Staff (Product Development) to develop and improve food products, conduct ingredient and market research, and collaborate with internal departments to enhance production efficiency and innovation.

The role involves creating prototypes, optimizing recipes, staying current with market trends, and preparing proposals for stakeholders. The position requires hands-on prototype development experience and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs.