R&D Technician

CAPITOL DISTRIBUTION COMPANY LLC; La Mirada (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

CAPITOL DISTRIBUTION COMPANY LLC in La Mirada, CA is hiring an R&D Technician to support the Research & Development team with product testing, sample prep, data collection, and test-kitchen operations. You’ll follow formulas, document results, and help evaluate new food ideas.

The role suits someone who enjoys working with food, pays close attention to details, and can operate kitchen and lab equipment. This is an on-site position with a hands-on, collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Interest in food preparation, food testing, product development, or food science.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Basic computer skills and the ability to accurately enter and organize data.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with a team.

Responsibilities

• Perform bench tests using mixers, fryers, ovens, proofers, and other kitchen equipment.
• Prepare ingredients, samples, and food products according to formulas and testing procedures.
• Record, organize, and maintain testing data and product-development documentation.
• Use computer programs to organize data and document material specifications for release or hold.
• Maintain and organize product-retain bins, samples, and related paperwork.
• Monitor laboratory inventory and replenish raw ingredients and supplies as needed.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the test kitchen, equipment, and storage areas.
• Follow all food-safety, quality, sanitation, and GMP requirements.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Food science interest

Detail oriented

Data entry

Team collaboration

Equipment operation

Tools

Excel

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: La Mirada, CA 90638

Salary Range: $20.00 - $22.00 Hourly

Love cooking, experimenting with ingredients, and trying new foods? Turn your passion into a career!

Join our Research & Development team as an R&D Technician, where you’ll help prepare, test, taste, and evaluate food products while supporting the development of exciting new ideas. Your hands-on work and feedback could help shape the food products people enjoy tomorrow!

Position Summary

The R&D Technician supports the Research & Development team with product testing, sample preparation, ingredient management, data collection, and general test-kitchen operations. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with food, following detailed procedures, and contributing to the development and improvement of food products.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform bench tests using mixers, fryers, ovens, proofers, and other food-service or test-kitchen equipment.
• Prepare ingredients, samples, and food products according to established formulas and testing procedures.
• Accurately record, organize, and maintain testing data and product-development documentation.
• Use computer programs to organize data and document whether materials meet established specifications for release or hold.
• Maintain and organize product-retain bins, physical samples, and related paperwork.
• Monitor laboratory inventory and replenish raw ingredients and supplies as needed.
• Maintain the cleanliness and organization of the test kitchen, laboratory equipment, storage areas, and inventory.
• Follow all food-safety, quality, sanitation, and Good Manufacturing Practice requirements.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

QualificationsQualifications

• Interest in food preparation, food testing, product development, or food science.
• Previous experience in a kitchen, food-manufacturing, laboratory, quality, or R&D environment is preferred.
• Ability to follow formulas, testing procedures, written instructions, and safety requirements.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Basic computer skills and the ability to accurately enter and organize data.
• Ability to safely operate kitchen, laboratory, and food-service equipment.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with a team.
• Comfortable working in both office and production/laboratory settings.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs. and stand for extended periods as needed.