Job Summary:

Assist and support the R&D Manager and the department in the development of new products and improvement of existing products. Under the direction of the R&D Manager fulfillment of sample requests from customers.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

· Making experimental samples and performing various tests including sensory evaluation, moisture, pH and specific gravity measuring.

· Alongside management, conduct shelf-life studies and perform various tests including sensory evaluation, moisture, pH and color measuring.

· Preparing samples for customer requests including printing out recipes from the database, locating and weighing-out ingredients, making samples, packing, labeling, and shipping.

· Contacting ingredient supplies in order to request samples.

· Updating the E21 system with inventory changes.

· Preparing consumer product evaluations for the R&D personnel and the Sales team.

· Lab supply inventory management.

· Organizing samples and ingredients storage.

· Keeping lab room and lab equipment clean.

Job Requirements:

· Being willing to taste, touch, and smell food samples and food ingredients.

· Physical ability to perform tasks that may require prolonged standing and other activities necessary to perform job duties.

· The ability to maintain a clean and organized work environment.

· The ability to plan, prioritize, and organize work for project completion on a timely basis.

· Food industry experience preferred.

· Experience working with lab equipment preferred.

· Culinary experience a plus.

· Computer proficiency to include basic Microsoft Excel, Word, as well as Internet research skills.

· Experience using database system preferred.

· Follow safety standards in working with multiple services, tools, and equipment.

· Perform any and all other duties as instructed by leadership and management.

Job Qualifications:

· Good verbal and written communication skills.