Sin Hwa Dee Foodstuffs Industries Pte Ltd – Research & Development Executive

• To perform new product development from ingredient sourcing, laboratory and kitchen trials to commercialization, focusing especially in sauces.
• To conduct continual improvement of existing products.
• To conceptualize new and innovative products.
• To source for new and alternative suppliers.
• To conduct sensory evaluation and approval of new and/or alternative raw materials.
• To prepare product costings based on raw materials and manufacturing costs.
• Collaborate with the Marketing department to understand the customers’ needs and requirements and to also assist in troubleshooting customers’ technical issues (when necessary).
• Ensure all product creation complies with customer, government and legal regulatory requirements within the country of use.
• To conduct product stability and shelf-life studies of new products.
• To develop innovative solutions to help grow and value-add to customers’ requirements, ensuring that any solutions provided are within the stipulated cost parameters and manufacturing capability.
• To facilitate the handover of new product(s) so as to ensure the smooth transition from test kitchen to Production. This includes liaising with the Technical / Production Manager to ensure that the product development fits the site capabilities.
• Ensure the cleanliness and orderliness of the laboratory.
• Liaison with China customers and distributors to support China market.
• Any other appropriate duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Management.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Food Science or related discipline
• Preferably with 2-3 years R&D work experience.
• Able to handle multiple projects and meet tight deadlines.
• Team player with strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Able to work independently with less supervision.
• Willing to travel overseas when required