Research and Development Executive (Bakery & Food Production)
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- Research & Development Executive (Bakery)
- Research & Development Executive (RTE Food)
Responsibilities (RTE Food)
- Conduct research and development for Malaysian, international, and Japanese cuisines.
- Provide guidance and coaching on cooking techniques to production staff.
- Implement cost reduction strategies for raw materials and packaging.
- Develop and standardize SOPs for cooking methods for new products.
- Update and manage the latest pricing in the system for any fluctuations.
- Ensure the latest recipes are finalized and documented before launch dates.
- Undertake additional tasks as assigned by superiors, aligning with KPIs.
- Work closely with the R&D Deputy Manager.
- Collaborate with the procurement team to ensure efficient operations.
Responsibilities (Bakery)
- Lead product development from concept design to prototype creation, including weighing, preparation, shaping (including Danish pastry), baking, and simple packaging.
- Prepare product samples for tasting, participate in product development meetings, and record minutes.
- Conduct in-house monitoring and ensure the quality of product prototypes, with inspections supported by the QA team.
- Develop new dough formulations and improve existing ones to enhance product quality.
- Create and manage product specifications, manufacturing process manuals, and product information for new products.
- Regularly perform sensory evaluations to ensure product quality and monitor the expiration dates of prototypes.
- Stay updated on market trends, research new ingredients, and manage stock levels of ingredients to avoid dead stock.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Culinary Arts, or a related field.
- Know and have experience in the process of making bread like weighing, preparation, shaping and baking.
- Computer literate and Microsoft skills (Excel, Word, etc.)
- Able to work independently and as in a team.
- Excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent hygiene management as will be working in a food manufacturing factory.
- Must have typhoid injection card.
- Must be willing to do shift work.
- Ability to handle multiple assignments at any given time in a team environment.
Good to have
- 3 to 5 years experience in baking including Danish pastry.
- Fluent in English and Malay.
- Any certificate related to bread making.
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