Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: Title: Research and Development Officer (Bakery)The Research and Development Officer is responsible for handling a product platform (flagship, core, outsourced) as aligned with the SBU's business objectives and strategies. The position also supports improvements in the manufacturing process by developing re-engineered products and processes. Product and Process Development and Improvement Leads in the development and improvement of the assigned product platform. Coordinates with and assists other R&D Specialists to ensure required parameters of assigned product platform and process development and improvement projects, including reformulation and re-engineering are met. Develops experimental design and detailed action plans, ensuring that these are executed optimally to achieve objectives. Identifies and raises concerns, issues, and risks, proactively recommending solutions to mitigate them. Develops and controls the documentation of raw materials, finished products, and processes, including validation of existing ones in all commissaries. Creates, maintains, and updates the BOM in the SAP System. Manages the development of the following for the assigned product platform: (1) Gold quality standards for the products in the assigned product platform; (2) Specification of packaging materials; and (3) Formulation and process adjustments. Product Commercialization and Upstream Technology Monitors and ensures that products developed for commercial production are within parameters and of quality. Conducts transfer and/or duplication of product technology to all manufacturing sites and outsource suppliers, where applicable. Leads and handles the standardization of formulation and processes of products within the assigned product platform. Handles and monitors the technical documentation of product formulation and improvements, including monitoring and maintenance of revision history of assigned products. Drives the validation of data and processes in the continuous review of existing standards of quality and product conformance to set parameters and specifications. Evaluates and recommends food manufacturing equipment for processing new or re-engineered products. Recommends equipment and processes for upgrading and updating product technology. Others Submits timely updates on the progress of current and active projects and a summary of various product development-related activities undertaken. Serves as subject matter expert and provides technical assistance for Research and Development matters. Performs other duties as may be deemed necessary and required by the immediate superior. JOB QUALIFICATIONSCollege Graduate with a degree in Food Technology, Nutrition, Chemistry, Biology, Chemical Engineering, or any related Science Course. At least 3-5 years of relevant experience as Research and Development in the baked food manufacturing industry. Experience as R&D for the dairy and/or chocolate industry is also an advantage. Skills and Essential Traits Food Material Properties, Functional Ingredients, and Food Additives. Formulation and Process Development. Food Processing Technology / Commercialization. Food Quality and Safety. Methods of Analysis of Food Properties. Preservation and Shelf-Life Principles. Culinary Knowledge (or Baking Science). Food Standards, Laws, and Regulations. Food Engineering, Plant Design, and Food Processing Equipment.
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