Research and Development Lab Assistant

The R&D Lab Assistant is responsible for the overall organization of the lab: making sure all ingredients are labeled, in stock and stored in its proper location as well as oversee the overall cleanliness.

The R&D lab assistant is also responsible for logging all data as it pertains to samples, ingredient specifications and other pertinent information.

The successful candidate will ensure adherence to set process standards as well as identify opportunities to improve standard practices with the goal of driving continuous improvement for the laboratory.

• Logs samples and ingredients specifications and related pertinent information.
  
  Reports any changes in the specifications to the supervisor.
• Operates and maintains scientific instruments, including, but not limited to pH meters, moisture analyzer, water activity meter, loaf volume meter, rheofermentometer, and texture analyzer.
• Assists in new product development and pilot testing for different brand ingredients and products.
• Assists bake testing activities, evaluates dough rheology, dough handling characteristics, and manages scoring of finished baked goods such as croissant, Danish, and muffins.
• Records testing information and files laboratory report.
• Performs routine lab tasks (e.g. replenish sour) and scientific analysis with strict methodology.
• Maintains a lab environment that is clean, organized, and stocked to perform lab test.
• Organizes and controls all raw and finished samples.
• Follows up on product testing and records all pertinent data.
• Assist with nutrition management.
• Assist with ingredients and supply sourcing.
• Develops relevant knowledge and skills.
• Other duties as required.

• Support quality control system for incoming ingredients through coordination with R&D, Food Safety, Quality Control and Purchasing Department.
• Maintains ingredients and sample specifications accurately and up to date.
  
  Reports any changes in the specifications to the supervisor.
• Creates and maintains company product specifications.

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Food Science or related field.
• Experience in baking field preferred.

This job description should not be viewed as an all-inclusive list of the responsibilities related to your position. Your position will necessitate performing duties and tasks that are not outlined herein. International Delights, LLC. makes no guarantees as to the nature and scope of the work performed by this position. International Delights, LLC. retains the right to change an employee’s position or job description at any time.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and fully subscribe to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity. Applicants and/or employees are considered for hire, promotion and job status, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, marital status, national origin, age, physical or mental disability.