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Japanese R&D Associate

Activ8
Santa Fe, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 2/24/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/21/2025

A food manufacturer is seeking a Bilingual Japanese / English R&D Associate to join their team in Santa Fe Springs, CA. This position is responsible for product development, improvement, cost analysis, and research. An associate degree in (food science or biochemistry), 3 years of experience in the food industry or basic knowledge of food product development, 3 years of prototype development experience in the food industry, and the ability to speak, read, and write Japanese are required. This is a full-time, non-exempt, in-person position with excellent benefits and 401k. [Work Schedule : Mon-Fri, 8 : 30-5 : 30]

Read on to find out what you will need to succeed in this position, including skills, qualifications, and experience.

Bilingual Japanese / English R&D Associate Duties :

  • Understand the characteristics, functions, and prices of raw materials, as well as the company’s products and manufacturing methods, while addressing customer requirements.
  • Develop new or improved prototypes based on customer needs and create labels in compliance with regulations.
  • Understand raw material costs and manufacturing processes, constantly considering cost-effective industrial recipes.
  • Develop or improve efficient work procedures through implementation / testing of production lines.
  • Keep track of trends in raw materials and packaging materials, sharing this information with relevant departments.
  • Research alternatives for raw materials and supplies that may become difficult to source.
  • Investigate and propose manufacturing methods and equipment to improve production efficiency.
  • Understand changes and trends in the foodservice industry and consumer market to develop new products with future trends in mind.
  • Create and present market research reports, new product development plans, and presentations for sales and customers.
  • Perform additional tasks as assigned by supervisors when necessary (including handling raw materials weighing approximately 50 pounds).

Bilingual Japanese / English R&D Associate Skills :

  • Must have an associate degree in (food science or biochemistry)
  • Must have 3 years of experience in the food industry or basic knowledge of food product development
  • Must have 3 years of prototype development experience in the food industry
  • Must be able to speak, read, and write Japanese
  • Ability to present new products
  • Analytical skills to gather data and contribute to product development based on the company's environment and market conditions.
  • If interested, please apply with your most updated resume including your minimum salary requirement and why you left / or are looking to leave your current company.
  • Activ8 West- Los Angeles (Japanese Recruiting Company) Recruitment & Solutions / Renaissance Resources Inc., has been one of the leading recruiting firms in North America when it comes to working with Japanese Businesses for almost 20 years. We have offices in Los Angeles, Chicago, Atlanta, Texas, New Jersey and Canada. Our services are based on the needs of our clients, and we connect them with qualified candidates in the Automotive, Electronics, Food & Beverage, Logistics, Manufacturing, and Oil & Gas industries. With the recent expansion to California and the NYC / NJ area, our coastal offices have started working with clients in the Banking, Finance, and Entertainment Industries. We like to take the approach of working one on one with each of you to ensure that we have the best understanding of your background and what it is you are looking for in a career.

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