What are the responsibilities and job description for the Research & Development Lab Assistant position at Fuji Foods USA?
Job Summary:
Assist and support the R&D Manager and the department in the development of new products and improvement of existing products. Under the direction of the R&D Manager fulfillment of sample requests from customers.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
· Making experimental samples and performing various tests including sensory evaluation, moisture, pH and specific gravity measuring.
· Alongside management, conduct shelf-life studies and perform various tests including sensory evaluation, moisture, pH and color measuring.
· Preparing samples for customer requests including printing out recipes from the database, locating and weighing-out ingredients, making samples, packing, labeling, and shipping.
· Contacting ingredient supplies in order to request samples.
· Updating the E21 system with inventory changes.
· Preparing consumer product evaluations for the R&D personnel and the Sales team.
· Lab supply inventory management.
· Organizing samples and ingredients storage.
· Keeping lab room and lab equipment clean.
Job Requirements:
· Being willing to taste, touch, and smell food samples and food ingredients.
· Physical ability to perform tasks that may require prolonged standing and other activities necessary to perform job duties.
· The ability to maintain a clean and organized work environment.
· The ability to plan, prioritize, and organize work for project completion on a timely basis.
· Food industry experience preferred.
· Experience working with lab equipment preferred.
· Culinary experience a plus.
· Computer proficiency to include basic Microsoft Excel, Word, as well as Internet research skills.
· Experience using database system preferred.
· Follow safety standards in working with multiple services, tools, and equipment.
· Perform any and all other duties as instructed by leadership and management.
Job Qualifications:
· Good verbal and written communication skills.
