Research and Development Scientist - Scarborough, Canada - Imagoh Foods Ltd

Imagoh Foods Ltd

Verified Company

Scarborough, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Responsibilities:

Work very closely with manufacturing facility
Renovate formulas of existing base products creating lab prototypes, formulating, processing, and coordinating / leading plant production trials and first production runs
Developing production SOP, packaging nutrition facts table and ingredients list. Proactively manage costs of formulas being developed
Ensure products meet requested brand attributes and quality standards
Work with Purchasing and Manufacturing to deliver cost saving and product improvement targets
Work with the various departments to ensure all necessary support is provided for sample analysis, segregation, ship tests, and any other required tests
Work with plant schedulers, QA managers and lab staff to develop good working relationships and working understanding of functions, as they relate to R&D
Carry out internal laboratory quality tests, such as moisture, pH, colour, etc.
Identify opportunities for process and formulation improvements
Attend and support plant trials, and production runs of key initiatives

Essential Skills and Qualifications

Post-Secondary degree or diploma in Food Science, Nutrition, Chemistry or Biology with culinary background
Minimum of 2 years' experience in food manufacturing environment
Passion for food processes and product development
Strong understanding of manufacturing environment
Independent worker, who also thrives in a collaborative, team environment
Fundamental understanding of food safety and good manufacturing practices
Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication in both English and Chinese, and presentation skills
Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail
Documents data thoroughly, in a detailoriented manner, with strength in analyzing
Works well in a team environment, with the ability to build strong relationships across departments
Ability to multitask numerous projects and manage changing priorities
Creative problem solver
Meets milestones ontime and onbudget
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel)

Languages:
English, Chinese (Cantonese or Mandarin (required))

COVID-19 considerations:

We have Covid-19 safety measures in place.

Location:

44 Milner Ave Scarborough, ON M1S 3P8

Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent

Salary:
$38,000.00-$40,000.00 per year

Flexible Language Requirement:

French not required

Ability to commute/relocate:

Scarborough, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

Do you have the Secondary degree or diploma in Food Science, Nutrition, Chemistry or Biology with culinary background ?

Education:

Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Experience:

- food manufacturing environment: 2 years (preferred)

Language:

- , written and read Chinese (preferred)

Licence/Certification: