R&D Food Technologist

Title: R&D Food Technologist

Location: Murfreesboro, TN

Job Description:

• New product development from research and raw ingredient sourcing to lab prototype development, sampling preparation, costing, trial run, product’s SOP & product’s specification, develop and refine recipe formulation for mass production purposes.
• Evaluate current and alternative food ingredients, create product recipes, and conduct sensory evaluation of new food products to ensure to meet customer needs and requirements.
• Participates on cross-functional teams to ensure effective resolution of technical issues and support product innovation.
• Assist the QA Department in evaluating the HACCP program for new products to ensure the proper function of the Quality Assurance Department including but not limited to Quality, Regulatory, Food Safety, HACCP, SSOP, Labeling, and USDA. Assuring that operations have a consistent understanding of quality programs and actively participate in process improvement designed to achieve quality and company goals.
• Other duties as assigned by Management.

Qualifications:

• Food Technology and Food Science knowledge
• Experience in Research and Development (R&D)
• Laboratory skills
• Knowledge of the food industry and market trends
• Ability to create and develop new food products
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Attention to detail and ability to follow protocols
• Experience with food safety and quality standards
• Master's or Bachelor's degree in Food Science/Food Technology, or related field
• Bilingual is preferred (in English and Chinese)

About Us:

Wei-Chuan U.S.A., Inc. is a leading Chinese food manufacturer and supplier in the United States and headquartered in City of Industry, California. The Company specializes in producing frozen Chinese foods, including Dumplings, Gyoza, Potstickers, Meat Buns, Spring Roll Shells, Moo-Shu Shells, Wontons, Mini Buns, Pan Fried Buns, Noodle Bowls, Rice Bowls, Spring Rolls, Egg Rolls, Wrappers, and more. We also distribute a wide variety of imported products such as Frozen Food, Dry Food, Frozen Seafood, and Organic Food through our six distribution centers, where customers are able to purchase Wei-Chuan’s products at grocery stores or wholesalers in North America.

For more than four decades, Wei-Chuan U.S.A., Inc. has upheld the tradition while also pursuing innovation to produce affordable and delicious foods. With our passion for food, we insist on quality and continuously invest in technical expertise. Our food brings convenience to modern life and also provides a taste of home for overseas Chinese. Moreover, we also seek mainstream market and international market so more people will come to enjoy the Chinese flavor. Wei-Chuan U.S.A., Inc. is committed to corporate responsibility—paying particular attention to food safety and quality, at the same time emphasizing customer satisfaction and traditional taste.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Language:

• Bilingual is perferred (in English and Chinese)

Work Location: In person