R&D Associate

Job description

An independent, family-owned business in Philadelphia, I. Rice & Co. has been making quality food products and flavors since 1884. With considerable growth and expansion, we are looking for qualified employees to help in a variety of positions. As a food manufacturing plant, I. Rice & Co. offers a diverse range of employment opportunities, from production coordination to warehouse stocking and inventory organization. ​ ​R&D Associate Job Description: ​ ​ This position supports the R&D department along with key members of our sales and operations teams. The R&D Associate serves in an adjunct position supporting R&D and Operations by engaging in every phase of the product development process. This is an entry level position with no previous experience necessary. We are a growing company and are expanding our team to support this growth. Essential Jobs and Duties: · Execute multiple pilot plant production batches daily to support the R&D team commercialization process · Accurately weigh/measure ingredients as well as finished goods for samples · Learn the various product lines and functions of each · Evaluate product to verify quality standards · Maintain proper documentation of any r...