Job Description

Job Responsibilities 

• Support new product development and/or processes based on consumer feedback
• Generating new product ideas and recipes
• Research products, markets, and technology to develop new product concepts
• In partnership with marketing & sales team, develop and test feasibility of new product concepts 
• Design a product structure from a concept and sourcing new ingredients and collecting all necessary documents Develop samples/prototypes of new products and evaluating product design and integrity 
• Ensure quality and safety of food products, finding substitutes for harmful ingredients
• Reviewing and approving nutritional data, writing product specifications and enforcing USDA labelling regulations  Develop specifications for all raw materials, process controls, and finished goods
• Create and update in-house product specification sheets and product specifications sheets for Customers Carry out administrative tasks and devise policy for government departments (FDA, USDA, etc.) 
• Prepare product costing based on raw materials and manufacturing costs to ensure profitable products
• Work on packaging innovation and technology
• Modify existing products and processes to create more marketable products
• Maintain accurate records to ensure smooth start-up for new product production processes
• Work with suppliers & sales team on quality issues and new product ideas
• Maintain and follow industry regulations and customer requirements
• Independently review changes in products, product specifications, and manufacturing processes to assess regulatory implications of the change
• Proactively attend conferences and generate product and packaging ideas
• Manage R&D kitchen, equipment, ingredients, & schedule 
• Miscellaneous duties as directed by R&D manager 
• Perform other duties as needed and directed by management 

Keys skills & abilities

• Heavy Knowledge and experience with Korean and Asian cuisine
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Fluent in English and Korean with excellent written and verbal communication will be a PLUS
• Good team working abilities to collaborate with other departments
• The ability to work independently
• Meticulous attention to detail, especially regarding food hygiene and safety
• Strong analytical and numerical skills.
• Abilities to travel (Oregon Factory)
• Strong negotiation, influencing, change management, coaching and partnering skills
• Excellent project management, analytical, and organizational skills
• Ability to problem solve and drive results, proactively identify problems/opportunities
• Take ownership of deadlines and deliverables

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