Product Development Assistant

at  NuWave Research Inc

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Food Engineering or equivalent.

EXPERIENCE:

• 0-1 year experience in production and manufacturing industries.
• 0-1 year experience R&D laboratory experience.
• Knowledge of plant QA systems (e.g. HACCAP, GMP) and food regulations.
• Proficient computer skills; Microsoft Office (Word and Excel).
• Familiar and understand laboratory procedures and equipment.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Strong ability to manage time and multiple priorities to achieve high-quality deliverables and avoid bottlenecks.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities, meet deadlines and have a positive attitude under pressure.
• Professional etiquette (both written and verbal) with co-workers, customers, vendors and individuals visiting NuWave Research.
• Strong work ethic and ability to work positively and respectfully with co-workers.
• Ability to work efficiently with minimum supervision.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy and quality.
• Ability to understand mechanical components and troubleshooting.
• Ability to thoroughly document experimental work.

POSITION PURPOSE:

• Assist the Quality Assurance Team with experiments on new products or product solutions to meet customer objectives.
• This position works closely with cross-functional teams (e.g. Engineering team, Manufacturing team, Senior Project Manager) to commission the machinery on time and on budget.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist with experimental trials on products according to customer objectives; collect and analyze data, maintain accurate laboratory notes and prepare trial reports for customers and internal use.
• Setup, calibrate, evaluate and operate basic and specialized pilot plant and laboratory equipment.
• Maintain a clean and organized pilot plant and laboratory by following the SSOP’s (e.g. discarding waste and cleaning and sanitizing countertops, floors, sink, equipment etc.).
• Conduct literature searches and maintain up to date information on product safety, processing, packaging and regulatory compliance related with assigned projects.
• Assist with commissioning activities; identify and report broken, damaged or unsafe equipment.
• Adhere to all food safety, pre-requisite programs and practices; wear PPE in designated areas.
• Assist with demo runs to potential customers.
• Maintain and update a library of test products.