Job Purpose and Impact
Research and Development Supervisor will support raw meat product and process development activities to improve quality, cost efficiency, and meet customer needs. Work closely with R&D and Operations teams under guidance from direct report and expert team.
Key Accountabilities
Raw meat Development (60%)
- Create and design raw meat cutting to meet customer requirement
- Assist in process improvement projects in the plant to enhance reliability and reduce costs.
- Conduct trials and support development of raw meat products according to assigned plans.
- Prepare progress reports and assist in managing project budgets.
Customer Partnership (30%)
- Support customer-focused innovation projects under supervision.
- Help build a pipeline of new product ideas aligned with business opportunities.
- Assist Technical Services and Operations teams in solving product issues and providing product information to customers.
Technology Leadership (10%)
- Collect and record trial data and technical knowledge related to poultry meat for product improvement.
- Support cost reduction trials and process improvement initiatives.
- Monitor competitor information and technology trends; report findings to the manager.
Qualifications
Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Meat Science, or related field.
- Experience: 13 years in meat product development or processing.
- Skills:
- Basic knowledge of meat processing and food safety standards (HACCP).
- Ability to work collaboratively and manage multiple tasks.
- Good communication in English and teamwork skills.