Eastridge
Overview
Research & Development and Sourcing Associate Food Manufacturing Location: Richmond, CA (Hybrid) Employment Type: Full-Time, Direct Hire Compensation: $72,000 - $94,000 per year Benefits: 401(k), vacation, sick leave, and paid holidays About the Role A respected food manufacturing organization based in Richmond, CA is seeking a Research & Development and Sourcing Associate to join its innovation-driven team. This hybrid position provides the opportunity to work on the development and commercialization of new food products while growing within a dynamic environment. The role combines hands-on formulation, compliance, and sourcing responsibilities to support successful product launches across retail and foodservice channels. Key Responsibilities
Recipe Development: Support formulation and testing of new recipes and product iterations, including sample preparation, sensory evaluations, and pilot testing. Regulatory Compliance: Create and validate nutrition facts panels, ingredient statements, and allergen declarations in line with USDA, FDA, and other relevant regulations. Packaging Coordination: Assist in ensuring packaging meets regulatory standards and functional requirements while supporting brand consistency. Ingredient & Supplier Sourcing: Identify, qualify, and manage suppliers for ingredients and packaging materials that align with quality, cost, and availability targets. Product Commercialization: Contribute to cross-functional projects from concept through launch, supporting technical documentation and development timelines. Documentation & Records Management: Maintain detailed records of formulations, raw material specifications, supplier certifications, and regulatory files. Product Integrity: Conduct internal product audits to verify adherence to quality and compliance standards. Innovation Research: Monitor industry trends in food, nutrition, and packaging to support pipeline development and continuous improvement initiatives. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with teams including Operations, Quality Assurance, Marketing, and Procurement to ensure efficient execution of projects and launches. Qualifications
Education : Bachelors degree in Food Science, Nutrition, Culinary Science, Supply Chain, or related discipline. Experience : 35 years in food product development, sourcing, or technical compliance roles within food manufacturing. Technical Skills : Proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, formulas, data analysis) Minimum of 2 years of experience in regulatory or compliance work related to food labeling, nutrition, and food safety Additional Information
This is a hybrid position based in Richmond, CA, with on-site responsibilities as needed for testing, collaboration, and supplier coordination. The company maintains a supportive and mission-driven environment committed to quality, innovation, and compliance excellence.
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Research & Development and Sourcing Associate Food Manufacturing Location: Richmond, CA (Hybrid) Employment Type: Full-Time, Direct Hire Compensation: $72,000 - $94,000 per year Benefits: 401(k), vacation, sick leave, and paid holidays About the Role A respected food manufacturing organization based in Richmond, CA is seeking a Research & Development and Sourcing Associate to join its innovation-driven team. This hybrid position provides the opportunity to work on the development and commercialization of new food products while growing within a dynamic environment. The role combines hands-on formulation, compliance, and sourcing responsibilities to support successful product launches across retail and foodservice channels. Key Responsibilities
Recipe Development: Support formulation and testing of new recipes and product iterations, including sample preparation, sensory evaluations, and pilot testing. Regulatory Compliance: Create and validate nutrition facts panels, ingredient statements, and allergen declarations in line with USDA, FDA, and other relevant regulations. Packaging Coordination: Assist in ensuring packaging meets regulatory standards and functional requirements while supporting brand consistency. Ingredient & Supplier Sourcing: Identify, qualify, and manage suppliers for ingredients and packaging materials that align with quality, cost, and availability targets. Product Commercialization: Contribute to cross-functional projects from concept through launch, supporting technical documentation and development timelines. Documentation & Records Management: Maintain detailed records of formulations, raw material specifications, supplier certifications, and regulatory files. Product Integrity: Conduct internal product audits to verify adherence to quality and compliance standards. Innovation Research: Monitor industry trends in food, nutrition, and packaging to support pipeline development and continuous improvement initiatives. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with teams including Operations, Quality Assurance, Marketing, and Procurement to ensure efficient execution of projects and launches. Qualifications
Education : Bachelors degree in Food Science, Nutrition, Culinary Science, Supply Chain, or related discipline. Experience : 35 years in food product development, sourcing, or technical compliance roles within food manufacturing. Technical Skills : Proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, formulas, data analysis) Minimum of 2 years of experience in regulatory or compliance work related to food labeling, nutrition, and food safety Additional Information
This is a hybrid position based in Richmond, CA, with on-site responsibilities as needed for testing, collaboration, and supplier coordination. The company maintains a supportive and mission-driven environment committed to quality, innovation, and compliance excellence.
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