Research and Development Supervisor

Job Purpose and Impact

R&D 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

• Create and design raw meat cutting to meet customer requirements
• 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
• 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
• 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

• Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Meat Science, or related field
• 1–3 years in meat product development or processing
• 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