ROAR Logistics · 17 hours ago
Title Product Development Scientist I
Missouri City, TX
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$65K/yr - $89K/yrRich Products Corporation, a family-owned food company, is looking for a Product Development Scientist I to join their R&D Team. The role involves new product development, product maintenance, and improvement within the desserts category, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure successful commercialization and quality evaluation of products.
Freight ServiceLogisticsTransportation
Responsibilities
Prepares prototype products using research lab, pilot lab, manufacturing facilities and equipment, as required
Administers and coordinates routine assignments, small projects or segments of larger projects, assisting in defining project objectives, organizing and prioritizing tasks and conducting necessary experiments and analyses
Interfaces frequently with various internal departments (e.g. Marketing, Procurement, Engineering, QA and Operations) and customers in accomplishing project milestones
Selects and evaluates raw materials for experiments
Sets-up, operates and maintains pilot lab and research lab equipment
Designs and conducts basic shelf life and storage studies, including product and package performance evaluations under various conditions
Demonstrates new and existing products to staff and/or customers
Performs basic measurements and statistical analysis
Presents results of basic experiments and recommendations to various groups, both internally and externally
Orders materials for producing and evaluating basic prototypes
Develops solutions to routine technical problems by applying basic technical knowledge and experience
Maintains accurate, up to date records, laboratory notebooks and computer database
Prepare and document all plant validation trials according to department protocol
Ensures the work environment is sanitary, safe, and orderly
Maintains a sanitary, safe and orderly work environment
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Food Science, Food Engineering or related field
Knowledge of advanced mathematics (i.e. statistics) and their practical application
Broad understanding of food science (e.g. biochemistry, microbiology, nutrition, etc.) acquired through both lecture and laboratory work
Ability to apply technical standards, principles, theories, concepts and techniques
Solid verbal and written communication skills
Demonstrated ability to work in a fast paced environment
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs safely
Stand for 6 or more hours during the workday, with opportunities for sitting
Regular bending, stooping, crouching, and reaching to access equipment, materials, and storage areas
Ability to work in confined spaces and at various heights, including occasional climbing of ladders or steps
Push, pull, and maneuver carts, bins, and equipment, including heavy items with the assistance of mechanical aids when necessary
Manual dexterity and fine motor skills for handling small components and operating precision instruments
Ability to use hand tools and equipment safely and effectively as required for operating various laboratory or production equipment
Sensory ability to compare and distinguish differences in ingredients, materials, and products through taste, smell, touch, and visual inspection
Ability to follow all safety protocols, including proper lifting techniques and ergonomic practices
Company
ROAR Logistics
ROAR Logistics is logistics company that provides intermodal marketing services, freight forwarding and customs brokerage services.
Founded in 2003
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageRecent News
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2025-09-12
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