Research And Development Scientist Job at YER, Houston, TX

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  • YER
  • Houston, TX

Job Description

Company Summary

Quality Bakery Products is a rapidly growing baked goods company with a passion for quality, innovation, and customer satisfaction. The company, founded by Henry P. Wellborne and Wolfgang Rupertus in 1993, benefited from their experience in the baking industry from the very beginning. With the support of the German Abel + Schäfer Group, also a significant player in the European baking industry with generations of experience, the company was able to quickly establish and develop. The Abel + Schäfer Group took lead in the early years of the new millennium and the company continued to develop and specialize.

Position Summary

We are seeking a creative and results-driven R&D Scientist to join our dynamic team in the baked goods industry. This role is central to driving innovation in new product development while also identifying cost-saving opportunities across our product portfolio. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in food science, bakery formulation, and commercial production, with a passion for delivering delicious, high-quality, and cost-effective products to market. The position will report to the Director of Sales.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Lead the development of new baked goods products from concept through commercialization, aligning with market trends, consumer insights, and customer requirements.
  • Reformulate existing products to improve quality, reduce costs, and enhance nutritional profiles without compromising taste or texture.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with marketing, operations, procurement, and quality assurance to ensure feasibility, efficiency, and compliance throughout the development process.
  • Conduct ingredient and supplier evaluations to identify opportunities for cost reduction and functionality improvements.
  • Optimize production processes through scale-up trials, pilot plant testing, and technical support at manufacturing sites.
  • Maintain detailed project documentation including formulations, process parameters, and trial outcomes.
  • Ensure all new and reformulated products comply with food safety, labeling, and regulatory standards.
  • Monitor and research emerging technologies, raw materials, and trends in the baked goods and broader food industry.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Food Science, Food Technology, or related field.
  • 3+ years of R&D experience in the baked goods or broader food manufacturing industry.
  • Proven experience in product formulation, sensory evaluation, and cost optimization.
  • Strong understanding of bakery ingredients, functionality, and interactions in different applications (pies, cakes, pastries, cookies, etc.).
  • Familiarity with stage-gate innovation processes and project management tools.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

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