R&D Assistant – Gummy (30K - 45K)

SAND-M GLOBAL Co., Ltd. (Bang Yai)

Bang Yai

Nonthaburi, Thailand

Sand-M International Co.,Ltd. was founded on 2542 with the intention to produce international standard herbal medicine by using the original recipe inherited from our ancestors. Our mission is to proceed the purpose of spreading the medical value of herbal medicine to the world. Our product has been tested through researches by many specialised experts in medical field for continuous quality improvement. 

About this position

As an R&D Assistant specializing in function gummy at SAND-M Global, you will play a crucial role in the research, development, and optimization of innovative gummy formulations that deliver both taste and health benefits.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research to identify new functional ingredients, flavors, and textures for gummy products that align with health and wellness trends.
• Develop and refine gummy formulations to meet desired taste, texture, stability, and nutritional criteria.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (marketing, production, quality) to ensure product development aligns with consumer preferences, health claims, and production capabilities.
• Perform laboratory experiments to evaluate the properties, performance, and nutritional content of gummy formulations.
• Analyze test results and provide data-driven recommendations for product improvement and health benefit optimization.
• Maintain accurate records of experiments and findings.
• Assist in scaling up gummy formulations from lab scale to production scale while maintaining desired product attributes.
• Troubleshoot production issues and implement solutions to ensure consistent product quality and adherence to health regulations.
• Collaborate with production teams to optimize manufacturing processes for efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and adherence to good manufacturing practices (GMP).
• Prepare detailed technical reports summarizing research findings, experimental data, formulation details, and nutritional information.
• Maintain organized documentation of recipes, procedures, specifications, and health claims.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Food Science or Food Engineer.
• Minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience in confectionery or health food product development, specifically with gummy candies.
• Demonstrated experience working in both laboratory and production environments.
• Strong understanding of gummy formulation principles, ingredients, processing techniques, and nutritional considerations.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in data analysis and reporting.
• Passion for health and wellness, with a strong interest in functional foods and innovative product development.