I.Rice & Company

R&D Associate

Manufacturing & Production OperationsConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timePhiladelphia, PA, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

Kitchen experience in cooking, baking, or confectionery is preferred but not required.
A high school diploma or GED is preferred.
A stable work history is required.
Must be able to follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
Ability to work both collaboratively and independently in an environment with changing priorities.
Ability to manage time effectively.
Proficiency with basic computer use and Microsoft Office.
Good written and oral communication skills and attention to detail.
Ability to lift 50 pounds.
Ability to remain on one's feet for long periods.

Responsibilities

Maintain accurate documentation of raw materials and finished goods, as well as the sample request log.
Support the sales team by fulfilling daily sample requests.
Accurately weigh and measure ingredients and finished goods for samples.
Learn the various product lines and the function of each.
Evaluate samples against product quality standards.
Support cross-functional team members to meet deadlines.
Assist with building trade show shipments and keep materials clean and organized.
Participate in team activities, including tastings, flavor testing, and sensory evaluations.
Assist with bench and pilot batch preparations as needed.
Maintain proper laboratory conditions and a clean working environment, and perform necessary equipment maintenance.
Work in various facility settings, including laboratory, office, and plant areas.

Desired Qualifications

Kitchen experience, including cooking, baking, or confectionery, is preferred but not required.
A high school diploma or GED is preferred.

R&D Associate

I.Rice & Company · Philadelphia, United States · — · Posted 2026-09-15

Workplace: on_site

Department: R&D

Description

An independent, family-owned business in Philadelphia, I. Rice & Co. has been making quality food products and flavors since 1884. With considerable growth and expansion, we are looking for qualified employees to help in a variety of positions. As a food manufacturing plant, I. Rice & Co. offers a diverse range of employment opportunities, from production coordination to warehouse stocking and inventory organization.

I. Rice & Co. remains open as an essential business to serve our communities producing food in the food service and grocery industry. I. Rice provides a safe environment for employees, providing face masks, multiple handwashing stations, and food production sanitation procedures keeping our facilities clean and our employees safe.

Requirements

R&D Associate Job Description:

This position supports the R&D department along with key members of our sales and operations teams. The role of R&D associate is an entry level position with no previous experience necessary. As R&D Associate you will serve as an adjunct position supporting R&D and Operations with plan to grow within the organization. We are a growing company looking to build our team for continued opportunity!

Essential Jobs and Duties:

· Maintain proper documentation of any raw materials or finished goods, as well as sample request log

· Support sales team through fulfillment of daily sample requests

· Must be able to accurately weigh/measure ingredients as well as finished goods for samples

· Learn the various product lines and functions of each

· Evaluate product for quality standards for samples

· Support cross-functional team members in order to meet deadlines

· Assist in building trade show shipments, maintaining materials in a clean and organized manner

· Participate in all team activities, including tastings, flavor testing and sensory evaluations

· Assist in preparations of bench and pilot batch work where needed

· Maintain proper lab conditions and a clean working environment, and any necessary equipment maintenance

· Be capable of working in various work settings of the facility including laboratory, office and plant areas

Required Education/Experience:

· Kitchen experience preferred but not required, though may be in various formats: cooking, baking, confectionary

· High School Diploma or GED preferred

· Training provided as needed

· Stable work history

· Must be able to follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs)

· Ability to work in a team environment as well as individually in an environment with changing priorities

· Ability to manage time effectively

· Proficient computer literacy with basic knowledge of MS Office

· Good written and oral communication skills as well as attention to detail

Physical Demands

· Be able to lift 50 pounds

· Be able to withstand long periods of time on one’s feet

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