Research and Development Assistant
Warabeya North America, Dallas, TX, United States
Business Hours: M-F 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM. Occasional after/before business hours; weekend hours may be required.
Reports to: R&D Team
Wage: $20-$25/hr DOE
Overview
Warabeya North America is a leading food manufacturer specializing in high-quality fresh and ready-to-eat food products. As part of the global Warabeya Nichiyo Group headquartered in Japan, we are dedicated with years of food innovation with a strong commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement. Our North American operations are growing, offering a collaborative, fast-paced environment where employees have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact and grow together with the company.
Job Summary
The R&D Assistant supports the Research & Development team by managing documentation, assisting with product development activities, and providing administrative and operational support. The role is heavily focused on data management and documentation accuracy.
Responsibilities
Documentation & Data Management (70%)
Create, update, and maintain R&D documentation including product recipes, specifications, and quality materials
Develop presentation materials using Microsoft PowerPoint
Prepare, update, and manage reports and internal documentation
Maintain and organize documentation in internal and online databases
Collaborate with customers to ensure documentation accuracy and completeness
Communicate with suppliers to ensure documentation is current and accurate
Track orders and process special order requests related to R&D activities
Assist in market research activities related to product development
Assist in kitchen operations including measuring ingredients, preparing recipes, and cleaning
Support product development trials and new recipe creation
Administrative Support & Other Duties (10%)
Schedule meetings, appointments, and maintain calendars for the R&D team
Prepare and distribute communications (emails, reports, memos)
Organize and maintain departmental files and records
Greet visitors and direct inquiries appropriately
Support R&D meetings, customer presentations, and events
Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders across departments
Perform other duties as assigned by the R&D team or management as needed
The Company reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and responsibilities of this role as needed to meet business requirements.
Qualifications
High school diploma required. Bachelor’s degree in marketing or business is a plus.
Professional working proficiency in English (written and verbal)
Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including use of formulas and functions (e.g., COUNTIF, SUMIF, VLOOKUP, basic data analysis)
Strong written and verbal communication skills
High level of flexibility with the ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities, tasks, and work environments
Excellent time management and organizational skills
High attention to detail with a proactive and positive attitude
Ability to manage multiple tasks and work independently with minimal supervision
Passion for food and interest in product development
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis at the time the employment begins and must not require sponsorship for employment visa status. This position is not eligible for employer-sponsored work authorization.
Physical Demands
To successfully perform the essential functions of this role, the employee must be able to: Sit, stand, and walk for extended periods throughout the workday
Bend, stoop, reach, and occasionally climb as required
Use hands and fingers to handle, feel, and operate equipment and tools
Safely operate motorized equipment or vehicles within the facility, as required
Lift, carry, push, and/or pull items weighing up to 30 pounds
Maintain visual acuity, including close vision, distance vision, and the ability to focus
Benefits
Dental/Medical/Vision insurance – 100% paid employee’s premium
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Reports to: R&D Team
Wage: $20-$25/hr DOE
Overview
Warabeya North America is a leading food manufacturer specializing in high-quality fresh and ready-to-eat food products. As part of the global Warabeya Nichiyo Group headquartered in Japan, we are dedicated with years of food innovation with a strong commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement. Our North American operations are growing, offering a collaborative, fast-paced environment where employees have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact and grow together with the company.
Job Summary
The R&D Assistant supports the Research & Development team by managing documentation, assisting with product development activities, and providing administrative and operational support. The role is heavily focused on data management and documentation accuracy.
Responsibilities
Documentation & Data Management (70%)
Create, update, and maintain R&D documentation including product recipes, specifications, and quality materials
Develop presentation materials using Microsoft PowerPoint
Prepare, update, and manage reports and internal documentation
Maintain and organize documentation in internal and online databases
Collaborate with customers to ensure documentation accuracy and completeness
Communicate with suppliers to ensure documentation is current and accurate
Track orders and process special order requests related to R&D activities
Assist in market research activities related to product development
Assist in kitchen operations including measuring ingredients, preparing recipes, and cleaning
Support product development trials and new recipe creation
Administrative Support & Other Duties (10%)
Schedule meetings, appointments, and maintain calendars for the R&D team
Prepare and distribute communications (emails, reports, memos)
Organize and maintain departmental files and records
Greet visitors and direct inquiries appropriately
Support R&D meetings, customer presentations, and events
Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders across departments
Perform other duties as assigned by the R&D team or management as needed
The Company reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and responsibilities of this role as needed to meet business requirements.
Qualifications
High school diploma required. Bachelor’s degree in marketing or business is a plus.
Professional working proficiency in English (written and verbal)
Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including use of formulas and functions (e.g., COUNTIF, SUMIF, VLOOKUP, basic data analysis)
Strong written and verbal communication skills
High level of flexibility with the ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities, tasks, and work environments
Excellent time management and organizational skills
High attention to detail with a proactive and positive attitude
Ability to manage multiple tasks and work independently with minimal supervision
Passion for food and interest in product development
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis at the time the employment begins and must not require sponsorship for employment visa status. This position is not eligible for employer-sponsored work authorization.
Physical Demands
To successfully perform the essential functions of this role, the employee must be able to: Sit, stand, and walk for extended periods throughout the workday
Bend, stoop, reach, and occasionally climb as required
Use hands and fingers to handle, feel, and operate equipment and tools
Safely operate motorized equipment or vehicles within the facility, as required
Lift, carry, push, and/or pull items weighing up to 30 pounds
Maintain visual acuity, including close vision, distance vision, and the ability to focus
Benefits
Dental/Medical/Vision insurance – 100% paid employee’s premium
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