Job Description:

CPE Foods Phils. Inc., a leading food and beverage company, is seeking a Research & Development Specialist with experience in Ready-to-Drink (RTD) beverages. You will be responsible for developing innovative RTD products, improving formulations, ensuring quality and safety compliance, and supporting product scale-up for commercial production. This position is ideal for professionals with hands-on RTD experience or fresh graduates eager to grow in the field.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and innovate ready-to-drink (RTD) beverages from concept to production.
• Improve existing RTD product formulations to enhance quality, taste, and shelf-life.
• Ensure compliance with food safety standards, HACCP, GMP, and relevant food regulations.
• Collaborate with production and quality teams for product scale-up and manufacturing.
• Conduct testing, documentation, and reporting of R&D activities.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Technology or related field.
• Fresh graduates are welcome, but preference will be given to candidates with hands-on RTD beverage experience.
• Knowledge of beverage formulation, food production systems, food safety, HACCP, GMP, CPR processing, and regulatory compliance.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• For senior-level candidates: 2–3 years of experience in RTD product development or food & beverage R&D.