About the role#
The R&D Co-Op supports the MadeGood Research & Development team in the renovation and commercialization of food products. You will work alongside cross-functional teams to contribute to equipment commissioning, plant trials, product launches, and troubleshooting initiatives. This role is based in Toronto and requires regular travel to Riverside manufacturing sites in the Toronto and Vaughan area.
What you'll do#
- Conduct benchtop evaluations of new food products independently using standard operating procedures.
- Document formulas, methodologies, observations, and results to maintain accurate project records.
- Support plant trials through data collection, material preparation, organization, and cleanup.
- Participate in weekly shelf-life tastings and provide objective feedback.
- Assist with the R&D commissioning of new equipment and collect formulation data.
- Help implement new formulas in production while considering equipment capabilities and sensory targets.
- Build collaborative relationships with ingredient vendor partners to explore innovative ingredient uses.
- Stay informed on industry trends, new technologies, and ingredients in the global snack marketplace.
- Support day-to-day production troubleshooting using data-driven problem-solving.
- Adhere to food safety policies and promote the health and safety program.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a post-secondary program for Food Science, Food Technology, Chemistry, Engineering, or a related field.
- Experience working in kitchens, laboratories, pilot plants, or food manufacturing facilities.
- Proficiency with the MS Office suite.
- Ability to sample Riverside brands' products and ingredients.
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to adapt to changing project scopes and timelines.
Location & details#
- Location: Toronto, Ontario.
- Term: Winter 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment: Full-time.
About Riverside Food
Riverside Food operates in the food and beverage manufacturing sector. The company produces breaded and battered cheese curds and appetizers. It was founded in 1961 and maintains its headquarters in Addison, Illinois. The organization employs between 11 and 50 people.
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