{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"ab06166344a50ca576e1e7ad","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/ab06166344a50ca576e1e7ad","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/ab06166344a50ca576e1e7ad","title":"Research and Development Assistant","description":"About Sun Noodle\nAre you known to bring warmth, energy, and joy to everything you touch? Then please keep reading because we’re looking for talent like you.\n\nFounded in Hawai‘i in 1981, Sun Noodle is a family-owned company dedicated to the craft of fresh, premium noodles. With production facilities in Hawai‘i, California, New Jersey, and Rotterdam, Sun Noodle serves both world-class chefs and everyday noodle lovers. Through quality, creativity, and care, we aim to brighten people’s days with every bowl of noodles. Expect camaraderie, fun company events, and plenty of noodle tastings as part of your everyday life here. That’s enough about us for now. Below, we’ll share a little bit more about what we’re looking for in you.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\n* Assist with the preparation of noodle samples for both foodservice and retail product development projects. \n* Support the R&D team in routine product testing and simple recipe adjustments under supervision. \n* Help gather, organize, and record sensory, physical, and chemical evaluation data for noodles and related products. \n* Provide administrative and organizational support for R&D projects, including helping to track project timelines and deliverables. \n* Assist in collecting information on market trends and competitor products as directed by the R&D team. \n* Coordinate with Production, Quality, Sales, and Marketing teams as needed to facilitate project progress and communication. \n* Support the team in preparing for customer visits, meetings, and product presentations. \n* Help with event logistics and preparations for food exhibitions, trade shows, and internal company events. \n* Maintain accurate and organized records, reports, and documentation related to R&D activities. \n* Contribute to a positive, team-oriented, and innovative work environment that reflects Sun Noodle’s Vision, Mission, and Values. \n\nExperience & Qualifications\n\n* Must LOVE noodles! \n* Must love Ramen and be passionate about food innovation \n* Experience in a lab, food factory, bakery, or similar environment is a plus \n* High school diploma or equivalent required; additional education in a related field is a plus. \n* Strong organizational and time management skills \n* Effective written and verbal communication skills \n* Flexible and quick learner; able to adapt easily to new systems and structures \n* Able to maintain accurate and reliable records; demonstrate efficiency and attention to detail \n* Committed to following SUN NOODLE’s Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and upholding high standards of hygiene \n\nWhat We Offer\n\n* Opportunity to shape an iconic and growing food brand\n* A creative culture centered around craftsmanship, collaboration, and continuous improvement\n* Exposure to a global business with diverse initiatives—from ramen festivals to retail roadshows to restaurant collabs\n* Competitive compensation and benefits\n\nJob Type: Full-time\n\nPay: $18.00 - $23.00 per hour\n\nBenefits:\n* 401(k)\n* Dental insurance\n* Health insurance\n* Paid time off\n* Vision insurance\nShift:\n* 8 hour shift\n\nEducation:\n* Bachelor's (Preferred)\n\nExperience:\n* Culinary Innovation: 1 year (Preferred)\n* Research & Development: 1 year (Preferred)\n\nAbility to Commute:\n* Rancho Dominguez, CA 90220 (Required)\n\nWork Location: In person","company":"Sun Noodle","rawCompany":"sun noodle","city":"Compton","state":"CA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-27T13:18:00.399Z","occupations":[{"code":"19-4013.00","title":"Food Science Technicians","slug":"food-science-technicians"},{"code":"19-1012.00","title":"Food Scientists and Technologists","slug":"food-scientists-and-technologists"},{"code":"35-2021.00","title":"Food Preparation Workers","slug":"food-preparation-workers"}],"industries":[{"code":"311991","title":"Perishable Prepared Food Manufacturing","slug":"perishable-prepared-food-manufacturing"},{"code":"311999","title":"All Other Miscellaneous Food Manufacturing","slug":"all-other-miscellaneous-food-manufacturing"},{"code":"541715","title":"Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)","slug":"research-and-development-in-the-physical-engineering-and-life-sciences-except-nanotechnology-and-biotechnology"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Research and Development Assistant","description":"About Sun Noodle\nAre you known to bring warmth, energy, and joy to everything you touch? 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