R&D Co-Op

Buffalo, WY - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 24 - 32

Posted on: 23 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Richs also known as Rich Products Corporation is a family-owned food company dedicated to inspiring possibilities. From cakes and icings to pizza appetizers and specialty toppings our products are used in homes restaurants and bakeries around the world. Beyond great food our customers also gain insights to help them stay competitive no matter their size. Our portfolio includes creative solutions geared at helping food industry professionals compete in foodservice retail in-store bakery deli and prepared foods among others. Working in 100 locations globally with annual sales exceeding $4billion Richs is a global leader with a focus on everything that family makes possible. RichsInfinite Possibilities. One Family.

Purpose Statement

Richs Research Innovation and Compliance function is looking for a Co-Op student starting in January 2026 for a duration of 8-12 months. This position will work within the Science & Technology Center of Excellence based at our world headquarters in Buffalo this role you will apply food science and chemistry knowledge while leveraging scientific methodology to research develop and evaluate new food products as well as emerging novel technologies.

Projects range from low to high complexity and can include interaction with other global R&D technical associates suppliers and customers. This opportunity is available to a student who wants to take on new challenges and seeks to gain a practical knowledge of food science and engineering through hands-on experience in a fast-paced collaborative environment.

Key Accountabilities and Outcomes

The main responsibilities of this role will be to execute experiments in our R&D laboratory pilot plant and analytical laboratory in Buffalo NY. The successful candidate will:

Organize and prepare materials for benchtop and pilot scale experiments (lifting up to 50lbs)

Operate food processing equipment to prepare product prototypes and samples

Conduct routine analytical and performance evaluations gathering data accurately

Research elaborate and validate new analytical methodologies to test food products

Maintain a lab notebook conduct data analysis and interpret results to form conclusions

Summarize findings in technical reports and presentations to share results with colleagues

Efficiently organize time and prioritize project tasks according to workload

Knowledge Skills and Experience

Enrolled in a bachelors/undergraduate degree program in Food Science Food Engineering or related field (Chemistry Biochemistry Chemical Engineering) Masters student in Food Science or Food Engineering preferred or related field (Chemistry Biochemistry Chemical Engineering)

Experience with dairy and/or emulsion type food products preferred

Efficient in PC/Internet skills (e.g. Microsoft Office)

Stat and Stat software knowledge and experience (Minitab or similar)

Ability to create flow diagrams and spreadsheets

Excellent verbal written and interpersonal skills

Excellent time management and organizational skills

Physically able to work in a plant environment including occasional work in warm humid conditions. Able to operate test equipment like thermometers and color meters. Able to work independently with minimal supervision.

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COMPENSATION

In accordance with state law the rate or range provided is Rich Products Corporation its subsidiaries and affiliates (Richs) reasonable estimate of the base compensation for this role. The actual amount may be higher or lower based on non-discriminatory factors such as experience knowledge skills abilities shift differential and location.

Annual Range/Hourly Rate

$24.00-$32.00

Rich Products Corporation its subsidiaries and affiliates (Richs) are committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity standing up for fairness and maintaining a culture of belonging to provide an exceptional experience for all. We will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race color religion sex national origin disability military or veteran status or any other Federal or State legally protected classes. The information collected by this application is solely to determine suitability for employment verify identity and maintain employment statistics on applicants.

Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on Richs. Please contact Richs Associate Experience Network at if you need assistance completing this application or to otherwise participate in the application process.