R&D; (Research and Development) Supervisor (Bilingual – Chinese & English)

Job Overview

TFI Foods Ltd. is seeking a motivated, knowledgeable, and hands-on R&D; Supervisor to support and lead food research, product development, and innovation initiatives.

The successful candidate will oversee new product development from concept and formulation through laboratory testing, production trials, and commercialization. This role requires knowledge of food science, product formulation, food safety standards, and Canadian food labelling regulations.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, analytical, and capable of managing multiple projects while working closely with management, QA, production, purchasing, and suppliers.

Bilingual Chinese and English communication skills are required to support product documentation and cross-functional collaboration.

We welcome applications from experienced professionals as well as qualified fresh graduates who have completed relevant food-related programs.

Key Responsibilities:

- Lead and manage new food product development projects from concept to commercialization.
- Develop, test, and optimize product formulations, recipes, and processing specifications.
- Conduct and oversee laboratory testing, product evaluations, sensory assessments, and pilot trials.
- Collect and analyze research data, laboratory results, and product testing records to support development decisions.
- Oversee production-scale trials to ensure product quality, consistency, and manufacturing feasibility.
- Develop and maintain product specifications, SOPs, recipes, and technical documentation.
- Ensure product formulations, ingredients, packaging, and labelling comply with applicable Canadian food regulations.
- Oversee product labelling, including ingredient declarations, allergen information, cooking instructions, and Nutrition Facts Tables.
- Coordinate with suppliers to obtain ingredient specifications, certificates, and supporting documentation.
- Work closely with QA, production,



purchasing, sales, and management to achieve product development objectives.
- Lead and coordinate R&D; team activities, project priorities, and timelines.
- Identify opportunities to improve product quality, production efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.

Qualifications & Requirements:

- Bachelor's degree or diploma in Food Science, Food Technology, Food Engineering, Food Studies, or a related discipline.
- Approximately 3–5 years of relevant experience in food research and development, product development, or food manufacturing is preferred.
- Previous experience leading R&D; projects or supervising a team is strongly preferred.
- Practical knowledge of food formulation, recipe development, laboratory testing, and production scale-up.
- Knowledge of HACCP principles and food safety management systems.
- Experience in a GFSI-certified food manufacturing facility (SQF, BRC, or equivalent) is preferred.
- Understanding of Canadian food labelling regulations, ingredient declarations, allergen management, and Nutrition Facts Tables.
- Knowledge of Genesis R&D; or equivalent nutritional analysis software is an asset.
- Solid research, analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
- Ability to read and write Chinese (Simplified or Traditional) is required.
- Mandarin or Cantonese speaking and listening skills are an asset.

Fresh Graduate Recruitment (優先考慮)

Fresh graduates with a relevant educational background are welcome to apply.





Graduates from George Brown Polytechnic will be given preference (優先考慮 George Brown 畢業生), particularly those who have completed one of the following programs:

- Honours Bachelor of Food Studies (H317)
- Culinary Management – Nutrition (H119)
- Culinary Management (H100)
- Food and Nutrition Management (H402)

Candidates with relevant academic knowledge, hands-on food preparation experience, laboratory exposure, and a strong interest in food research and product development are encouraged to apply.

Note: Candidates without 3–5 years of relevant work experience will also be considered, provided they have suitable educational qualifications and demonstrate strong potential in food product development.

Preferred Qualifications:

- HACCP Certification.
- GFSI / SQF / BRC experience.
- Genesis R&D; database experience.
- Previous laboratory and food product development experience.
- Valid Ontario Class G Driver's Licence.

Work Conditions:

- Job Type: Full-time, Permanent.
- Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM.
- Work Arrangement: On-site position; remote work is not available.

Location:

- Scarborough, ON M1S 3R2
- Must be able to reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required).
- In person.

Pay: $50,000.00-$80,000.00 per year

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Toronto, ON M1S 3P8: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

- Do you have experience working in a GFSI-certified food manufacturing facility (SQF, BRC, or equivalent)?
- Are you familiar with Genesis R&D; or other nutritional analysis software?
- What days and times are you available for an interview?

Experience:

- in food research and development or product development: 3 years (preferred)

Language:

- ,read and write Chinese (Simplified or Traditional)? (required)

Licence/Certification:

- Class G Licence (required)

Location:

- Toronto, ON M1S 3P8 (required)

Work Location: In person

📌 R&D Supervisor (Bilingual – Chinese & English) (Toronto)
🏢 TFI Group - Toronto, ON
📍 Toronto