Product Development Assistant Job at Golden Platter Foods, Inc., Newark, NJ

V2FxQmdkOXhWeERFdnRnbEpvYmxJSjFvRVE9PQ==
  • Golden Platter Foods, Inc.
  • Newark, NJ

Job Description

Product Development Assistant

Golden Platter Foods | Newark, NJ | Full-Time

About Us

Golden Platter Foods is a third-generation, family-owned food manufacturer leading innovation in the frozen food industry. Based in Newark, NJ, we are committed to creating high-quality, better-for-you products that families love—especially premium poultry and meat-based offerings. As we expand our product line and grow our team, we’re looking for a Product Development Assistant with a background in food science and experience working with meat products or in a meat manufacturing environment to play a key support role in our dynamic R&D process.

About the Role

This is a hands-on, fast-paced role supporting all stages of product development—from benchtop testing to sample production and plant trials. We’re looking for someone with a strong foundation in food science and practical knowledge of how meat behaves during formulation and processing. If you’re detail-oriented, collaborative, and ready to grow within a thriving food manufacturing team, we want to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist with the preparation, execution, and clean-up of product tastings and internal cuttings
  • Support product formulation and testing, especially with meat-based products (e.g., poultry, beef, pork)
  • Ensure accurate labeling, storage, and documentation of product samples
  • Coordinate sample production in the plant; collect and analyze data during runs
  • Track project timelines and communicate progress to the broader team
  • Pack and ship samples; maintain detailed logs for inventory and tracking
  • Maintain an organized, food-safe R&D kitchen
  • Operate and maintain test kitchen equipment, including those replicating meat processing and cooking conditions
  • Learn and apply critical product attributes—such as yields, water activity, breading adhesion, and cooking losses—as they relate to meat processing and manufacturing

What You Bring

  • Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Meat Science, Culinary Science, or a related field
  • Experience working with meat or in a meat processing environment (internships, co-ops, or full-time roles)
  • Knowledge of USDA regulations and meat handling best practices is a strong plus
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines independently
  • Clear communication skills and ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams (QA, Ops, Sales, etc.)
  • Familiarity with food safety and sanitation protocols

Why Join Golden Platter?

  • Work alongside a collaborative, experienced team in a growing, in-demand category
  • Hands-on experience in an R&D environment focused on real-world manufacturing challenges
  • Contribute to the development of better-for-you frozen products rooted in quality and tradition
  • Opportunities for professional growth, skill development, and advancement within a stable, family-owned business

Job Tags

Full time, Internship,

Similar Jobs

Valley Children's Healthcare

Clinical Research Nurse Job at Valley Children's Healthcare

 ...The Clinical Research Nurse, ensures that the health and safety of research participants and the integrity and quality of clinical trials, are maintained and conducted in accordance with federal, state, IRB, departmental, and institutional regulations, policies and procedures... 

Terra Linda High School

Assistant Cross Country Coach Job at Terra Linda High School

Assistant Cross Country Coach Needed at Terra Linda High School We are excited to announce an opening for an Assistant (or co) Cross Country Coach at Terra Linda High School. Our team is small but growing, and we are looking for someone passionate about athletics and...

Extron

Quality Control Engineer Job at Extron

 ...the ever-changing needs of organizations around the world as they strive to better communicate. Each Extron product is carefully engineered to provide best-in-class performance, intuitive operation, and exceptional reliability. At Extron, the passion for our products is... 

Tier4 Group

Lead Quality Assurance Tester 4289 Job at Tier4 Group

 ...The Lead QA Tester is responsible for leading quality assurance efforts across cloud services, mobile applications, and embedded systems...  ...Technology , or a related fieldor equivalent practical experience. Minimum 3 years of experience in a test leadership role overseeing... 

Walt Disney Imagineering

Project Engineer - Project Hire Job at Walt Disney Imagineering

 ...entertainment for families around the globe. Nearly every project at Walt Disney Imagineering includes a first-of-its-kind. Innovation...  ...experience to Walt Disney Imagineering! The Project Engineer is responsible for the technical, architectural, and facilities...