Job Description

Synear Foods USA is a subsidiary of Synear Food Holdings, one of the largest and most established frozen food manufacturers in China. With a strong heritage of quality and innovation, Synear has been serving consumers worldwide for more than two decades.

Synear Foods USA focuses on delivering authentic, convenient, and high-quality frozen food products to meet the diverse tastes of North American consumers. Our product portfolio includes a wide range of dumplings, buns, dim sum, and other ready-to-eat favorites, crafted with carefully selected ingredients and strict quality standards.

At Synear Foods USA, we are committed to sharing the rich tradition of Asian cuisine while continuously innovating to create products that fit modern lifestyles. Our mission is to bring families and communities together through food that is delicious, convenient, and trustworthy.

Synear is an "at-will", equal opportunity employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, age (40 or over), disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected status under local, state, or federal law.

Job Description

• Assist in the preparation and measurement of ingredients for product testing and formulation.

• Support the R&D team in monitoring production runs to ensure adherence to process standards.

• Help draft and maintain product specifications, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and related documentation.

• Participate in data collection, testing, and basic analysis to support product development and improvement.

• Assist in organizing sensory evaluations for new and existing products, as well as competitor benchmarking.

• Coordinate with other departments (Production, QA, and Maintenance) during plant trials or product testing.

• Help maintain a clean, organized R&D test kitchen and ensure all materials and supplies are stocked.

• Support troubleshooting efforts for production issues related to product formulation or process.

• Conduct basic market and product research to stay informed about food trends and new ingredients.

• Ensure confidentiality and accuracy in handling formulations, data, and reports.

• Perform other tasks and learning activities as assigned by the R&D team.

Additional Information

• This is an unpaid internship.

• Hybrid Schedule: 2-3 days per week, with full onsite participation required.

• Duration: 3 months Commitment with the potential for full-time consideration based on performance.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor or Master’s degree in Food Science, Food Engineering, Chemistry , or a related field.

• Strong interest in product development, food manufacturing, and sensory evaluation.

• Basic understanding of food ingredients, processing, and quality principles (preferred).

• Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills.

• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel); familiarity with data entry and documentation.

• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

• Detail-oriented, self-motivated, and eager to learn.

• Bilingual in Mandarin and English is  required.

Learning Opportunities:

• Gain hands-on experience in food product development and testing.

• Learn about formulation design, sensory evaluation, and plant trial coordination.

• Exposure to real-world food manufacturing processes and cross-department collaboration.

• Receive mentorship and feedback from experienced food technologists and R&D professionals.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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