R&D Lab Assistant – Sample Preparation

Location: Sabarmati

About Company:
Shree Additives is a rapidly growing Indian food ingredient company specializing in the development and manufacturing of  customized seasoning systems, spice blends, and functional ingredient solutions  for the food processing industry. For over three decades, we have partnered with leading food manufacturers to deliver  innovation-led ingredient solutions  across applications such as snacks, dairy, bakery, ready-to-eat foods, beverages, and culinary products.
Our  state-of-the-art manufacturing facility near Ahmedabad , operational since October 2024, and our  fully equipped application and product development laboratories  enable us to collaborate closely with customers on product development, flavour innovation, and scalable ingredient solutions. Today, our solutions support many  well-known food and dairy brands across India , helping them bring successful products to market faster.
Our mission is to become  one of India’s leading specialty ingredient companies , recognized for innovation, reliability, and long-term customer partnerships.

If you enjoy building relationships with food manufacturers, solving challenges, and driving business growth in the B2B ingredients space and want to contribute to the growth of a dynamic ingredient company working with some of the country’s most exciting food brands, this opportunity could be the right next step in your career.

Role

Purpose:

To support the R&D team in preparing seasoning samples, managing raw materials, maintaining accurate documentation, and ensuring smooth lab operations.

Key Responsibilities:

Sample Preparation
Prepare seasoning samples as per provided recipes
Ensure accurate weighing and mixing of ingredients
Maintain consistency across batches
Inventory Management
Track and manage raw material stock in the lab
Highlight low stock and support replenishment
Ensure proper storage and labeling of materials
Documentation & Systems
Update records in Salesforce and Excel
Maintain sample coding, labels, and traceability
Record trial details and maintain logs
Lab Management
Maintain cleanliness and hygiene standards
Organize lab materials, samples, and equipment
Support day-to-day R&D activities and trials

Ideal Candidate Profile:
B.Sc.  in Chemistry, Food Science, Microbiology or a related field
Freshers or up to 1 year of experience

Key

Skills Required:

Basic laboratory knowledge and measurement skills
High attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to follow recipes, instructions and processes precisely
Basic computer skills, including Excel and data entry
Organized, disciplined and reliable approach
Good time management and willingness to perform hands-on, repetitive tasks

Role Focus Areas:
Accuracy in following recipes and instructions
Attention to detail and approach to handling mistakes
Comfort with repetitive, hands-on laboratory/plant work
Basic understanding of hygiene and laboratory practices
Willingness to maintain documentation and manage basic inventory
Ability to work in a structured and disciplined environment
Learning attitude and willingness to support team operations