R&D Technologist
Hire Resolve · Western Cape
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- A leading food manufacturing company specializing in high-quality FMCG products is seeking an experienced and innovative R&D Technologist to join their dynamic team. If you are passionate about culinary innovation and product development within the sauces and condiments sector, this is an exceptional opportunity to drive new product initiatives from concept to commercialization.
Key Responsibilities
- Research, design, and develop innovative sauce formulations and FMCG food products aligned with market trends and consumer preferences.
- Conduct continuous raw material evaluations, sensory testing, and shelf-life studies to ensure product quality and stability.
- Optimize existing product recipes to enhance flavor profiles, reduce costs, and improve manufacturing efficiency.
- Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including production, quality assurance, and marketing, to transition recipes seamlessly from pilot lab scale to full factory production.
- Ensure all new formulations meet strict regulatory standards, food safety protocols, and client specifications.
Requirements
- Relevant tertiary qualification in Food Science, Food Technology, or a related field.
- Proven track record and hands-on experience in product formulation, specifically within sauces and liquid FMCG categories.
- Strong background in the FMCG food manufacturing industry.
- Solid understanding of food chemistry, preservation techniques, factory scale-up processes, and food safety regulations HACCP/ISO.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.