R&D Technologist
R&D Technologist
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Job Description
Introduction
Our client a leading muesli manufacturer based in North Riding is looking for a R&D Technologist.
The R&D Technologist will lead the research and product development efforts for granola granola bars and protein bars. This role is responsible for managing the end-to-end innovation process from concept development through commercialization while ensuring alignment with nutritional regulatory sensory and cost parameters. The ideal candidate has a strong background in food science nutrition and functional ingredient applications along with experience in bench development pilot trials and scaling for production.
Duties & Responsibilities
- New Product Development
- Lead the formulation and development of new granola granola bars and protein bars.
- Process Development and Scale-Up
- Translate kitchen formulas to manufacturing-ready processes.
- Ingredient and Nutrition Management
- Select and test functional ingredients proteins binders and natural sweeteners to meet label claims and dietary requirements (e.g. high-protein low-sugar gluten free).
- Project Management
- Manage multiple concurrent development projects with clear timelines milestones and deliverables.
- Continuous Improvement and Optimisation
- Monitor existing products for quality consistency and cost-effectiveness.
- Regulatory and Quality Assurance Support
- Collaborate with QA and regulatory teams to ensure products meet local and international food safety regulations.
Desired Experience & Qualification
- Bachelors or masters degree in food science Food Technology National Diploma in food technology.
- 5 years experience in food product development preferably in bar/snack or cereal/granola categories.
- Strong knowledge of functional food ingredients (e.g. proteins fibers sweeteners binders chocolate).
- Experience with extrusion baking and cold-forming technologies.
- Knowledge of GFSI accreditation GMPs and food labelling regulations.
- Experience with clean label vegan gluten-free or keto product development.
- Project Management certification is a plus.
- Experience in flavours chocolates is a plus.
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Subject Line: R&D Technologist
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Employment Type
Full-Time
