Technologist, Product Development
Technologist, Product Development
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Job Description
Job Title: Technologist Product Development (Research & Development)
Work Arrangement: Hybrid (minimum 60% in-office based on business needs) with up to 30% travel
About the Role
As a Technologist in Product Development you will apply your scientific or engineering expertise to drive innovation in pet food. This hands-on role involves designing formulating testing and scaling products that meet consumer needs while ensuring nutritional functional and operational excellence. Youll collaborate across disciplines and translate research into products that deliver real value for pets and their owners.
What Youll Do
Design and develop products aligned with consumer insights product briefs and learning plans under the guidance of a manager.
Formulate products to meet ingredient functionality nutritional requirements consumer needs claims substantiation operational feasibility and financial targets.
Conduct experiments ranging from rapid prototyping to benchtop pilot plant and full-scale production trials.
Analyze and interpret data from process trials chemical/physical testing feeding and storage studies and statistical analysisdrawing clear conclusions and recommendations.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams internally and externally sharing insights and building integrated solutions.
Prepare and maintain documentation including ingredient and finished product specifications reports project updates data analyses and lab notebooks.
Communicate technical data effectively through written reports presentations and discussions with R&D and business partners.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelors degree in Science Technology or Engineering.
Knowledge and expertise in your field of study.
Strong time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Effective written verbal and presentation communication skills.
Ability to follow and adhere to established procedures.
Commitment to quality and safety.
Preferred Qualifications
Prior experience in food and/or pet food product development.
Familiarity with food processing methods such as extrusion thermal processing or baking.
Hands-on formulation experience.
Coursework or background in nutrition.
Proven ability to acquire advanced knowledge and technical skills.
Comfortable working under moderate supervision while following established processes and guidelines.
Employment Type
Full-Time
