Food Technologist / Product Developer

Food service

• Business Nutrisoy
• Date 03 September 2022
• Location Banksmeadow,NSW
• Salary TBA
• Application close date 01 October 2022

Nutrisoy is a leading soy food manufacturer supplying major retailers and foodservice businesses nationwide. We are seeking an experienced Food Technologist / Product Developer to lead existing and new product development, whilst working with both the leadership team and operators to ensure consistent high-quality products.
 
 
 
Responsibilities:
 

• Ensure all products manufactured consistently meet all sensory quality standards
• Find and implement methods to improve and optimise the taste and texture of products
• Investigate product issues raised by management, QA or production staff and implement appropriate solutions
• Lead NPD (new product development) projects which includes ideation contribution, sourcing of ingredients, compiling of documentation and customer submissions
• Lead EPD (existing product development) projects by reviewing existing formulations and methodologies with the objective to reduce costs, improve quality, optimise processes and increase efficiency
• Work with the operations team to ensure NPD and EPD projects are developed with cost control and within labour and equipment limitations
• Oversee factory trials and first productions for all NPD and EPD projects
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders such as customers and suppliers for project and regulatory requirements
• Work on special projects such as shelf life extension and new packaging development
• Assist in the documentation of recipes and production methodologies

 
 
Requirements:
 

• Creative, investigative and problem-solving skills
• Hands-on, self-motivated and a quick learner
• Strong interpersonal skills, both verbal and written
• Organised with strong attention to detail
• Flexible with working hours
• 3+ years experience in food technology/product development or related field
• Tertiary qualification in food science/technology or related field
• Knowledge of HACCP and GMP

 
 
This is a permanent full-time position with a negotiable salary depending on experience and expertise. Only candidates with full working rights in Australia will be considered.
 
 
 
If you believe you are the right candidate for this job, please submit an application including your cover letter and resume, and we will contact you as soon as possible.
 

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