Application Technologist

Adm Asia Pacific; Sydney; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

ADM Asia Pacific in Sydney seeks an Applications Technologist for a 12-month maternity contract at North Ryde. You will develop product concepts to support customer-driven and proactive projects, while maintaining the laboratory and assisting the sales team for key accounts in the beverage category.

You will apply ingredients from ADM\'s portfolio, perform prototype development, sensory evaluation and provide technical support to account managers across ANZ.

Qualifications

• Bachelor\u2019s degree in Food Technology/Science.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and project leadership abilities.
• High analytical thinking and initiative.
• Adaptability and ethical integrity.
• Interest in food trends and innovation.

Responsibilities

• Follow GMP, ISO procedures and Safety, and maintain safety/hygiene standards.
• Develop concepts, reformulate and prepare application prototypes for customers to demonstrate ADM product capabilities.
• Stay updated on latest beverage processing methods, packaging and stability.
• Apply food technology knowledge into formula development and testing.
• Coordinate sample shipments with shipping department per guidelines.
• Provide technical support to Key Account and Market Managers and collaborate cross-functionally.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Project leadership

Analytical thinking

Adaptability

Innovation

Food trend awareness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Food Technology/Science

Job description

Job Description

An opportunity has arisen for an Applications Technologist in ADM, North Ryde as a 12-month maternity contractor.The job holder will be involved in the development of product concepts to support both customer driven and pro-active projects, maintaining the laboratory and supporting the sales team in delivering on expectations of key accounts primarily focusing on the Beverage categories.

Your Responsibilities

• Follows basic GMP, ISO Procedures and Safety, Lab and/or other electronic record keeping tools and maintain superior safety and hygiene standards.
• Apply ingredients from across the ADM portfolio to develop innovative concepts, reformulate and prepare application prototypes for customers to demonstrate ADM product and ingredient capabilities.
• Be versed in the latest processing methods, packaging and stability of Beverage samples.
• Apply food technology knowledge into formula development, processing equipment, raw materials and flavour selection, routine analysis, sensory evaluation, taste panelling, etc.
• Demonstrates and maintains knowledge of ANZ beverage markets and industry relevant trends
• Conduct and coordinate internal product evaluation and sensory testing.
• Prepare detailed and accurate product information for customers using available IT tools and information sources. Provides accurate information for demo sheets/C of A’s and formulations
• Provide technical support to Key Account and Market Managers
• Collaborate with PD&A, Flavour Creation, Sales and Marketing teams to achieve on-time completion of tasks
• Maintain laboratory raw materials and consumables. Evaluates and recommends new sources of raw materials and laboratory tools.
• Trouble-shoot any issues regarding formulations/manufacturing procedures, etc. Makes recommendations and implements them based on research.
• Coordination of sample shipments with shipping department in accordance to customer/salesperson guidelines
• Performs multiple tasks daily by supporting multiple ACMs, Identifies higher priority needs and re-arranges daily workload of self and others.
• Represent the company at meetings, exhibitions, seminars and courses as required by management.
• Prepare regular reports on a weekly or monthly basis as required by management.
• Support the technical and application team who needs to provide technical support to the ADM Sales teams, distributors and its customers in ANZ regarding the application product issues that may be faced.
• Support customer developments by assisting the technical and application team who are providing application formulations and support the subsequent commercialisation of these products through involvement in plant trials if required.
• Maintain a database of prototype developments.
• Co-operate with Flavourists on the specific flavour requirements for applications the employee may be working on.
• Assist Portfolio with flavour application, the subsequent evaluation of these flavours and finished product stability testing from a flavour perspective.
• Assist Portfolio by identifying gaps and providing solutions. Work closely with Portfolio by providing information in regard to dosage, profile and suitability in application of the flavour collection

Your Profile

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent, major in Food Technology/Science
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Well organized with ability to be a good project leader and strong team player
• High level of analytical thinking with strong self-initiative
• High ethical standards and integrity, ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously with ease
• High adaptability
• Be innovative and think beyond the box to identify solutions and initiatives
• Passion for Food trends

#IncludingYou

Diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging are cornerstones of ADM’s efforts to continue innovating, driving growth, and delivering outstanding performance. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce and create welcoming, truly inclusive work environments — environments that enable every ADM colleague to feel comfortable on the job, make meaningful contributions to our success, and grow their career. We respect and value the unique backgrounds and experiences that each person can bring to ADM because we know that diversity of perspectives makes us better, together.

For more information regarding our efforts to advance Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging, please visit our website here: Culture, Engagement & Inclusion | ADM.

About ADM

At ADM, we unlock the power of nature to provide access to nutrition worldwide. With industry-advancing innovations, a complete portfolio of ingredients and solutions to meet any taste, and a commitment to sustainability, we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional challenges of today and tomorrow. We’re a global leader in human and animal nutrition and the world’s premier agricultural origination and processing company. Our breadth, depth, insights, facilities and logistical expertise give us unparalleled capabilities to meet needs for food, beverages, health and wellness, and more. From the seed of the idea to the outcome of the solution, we enrich the quality of life the world over. Learn more at www.adm.com.

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