Food Technologist

Tanner Menzies; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Our client, a leading Australian FMCG food manufacturer, is looking for an experienced food technologist to join their team and drive product development from concept to launch. You will ensure products meet food safety and quality standards, align with customer expectations, and contribute to cost-effective innovations.

Opportunity for career progression and learning in a fast-paced environment. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams and mentor junior technologists while delivering

Qualifications

• Degree in Food Science or related discipline.
• 3–4 years in a food technology role within FMCG.

Responsibilities

• Manage product development from concept to launch for key projects.
• Ensure products meet food safety, quality standards and customer expectations.
• Commercialise new products to deliver against sales, volume and margin targets.
• Drive continuous improvement for existing products focusing on cost, quality and sustainability.
• Assist NPD Lead in training and development of other technologists.

Skills

Food technologist

Education

Degree in Food Science

Job description

Our client is an established and successful FMCG food manufacturer – and we’re looking for an experienced food technologist to join their team and be part of their success.

This role provides ample opportunity to innovate and learn, as well as career progression.

The culture that awaits you:

• Fast paced: This is a leading Australian FMCG food manufacturer with a strong focus on new product development.
• Innovative: Have you always wanted to create something new? Here’s your chance to join a dynamic product innovation team.
• Supportive: Thrive in a culture that values inclusivity and development.
• Rewarding: Success in this role can lead to greater opportunities within the business and elsewhere.
• Impactful: This isn't just another job – it's an opportunity to use your skills and help shape their product offering.

A day in your new work life

You will:

• manage the product development process from concept to launch for key product development projects.
• Ensure new products are commercialised to appropriate food and quality standards, in line with customer and business expectations.
• Commercialise quality new products that deliver against budgeted annual sales, volume and margin objectives.
• Drive continuous improvement in existing products that delivers cost saving, improved quality attributes and sustainability.
• Assist the NPD Lead in training and development of other technologists.

What we’re looking for

• A Degree in Food Science or a related discipline
• Enthusiastic and Passionate about food and development of products in this sector
• 3 to 4 years in a food technology role, with an FMCG food business
• High attention to detail and a solutions-oriented outlook
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
• A positive and energetic personality
• Strong technical skills