Product Development Technologist

McCormick Flavor Solutions; Sunshine Coast Regional; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

Wellness initiatives

Community engagement

Parental leave

Recognition program

Engagement activities

Novated lease options

Job summary

McCormick Flavor Solutions on the Sunshine Coast seeks a Product Development Technologist to drive the development and commercialisation of new and existing products. You will translate briefs into innovative, manufacturable solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet consumer and business needs.

You will apply expertise in ingredients, formulations and food manufacturing to deliver high-quality products from concept to launch, while contributing to continuous improvement and

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Food Science, Food Technology or related discipline.
• Experience in FMCG/food manufacturing development.
• Knowledge of ingredients, formulations and processing.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimise products from concept to commercialisation.
• Conduct formulation work, evaluations and factory trials.
• Collaborate with Marketing, Operations, Quality, Regulatory and Commercial teams.
• Apply ingredients knowledge to solve product and process challenges.
• Prepare and maintain technical documentation and product specs.
• Support launches and first production runs.

Skills

Product development

Food science

Formulations

Project management

Cross-functional

Technical documentation

Analytical

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Food Science or Food Technology

Job description

• Beat the traffic and join our R&D team in a full-time role on the Sunshine Coast.
• People-first culture, regular on site engagement activities and generous reward & recognition programs.
• Global organisation offering career and development opportunities

Ready to help shape the future of flavour? We're looking for a Product Development Technologist to join our Research & Development team in Palmwoods. In this hands‑on role, you'll support the development and commercialisation of new and existing products for some of Australia's most recognised food brands, applying your technical expertise in product development, ingredients and food manufacturing to bring innovative ideas from concept to launch.

Why Join McCormick?

At McCormick, we're passionate about flavour and innovation. As a global leader in herbs, spices, seasonings and flavour solutions, we're proud of the iconic brands that consumers know and trust. Our Palmwoods manufacturing site is home to a talented team dedicated to developing products that delight customers and consumers globally.

Joining McCormick means becoming part of a collaborative and inclusive culture where creativity, continuous improvement and professional development are encouraged. You'll have the opportunity to work with well‑loved brands, partner with cross‑functional teams and help bring innovative food solutions from concept to launch.

As a valued team member, you’ll enjoy a broad range of benefits, including:

• A supportive culture & work‑life balance: enjoy a workplace that prioritises your well‑being, offering flexible schedules to ensure you can balance work and personal life seamlessly.
• Health & Wellness Initiatives: Access a variety of programmes focused on your physical and mental well‑being, including fitness challenges and wellness workshops.
• Community Engagement: Be part of a team that gives back! Participate in regional and local charity events and make a positive impact in our community.
• Family‑Friendly Policies: Benefit from generous paid parental leave and partner pay entitlements, along with a supportive program to help you transition back to work as a new parent.
• Employee Recognition: Celebrate your achievements with our comprehensive recognition and rewards programme, highlighting your contributions and hard work.
• Engagement Activities: Enjoy regular fun‑filled events like food trucks, coffee vans, and BBQs to foster camaraderie and team spirit.
• Flexible Novated Lease Options: Take advantage of novated lease programmes with SG Fleet and Toyota for a convenient way to manage your vehicle expenses.

About The Role

As a Product Development Technologist, you will play a key role in the development and commercialisation of new and existing products, translating project briefs into innovative and manufacturable solutions. Working closely with cross‑functional teams, you'll apply your knowledge of ingredients, formulations and food manufacturing processes to deliver high‑quality products that meet consumer, customer and business requirements.

Key Responsibilities Include

• Developing and optimising products from concept through to commercialisation, ensuring products meet consumer, customer and manufacturing requirements.
• Conducting formulation work, product evaluations and factory trials to support innovation, renovation and business continuity projects.
• Collaborating with Marketing, Operations, Quality, Regulatory and Commercial teams to deliver projects on time and to brief.
• Applying technical knowledge of ingredients, recipes and manufacturing processes to solve product and process challenges.
• Preparing and maintaining technical documentation, specifications and related product information.
• Supporting product launches and commercialisation activities, including trial planning and first production runs.
• Identifying opportunities for continuous improvement, cost optimisation and process enhancement across products and systems.
• Staying abreast of emerging ingredients, flavour trends, technologies and market developments to support innovation pipelines.

About You

You are passionate about food innovation and enjoy transforming ideas into commercially successful products. Combining strong technical capability with excellent communication and project management skills, you thrive in a collaborative environment and enjoy working across multiple projects.

You are curious, proactive and motivated by delivering products that delight consumers while meeting business and manufacturing objectives.

You Will Be Able To Demonstrate

• A tertiary qualification in Food Science, Food Technology or a related discipline.
• Experience in product development within FMCG, food manufacturing or a related industry.
• Sound knowledge of ingredients, formulations, flavour systems and food manufacturing processes.
• Experience supporting product trials, process validation and commercialisation activities.
• The ability to manage multiple projects and priorities while delivering results within agreed timeframes.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to build effective relationships across Marketing, Operations, Quality, Commercial and supplier networks.
• Strong problem‑solving and analytical capabilities, with the confidence to make recommendations based on data and technical expertise.
• A proactive approach to continuous improvement, innovation and process optimisation.
• Experience preparing technical documentation, specifications and product‑related records.
• A passion for developing innovative food products and staying abreast of emerging consumer, ingredient and flavour trends.

McCormick is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. If you are a qualified applicant, you will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.