Lab Expert

Puratos; Groot-Bijgaarden; Sur place; EUR 70 000 - 95 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Meal vouchers

Group, dental and hospitalization保险

13th and 14th month pay

Minimum 5 training days per year

Résumé du poste

Puratos is seeking an Expert Test Baker to drive precise baking trials, generate reliable data, and translate observations into clear recommendations for product development. You will work across industrial and artisanal bakery segments, collaborating with cross-functional teams to advance baking protocols and innovation.

The role requires a strong hands-on bakery background, autonomous planning, analytical reporting, and excellent communication to influence R&D decisions worldwide.

Qualifications

• High-level bakery expertise with knowledge of baking technologies and texture measurements.
• Ability to plan, execute, and report trials autonomously under deadlines.
• Strong analytical mindset to evaluate dough and product characteristics.
• Clear communication to translate findings into actionable recommendations.
• Comfort with data management and modern reporting tools.

Responsabilités

• Plan and manage baking tests autonomously and deliver high-quality reports on time.
• Generate reliable data and translate results into actionable insights for R&D and stakeholders.
• Develop baking protocols and share expertise across functions and locations.

Connaissances

Bakery expertise

Autonomous work

Analytical

Communication

Digital tools

Team player

English fluency

Formation

Bachelor's in Food Technology or related

Equivalent bakery experience (min 8 years)

Description du poste

Are you passionate about baking and eager to turn precise trials into meaningful insights?

As Expert Test Baker, you contribute to the growth of our industrial and artisan bakery business worldwide. You execute accurate and consistent baking trials, generate reliable data, and translate your observations into clear conclusions and recommendations that support product development and innovation.

What will you do?

• Plan and manage baking tests autonomously, ensuring accurate execution and timely delivery and create high quality baking reports within the given deadlines.
• Generate reliable data and translate test results into valuable insights and recommendations for R&D teams and business stakeholders.
• Develop and share technical expertise in baking technologies, ingredients, and evaluation methods.
• Contribute to innovation initiatives, internal seminars, and the continuous improvement of baking protocols and tools. Together with Application Specialists and Technical Advisors, help develop new baking protocols and optimize existing procedures.

Who are we looking for?

• Baker's degree, Bachelor's degree in Food Technology, Food Science or a related field, or equivalent bakery experience (minimum 8 years).
• Strong hands-on bakery expertise with in-depth knowledge of baking technologies, ingredient functionality and texture measurements.
• Able to work autonomously, manage priorities and adapt quickly to changing plans and urgent requests.
• Accurate and analytical, with experience evaluating and documenting dough and product characteristics.
• Critical thinker with strong communication skills and the ability to translate technical findings into clear recommendations.
• Digitally savvy and comfortable working with modern reporting and data management tools.
• Team player with a proactive mindset and the ability to collaborate across functions and locations.
• Fluent in English; additional languages are an asset.

Why would you join Puratos?

You will be welcomed in a dynamic work environment where passion for innovation, team spirit and continuous improvement are key. You can count on a competitive salary package with attractive benefits such as:

• Meal vouchers (10€/day)
• Group, dental and hospitalization insurance fully paid by Puratos
• 13th and 14th month pay
• Minimum 5 training days per year

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Who are we?

Puratos is a growing, international, Belgian family business with a team of more than 11 000 employees worldwide. Since 1919, we have been developing, producing and distributing innovative ingredients for the bakery, patisserie and chocolate sectors and helping our customers to be successful. We are committed to the health and well-being of people and protecting the planet.

Are you looking for the right recipe for your career? Choose Puratos, a Top Employer in Belgium.

At Puratos we cultivate an inclusive global workplace, that fully embraces diversity and equal opportunities for all. We strive to reflect the richness of our customers, communities and society, accelerating our ability to innovate and deliver on our commitments.