Principal Food Technologist (meat specialty)

Griffith Foods; Valls; Presencial; EUR 40.000 - 60.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A leading global product development partner is seeking a Principal Food Technologist. The role involves developing innovative food products, particularly for protein-based substrates, and requires a strong background in meat processing. The ideal candidate will be creative, a team player, and fluent in English and Italian. This position offers the chance to work in a supportive family company that values diversity and innovation.

Formación

• Minimum 3 years of experience in meat processing.
• Fluent in English and Italian.

Responsabilidades

• Develop new products for targeted customers.
• Create innovative functional seasonings and sauces.
• Serve as the technical contact for customers.

Conocimientos

Team Player

Creativity

Presentation Skills

Educación

Master's or Bachelor's in Food Science or Technology

Descripción del empleo

43800 Valls, Tarragona, Spain

Job Description

We blend care and creativity to nourish the world.

Griffith Foods is a global product development partner, specializing in high-quality food ingredients. We serve both global and regional food companies worldwide.

As a family business, we have valued people above all else for 100 years. Griffith is renowned for true, collaborative innovation. Our people care deeply. We are committed to helping our customers create better products and a more sustainable world. Learn more about Griffith Foods at www.griffithfoods.com.

Currently, Griffith Foods Europe has a vacancy for a talented Principal Food Technologist with experience in protein/meat technology.

Your Role :

1. Develop new products for targeted customers.
2. Create innovative functional seasonings, sauces, and coating systems for protein-based substrates.
3. Serve as the technical contact for our customers in Continental Europe.
4. Develop presentations, organize, and execute workshops in cooperation with sales and marketing teams.
5. Conduct raw material evaluations.

Your Profile :

1. Master's or bachelor's degree in Food Science or Technology with a minimum of 3 years of experience in meat processing.
2. If not meeting the degree requirement, a candidate with a proven track record in meat processing is also eligible.
3. Language skills: fluent in English and Italian.
4. Culinary experience is a plus.

You Are:

1. Passionate about food.
2. A strong team player capable of working independently on product development projects.
3. Self-confident and enthusiastic about presenting product concepts to customers.
4. Creative, efficient, and well-organized.
5. Flexible and willing to travel within Europe to support customers with product applications in their factories.

Working at Griffith Foods

We are a caring family company where everyone has the opportunity to grow, follow their purpose, and find fulfillment in their work. We support each other, demonstrate mutual respect, and nourish people's well-being.

We believe in doing the right thing, even when it is hard, and recognize that our success depends on our customers’ success. Therefore, we work together, leveraging our skills, knowledge, and ideas to create exceptional products and solutions.

We value diversity and celebrate our cultural and personal differences, knowing that together, we create a unique source of strength. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, or age.