Food Technologist / Teknologi Pangan

Pt Global Buana Mandiri; Jawa Barat; On-site; IDR 279,000,000 - 446,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Continuous learning and professional/技

Job summary

Pt Global Buana Mandiri is seeking a Product Development Scientist to join their R&D team in Depok and Bekasi, Indonesia. The role focuses on creating and improving consumer FMCG products, guiding formulations from ideation through testing and scale-up for production.

The ideal candidate has a strong scientific background, hands-on formulation expertise, and experience with sensory evaluation and analytical methods to support market-ready products in a dynamic Indonesian market.

Qualifications

• Master's or Ph.D. in Chemistry, Food Science, Chemical Engineering, or related discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in product development, preferably within the FMCG sector (food, beverages, personal care, home care).
• Strong understanding of formulation science, product stability, and analytical techniques.
• Experience with scale-up processes and pilot plant operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of new FMCG products from concept to commercialization, including formulation, prototyping, and testing.
• Conduct scientific research to identify new ingredients, technologies, and product concepts that align with market trends and consumer needs.
• Perform bench-scale formulation, stability testing, and sensory evaluation of developed products.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including marketing, regulatory affairs, and manufacturing, to ensure successful product launches.
• Optimize existing product formulations to improve performance, cost-effectiveness, or sustainability.
• Document research findings, experimental procedures, and technical reports meticulously.

Skills

Formulation science

Sensory evaluation

Analytical techniques

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Education

Master's or Ph.D. in Chemistry / Food Science / Chemical Engineering

Tools

Pilot plant equipment

Bench-scale formulation equipment

Job description

Our client, a leading innovator in the FMCG sector , is seeking a passionate and skilled Product Development Scientist to join their Research & Development team in Depok . This exciting role focuses on creating new and improved consumer products that meet market demands and company standards. You will be involved in the entire product development lifecycle, from ideation and formulation to testing and scaling up for production. The ideal candidate will possess a strong scientific background, a creative approach to problem-solving, and a deep understanding of product formulation and sensory evaluation, contributing significantly to the company's competitive edge in the dynamic Indonesian market.

About the Role

Our client, a leading innovator in the FMCG sector , is seeking a passionate and skilled Product Development Scientist to join their Research & Development team in Depok . This exciting role focuses on creating new and improved consumer products that meet market demands and company standards. You will be involved in the entire product development lifecycle, from ideation and formulation to testing and scaling up for production. The ideal candidate will possess a strong scientific background, a creative approach to problem-solving, and a deep understanding of product formulation and sensory evaluation, contributing significantly to the company's competitive edge in the dynamic Indonesian market.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct research and experimentation to develop new FMCG products and reformulate existing ones to enhance quality, performance, or cost-effectiveness.
• Formulate new product prototypes and conduct rigorous testing, including shelf-life studies, stability tests, and sensory evaluations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including marketing, regulatory affairs, and manufacturing, to ensure successful product development and launch.
• Optimize product formulations and manufacturing processes for scalability and commercial viability.
• Stay updated on industry trends, new technologies, and scientific advancements relevant to product development in the FMCG space.
• Prepare technical documentation, including formulation reports, process descriptions, and analytical data.
• Ensure all product development activities comply with relevant industry regulations and quality standards.

Requirements

• Master's or Ph.D. degree in Food Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related scientific discipline.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in product development , specifically within the FMCG industry (e.g., food & beverage, personal care, home care).
• Strong knowledge of formulation science, ingredient functionality, and processing technologies.
• Experience with analytical techniques and sensory evaluation methods.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and a systematic approach to research and development.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to articulate complex scientific information clearly.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous opportunities for continuous learning and professional development.
• Access to state-of-the-art laboratory facilities and equipment.
• A dynamic and innovative work environment focused on creating impactful consumer products.

Our client is seeking a creative and detail-oriented Product Development Scientist to join their Research & Development team in Bekasi , focusing on innovative solutions within the FMCG industry. This role is central to the creation of new products and the improvement of existing formulations, ensuring they meet consumer needs and market trends. You will conduct rigorous research, perform bench-scale testing, and scale-up processes for new product introductions, working in a state-of-the-art laboratory environment. This is an exciting opportunity for a scientifically minded individual to contribute to the development of exciting new FMCG products that reach millions of consumers.

About the Role

Our client is seeking a creative and detail‑oriented Product Development Scientist to join their Research & Development team in Bekasi , focusing on innovative solutions within the FMCG industry. This role is central to the creation of new products and the improvement of existing formulations, ensuring they meet consumer needs and market trends. You will conduct rigorous research, perform bench‑scale testing, and scale‑up processes for new product introductions, working in a state‑of‑the‑art laboratory environment. This is an exciting opportunity for a scientifically minded individual to contribute to the development of exciting new FMCG products that reach millions of consumers.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development of new FMCG products from concept to commercialization, including formulation, prototyping, and testing.
• Conduct scientific research to identify new ingredients, technologies, and product concepts that align with market trends and consumer needs.
• Perform bench-scale formulation, stability testing, and sensory evaluation of developed products.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including marketing, regulatory affairs, and manufacturing, to ensure successful product launches.
• Optimize existing product formulations to improve performance, cost-effectiveness, or sustainability.
• Document research findings, experimental procedures, and technical reports meticulously.

Requirements

• Master's or Ph.D. in Chemistry, Food Science, Chemical Engineering, or a related scientific discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in product development, preferably within the FMCG sector (e.g., food, beverages, personal care, home care).
• Strong understanding of formulation science, product stability, and analytical techniques.
• Experience with scale-up processes and pilot plant operations.