Research & Development Manager (R&D Head)

PT Foodindo Dwivestamas; Desa Ciranjeng; On-site; IDR 200.000.000 - 300.000.000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food supplier in Indonesia is seeking a Research and Development Manager to develop new formulations and lead the R&D team. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in R&D of sauces, a Bachelor's Degree in Food Technology, and a strong understanding of food safety practices. This role offers a chance to work in a dynamic environment focused on innovative food products.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of working experience in R&D of sauces.
• Understanding on food safety practices (FSSC/BRC).
• Willing to be based in Jababeka, Cikarang.

Responsibilities

• Develop new formulations and improve products.
• Lead and develop the R&D team.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.

Skills

Food Technology

Research and Development

Good Manufacturing Practices

Communication Skills

Collaborative Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Food Technology

Job description

Responsibilities

• Develop new formulations and provide recommendations to improve or customize formulas, processes, or analytical methods for liquids products.
• Lead and develop the R&D team.
• Ensure stability and efficacy according to project requirements.
• Issue product specifications as required and maintain relevant data throughout each product’s development.
• Verify formula reproducibility before initial production run with lab-scale up.
• Responsible for the formulation process, trials, and validation.
• Maintain adherence to all regulatory requirements (BPOM, BRC, Customer Audits).

Requirements

• Candidate must possess at least a Bachelor\'s Degree in Food Technology.
• At least 5 year(s) of working experience in the related field is required for this position.
• Must be experienced in R&D of Sauces (Wet/Liquid Products).
• Understanding on good manufacturing practices and food safety practices (FSSC/BRC).
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Willing to be based in Jababeka, Cikarang.

Screening questions

• How many years' experience do you have as a Research and Development Manager?
• Which of the following types of qualifications do you have?
• What\'s your expected monthly basic salary?
• Have you worked in a role which requires a sound understanding of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)?
• How much notice are you required to give your current employer?
• How would you rate your English language skills?

About the Company

Retail & Consumer Products 51-100 employees

Since 2007, it has been one of the leading suppliers of sauces & condiments to many local and international brands in Indonesia.

We are committed to help our customers achieve their goal by providing high quality and reliable food products, which is the core of our company.

PT Foodindo Dwivestamas also produce its own line of products under the “MyTaste ™” brand which is sold by PT Kulinari Boga Semesta.

In its pursuit of improving the range and quality of the products, PT Foodindo is committed to invest in internationally acclaimed infrastructures in its main site (Jababeka Industrial Complex) and have been recently certified by SGS in Food Safety (ISO 22000).