Research & Development (R&D) Food Technologist / Healthy Food Formulator

PT Astaguna Wisesa; Pluit; On-site; IDR 150,000,000 - 230,000,000; Full time

Job summary

PT Astaguna Wisesa is seeking a Research & Development (R&D) Food Technologist / Healthy Food Formulator to drive product formulation from lab-scale trials to production scale-up.

The ideal candidate has a degree in Food Technology or Nutrition Science, 2+ years in food industry R&D or FMCG, and strong knowledge of BPOM and Halal requirements, with a passion for healthy food trends and independence in problem solving.

Qualifications

• Minimum S1/S2 in Food Technology or Nutrition Science with GPA at least 3.00.
• Minimum 2 years of work experience in food industry R&D or FMCG.
• Strong knowledge of BPOM licensing and Halal certification.
• Good sensory awareness and portfolio in product innovation is a plus.
• Willing to be placed in Jakarta Barat or Cikarang.

Responsibilities

• Formulate and trial healthy food products from lab scale to production scale.
• Understand ingredient functionality and processing technology.
• Monitor trends in clean label and plant-based ingredients.
• Conduct organoleptic testing and sensory evaluation.
• Collaborate in a team and work independently.

Skills

Sensory testing

Critical thinking

Independent work

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelors/Master in Food Technology or Nutrition Science

Job description

Research & Development (R&D) Food Technologist / Healthy Food Formulator

Proficient in product formulation and conducting trials from lab-scale trials to production scale-up.

Understands the fundamentals of ingredient functionality and food processing technology.

Aware of trends regarding clean labels and plant-based ingredients.

Possesses strong sensory awareness and the ability to conduct organoleptic testing.

A food enthusiast and sensory aficionado who keeps up with food trends and enjoys cooking or baking.

BPOM and Halal mindset: understands the basics of food regulations, food safety, ingredients, labeling, and BPOM/Halal requirements.

Proactive and highly curious: enjoys finding solutions independently, thinks critically, and is eager to learn new things.

Capable of working both collaboratively in a team and independently.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum S1/S2 education in Food Technology or Nutrition Science(minimum GPA 3.00).

Minimum 2 years of work experience in food industry R&D or FMCG.

Deep understanding of food regulations, food safety, BPOM licensing, and Halal certification.

Strong sensory awareness and high enthusiasm for healthy food industry trends.

Critical thinking, proactive approach, strong problem-solving abilities, and experience working independently and collaboratively.

Track record of achievement or portfolio in food product innovation competitions is an added value.

Will be placed at Jakarta Barat or Cikarang.