Seasoning Technologist

PT Mane Indonesia; Cikarang; On-site; IDR 180,000,000 - 240,000,000; Full time

Job summary

MANE is seeking a Seasoning Technologist to develop and optimize noodle seasoning formulations based on customer briefs, market trends, and innovation initiatives. The role combines hands-on seasoning development, sensory evaluation, and close collaboration with Production, Purchasing, Quality, and Sales to ensure timely product commercialization and sustained quality across applications.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's in Food Technology/ Food Science and have 5+ years in seasoning

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Food Technology or Food Science or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in seasoning development or seasoning application, preferably with noodle experience.
• Strong knowledge of seasoning formulations, spices, savory ingredients and raw materials.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize seasoning formulations for noodle applications based on briefs and trends.
• Prepare and evaluate prototypes through trials to achieve taste, function and performance.
• Select and validate raw materials to improve quality and cost efficiency.
• Conduct sensory evaluations, testing, and troubleshooting for seasoning performance.
• Provide technical support during customer visits and trials with Sales.
• Collaborate with Production, Purchasing, Quality, Sensory and Marketing to commercialize projects.
• Monitor trends and technologies to support ongoing innovation in seasoning and noodles.

Skills

Seasoning development

Seasoning application

Noodle applications

Flavor systems

Sensory evaluation

Cross-functional collaboration

English communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Food Technology/ Food Science

Job description

Job Description – Seasoning Technologist

Key Responsibilities

Develop and optimize seasoning formulations for noodle applications based on customer briefs, market trends, and innovation initiatives.

Create, prepare, and evaluate seasoning prototypes through application trials to achieve the desired taste profile, functionality, and product performance.

Select, evaluate, and maintain seasoning formulations, including identifying and validating new raw materials to improve product quality, functionality, and cost efficiency.

Conduct sensory evaluations, application testing, and troubleshooting to ensure seasoning performance and consistency in noodle products.

Provide technical support during customer visits, product presentations, and application trials in collaboration with the Sales team.

Work closely with cross-functional teams, including Production, Purchasing, Quality, Sensory, and Marketing, to ensure successful project execution and timely product commercialization.

Monitor market trends, competitor products, and emerging technologies in seasoning and noodle applications to support continuous innovation.

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree (S1) in Food Technology, Food Science, or a related scientific discipline.

Minimum 5 years of experience in Seasoning Development or Seasoning Application, preferably with experience in noodle applications.

Strong knowledge of seasoning formulation, spices, savory ingredients, flavor systems, functional ingredients, and raw materials used in seasoning development.

Hands‑on experience in seasoning application, sensory evaluation, formulation optimization, and troubleshooting for food products, preferably noodles.

Strong communication, presentation, and customer‑facing skills, with the ability to provide technical support and collaborate effectively across functions.

Good command of written and spoken English.

Who We Are

Join MANE, the first French Group and a global leader in the Fragrance and Flavour industry. Owned and operated by the Mane family since 1871, we have a rich history rooted in Le Bar-sur-Loup, South of France, and a presence in nearly 39 countries with offices, production sites and innovation centres.

Our Fragrance division crafts captivating signatures for the world’s most prestigious perfumes. Our Flavours division develops innovative solutions for leading food and drink brands. Through our Ingredients division, we provide unique raw materials that fuel creativity.

Join MANE, the first French Group and a global leader in the Fragrance and Flavour industry. Owned and operated by the Mane family since 1871, we have a rich history rooted in Le Bar-sur-Loup, South of France, and a presence in nearly 39 countries with offices, production sites and innovation centres.

Our Fragrance division crafts captivating signatures for the world’s most prestigious perfumes. Our Flavours division develops innovative solutions for leading food and drink brands. Through our Ingredients division, we provide unique raw materials that fuel creativity.