Application & Recipes Executive (Food Technologist/Application Specialist/R&D)

DPO International Sdn Bhd; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A food innovation company in Kuala Lumpur is seeking an Application & Recipes Executive to create and refine recipes for diverse food products. You will ensure product quality and safety while working collaboratively in a dynamic team. Ideal candidates have a degree in food science and a passion for culinary innovation. This role offers a chance to positively impact product development from concept through to commercial launch. Fresh graduates are also encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Degree in Food Science/Food Technology/Food Engineering required.
• 2+ years’ experience in food manufacturing, R&D, or central kitchen preferred.
• Fluent in English (written and spoken) is a must.

Responsibilities

• Develop and improve recipes and formulations for new products.
• Ensure compliance with food safety standards (HACCP, QMS).
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on cost targets.

Skills

Food innovation

Recipe development

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Organisational skills

Education

Degree in Food Science / Food Technology / Food Engineering

Job description

Application & Recipes Executive (Food Technologist/Application Specialist/R&D)

Are you passionate about food innovation, creating new recipes and bringing products to life? Join DPO Group of Companies and be part of shaping the future of food!

You’ll develop and refine exciting recipes and product formulations across confectionery, ready-to-eat meals, processed meat, and oil & fats—taking ideas from lab to pilot kitchen to full-scale production. Your work ensures every product meets the highest standards of safety, quality, and performance while delivering great taste and value to our customers.

Why You’ll Love This Role

✅ Shape the Future of Food: Be part of an innovative team creating exciting food products for confectionery, ready-to-eat meals, processed meat, and oil & fats.

✅ End-to-End Impact: Own the journey from concept (lab) to commercialization, ensuring quality, cost, and safety targets are met.

✅ Growth & Learning: Work with industry experts, benchmark global trends, and master HACCP, GMP, and FSSC 22000 standards.

What You’ll Do

• Develop and improve recipes and formulations for new products and line extensions.
• Turn customer briefs and market trends into practical recipe concepts and prototypes.
• Conduct pilot trials and document recipes, process parameters, and yields.
• Ensure compliance with food safety standards (HACCP, QMS) and support shelf-life and sensory testing.
• Collaborate with Procurement, Production, and Business Development teams on ingredient sourcing and cost targets.
• Provide technical training and recipe handover to production teams and co-manufacturers.
• Apply Good Lab Practices (GLP) and continuous improvement initiatives like 5S and Kaizen.
• Analyse process yields and raw material usage to identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Perform any other responsibilities as assigned by superior and management from time to time.

Who We’re Looking For

• Degree in Food Science / Food Technology / Food Engineering (or related field).
• Fresh graduates are welcome!
• Candidates with 2+ years’ experience in food manufacturing, R&D, or central kitchen will be prioritised.
• Knowledge of food safety systems (HACCP, GMP, ISO 22000) is an advantage.
• Strong knowledge of lab-to-production scale-up.
• Fluent in English (written and spoken).
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and organisational skills.

Key Attributes

• Passion for food innovation and product development.
• Detail-oriented with a creative mindset.
• Ability to work under tight timelines and adapt to challenges.
• Team player with good interpersonal skills.

Ready to Innovate?

If you’re passionate about food science and love seeing your creations go global, apply now!