Food Technologist / R&D Specialist

Serba Wangi; Alor Setar; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the food sector seeks a Food Technologist / R&D Specialist to innovate and create delicious, sustainable food products. The role involves product development from concept to launch, requiring expertise in food science, creativity, and project management skills. Join us to redefine food innovation and make a significant impact in the industry.

Benefits

Opportunities for continuous learning

Supportive work environment

Impactful work in food innovation

Qualifications

• Degree in Food Science, Food Technology, or related field.
• Experience in food product development and commercialization.
• Strong understanding of food safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Generate ideas and conceptualise new food products.
• Manage R&D projects including timelines and budgets.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for product development.

Skills

Creativity

Project Management

Communication

Education

Degree in Food Science or Food Technology

Job description

Are you passionate about creating the next generation of delicious, nutritious, and sustainable food products? We’re looking for a Food Technologist / R&D Specialist who thrives on innovation and is eager to bring bold ideas to life from concept to launch.

What You’ll Be Doing:

Generate ideas and conceptualise new products or product enhancements based on market research, consumer insights, and emerging trends

Develop prototypes to test product functionality and performance

Gather feedback and conduct feasibility assessments to refine and improve product designs

Develop ideas and solutions for new packaging or packaging enhancements, considering factors such as branding, shelf presence, usability, and environmental impact

Engineer packaging specifications, materials selection, and structural designs

Ensure that packaging meets product protection, transportation, and regulatory requirements

Project Management

Manage R&D projects, including defining timelines, budgets, and resource allocations

Coordinate activities across different functions to ensure successful commercialisation of new product launches

Coordinate internally (Product Development and QM & Regulatory Affairs) to align ingredient sourcing with product development needs and production schedules

Ensure alignment with overall product and brand strategy

Prepare relevant reports for Management review

Others

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align product concepts with organisational goals

Collaborate with Product Branding & Marketing, Market Research & Strategy, and the Innovation Hub to refine packaging concepts, features, and specifications

Address ad-hoc tasks given by direct manager as needed to ensure seamless operations

What You Bring:

Degree in Food Science, Food Technology, or a related field.

Experience in food product development, prototyping, and commercialization.

Strong understanding of food safety standards, ingredient functionality, and regulatory compliance.

Creativity, curiosity, and a hands-on approach to solving complex food development challenges.

Excellent project management and communication skills.

Why Work With Us?

Be part of a team that’s redefining what’s possible in food innovation.

Opportunities for continuous learning, creativity, and impact.

A supportive environment where your ideas are heard—and tasted!

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Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Malaysia? What's your expected monthly basic salary? Which of the following types of qualifications do you have? How many years' experience do you have as a food technologist? Have you worked in a role where you were responsible for brand planning? How many years of project management experience do you have? How many years' experience do you have in market research? Do you possess or have access to your own transportation?

Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics 51-100 employees

JATI rice is so much synonymous with its producer Serba Wangi Sdn Bhd. Our Company started its operation in 1993, and has become one of the nation's leading rice millers and wholesalers focusing on rice business. The business covers an extensive scale of activities ranging from milling, processing, packaging to distribution of various rice and rice products under flagship brand JATI.

Serba Wangi’s reputable products come under various brand names besides Jati – Kapal Layar, Carnation, Songhe Noble Pine Crane, Songhe Lotus, Fres-Harves, Jati Signature and ecoBrown’s, a series of rice for health conscious consumers.

Our company’s headquarters operates its business entity right from the heart of the ‘Rice Bowl State of Kedah”. At present, Serba Wangi has a wide distribution network covering the whole of Peninsula Malaysia under its group. It operates and set up own branches in Penang, Perak, Selangor, Negeri Sembilan, Pahang, Melaka and Johor to support and handle processing, distribution and wholesaling operations.

JATI rice is so much synonymous with its producer Serba Wangi Sdn Bhd. Our Company started its operation in 1993, and has become one of the nation's leading rice millers and wholesalers focusing on rice business. The business covers an extensive scale of activities ranging from milling, processing, packaging to distribution of various rice and rice products under flagship brand JATI.

Serba Wangi’s reputable products come under various brand names besides Jati – Kapal Layar, Carnation, Songhe Noble Pine Crane, Songhe Lotus, Fres-Harves, Jati Signature and ecoBrown’s, a series of rice for health conscious consumers.

Our company’s headquarters operates its business entity right from the heart of the ‘Rice Bowl State of Kedah”. At present, Serba Wangi has a wide distribution network covering the whole of Peninsula Malaysia under its group. It operates and set up own branches in Penang, Perak, Selangor, Negeri Sembilan, Pahang, Melaka and Johor to support and handle processing, distribution and wholesaling operations.

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