Dairy & Infant Formula Product Development Technologist

Danone; Auckland; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Diverse and inclusive work environment

Personalised learning opportunities

Competitive Total Reward package

Medical insurance

Job summary

Danone ANZ seeks a Product Development Technologist to join the R&I team in Auckland. You will drive end-to-end product development, optimise processes, and integrate new powder formulations with plant operations in Auckland and Balclutha.

Reporting to the Product Development Manager, you will lead trials, maintain technical documentation, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality outcomes in early life nutrition.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Chemical Engineering/Food Science/Dairy Science/Life Science/Human Nutrition.
• Proven experience in a comparable dairy or infant formula role.
• Familiarity with FSANZ/GB/FSMP regulations.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and MS Office.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and planning abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end product development and process optimization.
• Support manufacturing at Auckland and Balclutha sites.
• Drive formulation advancements and ingredient sourcing.
• Coordinate trials, testing, and technical documentation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet KPIs and project timelines.
• Champion supplier engagement and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Strong communication

Project planning

Analytical mindset

Problem solving

Education

Tertiary qualification in Chemical Engineering/Food Science/Dairy Science/Life Science/Human Nutrition

Tools

Microsoft Excel

MS Office suite

Job description

Danone ANZ seeks a Product Development Technologist to join the R&I team in Auckland. You will drive end-to-end product development, optimise processes, and integrate new powder formulations with plant operations in Auckland and Balclutha.

Reporting to the Product Development Manager, you will lead trials, maintain technical documentation, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality outcomes in early life nutrition.