Condiments R&D Technologist — Flavor Innovation & Impact

Unilever; Fatih; On-site; TRY 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Unilever in Umraniye, Istanbul, seeks a Product Development Technologist for Condiments to lead R&D and translate technical insights into market-ready products.

You will collaborate across functions to develop and deploy condiment portfolio while improving sustainability, efficiency and product quality. The role emphasizes hands-on technical work within a global consumer goods environment.

Qualifications

• A degree in Food Engineering.
• 1-2 years of experience in research, design, manufacturing and/or technical product management with basic understanding of Foods Science and Technology.
• Proficiency in MS Office; strong English communication.

Responsibilities

• Review existing raw materials and simplify them to utilize sourcing units efficiently, amend recipes and complete stability tests.
• Review P&ID diagrams and design new compliant processes with the global team.
• Design product formulation compliant with new equipment and processing.
• Review contingency options for alternative processing to ensure uninterrupted business.
• Track progress of the R&D network and ensure on-time project delivery.
• Define operating window of specs and identify the range of product quality variations.
• Assist in commissioning equipment and lines using specified products, process design and packaging.
• Work in cross-functional teams (Marketing, Supply Chain, Procurement, Finance, CSP) and manage full project timelines.
• Ensure compliance with Unilever Code of Business Principles and SHEQA policies, including support of product claims and risk management.

Skills

MS Office

English (communication)

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Results-driven

Education

Food Engineering degree

Job description

Unilever in Umraniye, Istanbul, seeks a Product Development Technologist for Condiments to lead R&D and translate technical insights into market-ready products.

You will collaborate across functions to develop and deploy condiment portfolio while improving sustainability, efficiency and product quality. The role emphasizes hands-on technical work within a global consumer goods environment.