Junior Ppi Technologist

findojobs-za; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 35 000 - 75 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Product & Process Implementation Technologist to join their dynamic team in Midrand. This role is pivotal in bridging new product designs with manufacturing processes, ensuring that innovations transition smoothly from lab to production. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in quality and technical roles, demonstrating strong leadership and cross-functional collaboration skills. With a commitment to personal development and a people-centric culture, this opportunity offers a chance to make a significant impact in a global environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 13 years experience in Quality, Technical, NPD, Production, or Process roles.
• Diploma or BTech in Food Technology, Biotechnology, Food Science, or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Lead coordination and management of small trial blend requests.
• Conduct functionality testing and coordinate sending samples to PPI teams.
• Support seasoning implementation and manage nonconformance trials.

Skills

Quality Assurance

Technical Expertise

New Product Development

Production Management

Process Optimization

Cross-functional Collaboration

Critical Thinking

Attention to Detail

Relationship Building

Education

Diploma in Food Technology

BTech in Food Science

Job description

Product & Process Implementation Technologist

Location: Midrand, South Africa

The Product & Process Implementation (PPI) Technologist is part of the development team in South Africa, closely collaborating with the PPI team in the UK. The role focuses on implementing new product designs for both products and processes, serving as a bridge between New Product Development and Manufacturing within the product commercialization and scale-up process.

Main Responsibilities

1. Lead coordination and management of small trial blend requests, including arranging trials, sampling, micro testing, and dispatch.
2. Conduct functionality testing locally and coordinate sending samples to PPI teams in Haddenham and PepsiCo USA.
3. Understand and drive the capability requirements for 1.33, maintaining the functionality database, and preparing reports.
4. Support seasoning implementation at the Midrand site, coordinating activities for scale-up and first-time orders, including testing, SAP & label checks, and trial closures.
5. Ensure product implementation replicates lab design in manufacturing and that new products perform in both McCormick and customer/copacker processes.
6. Manage nonconformance trials, batch size changes, and advise NPD on operational capabilities for first-time quality.
7. Lead cross-functional FTO forums and execute activities related to compounding and application for functionality studies.
8. Manage functionality samples for retention and support manufacturing QA, R&D, and process & equipment implementation as needed.

Candidate Profile

• Minimum 13 years experience in Quality, Technical, NPD, Production, or Process roles.
• Diploma or BTech in Food Technology, Biotechnology, Food Science, or equivalent.
• Strong team player with cross-functional interaction skills.
• Self-starter with ownership, accountability, and ability to work under pressure.
• Critical thinking, attention to detail, and adaptability to change.
• Research-oriented with excellent relationship-building skills.

Additional Information

McCormick fosters a people-centric culture with global opportunities, personal development, and an engaged team environment. We value growth, respect, contribution, and doing what's right for our business, community, and planet.

Application Process

Interested candidates should apply via our careers portal. We work with external recruitment agencies through our Agency Portal and do not accept unsolicited resumes. McCormick is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion.