Product Development Technologist

iStaff Recruitment; Midrand; On-site; ZAR 167,000 - 279,000; Full time

Job summary

iStaff Recruitment is seeking a Product Development Technologist for the flavour, ingredient and colour industry in Midrand. The ideal candidate has a Diploma/Degree in Food Technology or Food Science and 2–5 years of product development experience, with strong flavour formulation skills and deadline-driven work habits.

You will formulate new flavours, modify existing ones, develop application formulations, and conduct sensory panels while sourcing new ingredients and compiling specifications.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Food Technology or Food Science is required.
• 2–5 years of experience in product development.
• Ability to formulate flavours and seasonings.
• Deadline-driven with strong verbal and written communication.

Responsibilities

• Formulate new flavours and modify existing flavours.
• Develop and manipulate application formulations.
• Compound samples for testing and sensory evaluation.
• Source new ingredients and evaluate raw materials.
• Compile product specifications and process methods.

Job description

Product Development Technologist

Reference: CPT000257-GW-4

We are looking for a Product Development Technologist in the flavour, ingredient and colour industry. It is essential that you have experience in flavour formulations within the sweet division.

Duties & Responsibilities

Requirements:

• Diploma/Degree – Food Technology/Food Science
• 2-5 years’ experience with product development
• Deadline driven
• Strong verbal and written communication
• Know how to put flavour/seasoning formulations together

Duties:

• Formulate new flavours
• Flavour modification on existing products
• Develop and manipulate application formulation
• Compounding of samples
• Conducting sensory panels
• Source for new ingredients and evaluate raw materials
• Compiling of product specifications and process methods

Application Process

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Package & Remuneration

Monthly