Research & Development (R&D) Technologist

Pronto Labour Team; Durban; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A food technology firm in Durban is seeking a Research & Development (R&D) Technologist to innovate existing products and develop new ones. The ideal candidate has experience in FMCG and food safety legislation. Responsibilities include conducting research, collaborating with teams, and ensuring compliance with quality standards. A clean criminal record is a prerequisite.

Qualifications

• Qualified Food Tech / Biotech.
• FMCG, Food Experience is essential.
• Food Safety / Legislation knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research to improve existing products or develop new ones.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to execute R&D projects.
• Analyze data and trends to provide insights for product enhancement.
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations and quality standards.
• Identify opportunities for process optimization and cost reduction.
• Support the development of prototypes and conduct product testing.

Job description

RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT (R&D) TECHNOLOGIST

• Qualified Food Tech / Biotech
• FMCG, Food Experience - ESSENTIAL
• Food Safety / Legislation
• Clean Criminal record - will be verified

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conduct Research to Improve existing Products or Develop New Ones
• Collaborate with Cross-functional Teams to execute R&D projects
• Analyze Data and trends to provide insights for Product enhancement
• Ensure Compliance with Industry Regulations and Quality Standards
• Identify opportunities for Process optimization and Cost Reduction
• Support the Development of Prototypes and conduct Product Testing