Description:
RedCat Recruitment is seeking an experienced NEW PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT TECHNOLOGIST for a well-established concern, position based in the Midlands area, KwaZulu-Natal.
REQUIREMENTS
Grade 12.
Degree / Diploma in Food Technology; Food Science or Consumer Science.
Valid drivers license / own reliable vehicle.
English speaking person (must be able to read, write and speak English fluently).
Strong computer skills (MS Office, Email / Internet). MS Project advantageous!
3+ yrs working in a similar position within the FMCG environment. Previous experience in food technology is ESSENTIAL!
Formulating recipes / products for presentation in conjunction with technical team.
Building product specifications.
Desk research and concept development.
Conduct consumer research where required.
Assisting the NPD Manager with the coordination of various NPD projects.
Develop new products specific to the requirements of our customers.
Execute exploratory development of new product ideas.
Manage documentation relating to but not limited to trials and product development going through the factory / kitchen.
Filter down information related to NPD to relevant departments within the organisation.
Planning and coordinating factory trials, including procurement of ingredients for factory trials.
Briefing suppliers (fruit preps, stabilisers, etc.) / working closely with suppliers on new developments.
Recipe formulation and development on new and existing products.
Overseeing the Product Developer and offering guidance as needed.
Assist the NPD manager on tasting / feedback sessions with customers.
Assist the Product developer on sensory shelf life tasting.
Assist in coordinating catering requirements for meetings / audits.
Salary package offered: - To be discussed
PLEASE ONLY APPLY IF YOU HAVE THE RELEVANT EXPERIENCE / ONLY SUITABLE CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED.
IMPORTANT
PLEASE APPLY FOR THIS POSITION VIA OUR WEBSITE (WWW.REDCATRECRUITMENT.CO.ZA)