Food Technologist

RPO Recruitment, a leading recruitment agency in the food industry, is currently seeking a skilled and passionate Food Technologist to join our client's team. As a Food Technologist, you will play a key role in product development, quality control, and ensuring compliance with food safety regulations.

In this role, you will work closely with cross-functional teams to develop new food products, improve existing recipes, and conduct sensory evaluations. You will also be responsible for managing quality control processes, conducting laboratory tests, and analyzing data to ensure the highest standards of safety and quality.

If you have a strong background in food science, a passion for innovation, and are excited about contributing to the success of a dynamic organization, we would love to hear from you!

Responsibilities

• Develop new food product formulations in line with client requirements
• Improve and optimize existing product recipes for taste, texture, and nutritional content
• Conduct sensory evaluations to assess product quality and consumer acceptability
• Manage quality control processes, including testing raw materials and finished products
• Analyze data and create reports to track product performance and quality trends
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends and regulatory changes in food science and technology
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Marketing, Sales, and Operations

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Food Technology, or a related field
• Prior experience in product development and quality control within the food industry
• Strong knowledge of food safety regulations and quality control systems
• Proficiency in conducting laboratory tests and analyzing data
• Excellent problem-solving and critical-thinking skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Passion for innovation and continuous improvement

Benefits

• Salary negotiable

RPO is a Specialist Recruitment Agency that provides candidates and clients with unique recruitment solutions tailored to their needs. We focus on helping you reach your personal and professional goals by connecting you to your perfect career path.

Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.

Apply for this role today, contact Llizelle Jansen at RPO Recruitment or on LinkedIn

You can also visit the RPO Recruitment website: rporecruitment.us or email us your CV: manufacturing@rpo-recruit.za.com

Last updated on Jun 7, 2024