Development Technologist at Hire Resolve

Job Description

• A well-established and leading food manufacturing company is seeking a skilled and passionate Development Technologist to join their laboratory-based team. This role is ideal for a dedicated professional looking to drive product innovation and maintain high standards of quality excellence within the food science sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and execute new product development (NPD) projects from concept to kitchen scale and final production.
• Conduct laboratory-based testing, trials, and evaluations on new and existing food products.
• Formulate recipes, source raw materials, and optimize ingredients to ensure cost-effectiveness and product stability.
• Ensure all development processes comply with rigorous food safety, quality, and regulatory standards.
• Document precise product specifications, manufacturing procedures, and laboratory reports.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including production, quality assurance, and marketing, to ensure successful product launches.

Requirements

• BSc / BTech Degree in Food Science or Food Technology or similar
• Proven experience working in a laboratory environment within the food manufacturing industry, Flavours preferred.
• Strong understanding of food chemistry, preservation techniques, and ingredient functionality.
• Familiarity with food safety management systems (e.g., HACCP, FSSC 22000).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and precise documentation skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently in a lab setting and collaboratively within a team.