R&D Technologist

 Kemalpaşa, Turkey

 

 

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

 

Support development of products as per the project briefs by sample preparations, sensory evaluations, shelf life studies and all other relevant studies. Documents findings and results, based upon project requirements, provides ideas that help define lab work & shows creative problem solving Improve existing products by modifying /replacing ingredients / introducing new ingredients. Support the studies to reduce the cost of existing products by moving to cost competitive ingredients, omitting certain ingredients and / or changing levels of raw ingredients without compromising on the finished product quality. Attend production trials internally and / customer site. Keeping up to date with latest technologies and developments and incorporate these into project work if they prove to be beneficial. Maintain highest standards of food hygiene and have these standards in Lab. when working on project briefs. Maintain lab stock control and daily checks. Maintain awareness and keep up to date with current food legislation. Conducting some technical department functions such as hygiene and internal audits when necessary. Other ad hoc duties as appropriate, in line with business requirements

 

 

CANDIDATE PROFILE

 

Graduate from Food Science Product development experience in sector. Previous experience within the Food Industry or in a laboratory environment desirable Self-motivated and able to work on own initiative Assertive and able to communicate efficiently to various levels within the organisation Computer skills – Word, Excel, PowerPoint Ability to work under pressure and on short deadlines Effective time management and organisational skills Ability to work as part of a team or individually (ability to use own initiative) General numerical and problem-solving skills (logical approach to problems) Ability to work cross-functionally within the team and show adaptability To be able to multitask and be detail oriented.

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