Food Technologist

We love helping Australians explore new flavours, and after 40 years in the industry, we’ve grown into one of the most dynamic FMCG food businesses in the country. With a portfolio of 400+ products and a brand that leads its category nationally, proudly 100 percent Australian-owned, we’re a family business driven by innovation, diversity and exceptional people. If you want to be part of a business that’s growing fast and shaping the future of flavour in Australia, this is the place to be. Our Culture Working here you will be supported to challenge yourself and test your ideas by our passionate, energetic team, our flexible ways of working, all fuelled by plenty of delicious food. We pride ourselves on doing things a little differently to stay ahead of competitors and are looking for a highly motivated, driven and super‑organised individual to join our team, someone who is happy to give anything a go, be the ultimate problem solver, make suggestions to improve process and roll with the daily challenges. The Role We are currently seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Food Technologist to join our expanding NPD team. This role will provide briefing and technical inputs to launch NPD projects on time, and within budget. This role will require working closely with a cross‑functional team including Quality, Marketing, Procurement, Sales, Finance and Logistics, focusing on the delivery of ideas from concept to commercialisation, utilising the Stage and Gate process. The Role Will Primarily Involve: Effectively planning and managing multiple simultaneous projects and troubleshooting technical and processing issues throughout the NPD process Managing cross‑functional project teams and timelines to deliver NPD projects, specifically working with Procurement and Marketing to brief suppliers on specific project requirements Developing benchtop samples within a development kitchen and being able to convert these to large scale manufacturing Launching products in full, on time and within budget and communicate and escalating project progress Ensuring all technical aspects of labelling are completed to required standards Successful Candidate This is a fantastic opportunity for a highly motivated individual who is self‑driven, flexible, efficient and with a strong work ethic. You would be well‑spoken and presentable, with proven leadership skills, lateral thinking capability. To Be Successful With Your Application Tertiary qualified in Food Science or a related relevant discipline Prior experience in Product Development within the food industry with proven project management experience and a flare for food flavours and combinations Demonstrated sound food technology experience working in cross‑functional teams, with demonstrated usage and understanding of Stage and Gate Prior experience in managing cross‑functional project teams Demonstrated analytical, problem solving, organisational and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to multitask and prioritise Knowledge of food regulations, food legislation and food safety What’s on Offer A great career with a well‑respected organisation in the FMCG industry — a company that looks after its staff An attractive remuneration package will be offered to the successful candidate. Additional Benefits Extra paid day off on your birthday On‑site free parking Fortnightly company lunches Monthly birthday celebrations Quarterly, End‑of‑year and Christmas events Employee Assistance Program Lots more food‑related fun at work Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level Employment Type Full‑time Job Function Research, Analyst, and Information Technology Manufacturing Location Clayton South, Victoria, Australia #J-18808-Ljbffr