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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a dedicated and innovative Food Technologist to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in food science and technology, with a passion for developing and improving food products and processes. You will be responsible for ensuring that our food products are safe, high-quality, and meet all regulatory standards. This role involves working closely with other departments, including production, quality assurance, and marketing, to develop new products and improve existing ones. You will also be responsible for conducting research and experiments to develop new food products, improve existing products, and ensure that all products meet safety and quality standards. Additionally, you will be responsible for staying up-to-date with the latest trends and developments in the food industry, and for ensuring that our products are competitive in the market. The ideal candidate will have excellent problem-solving skills, a strong attention to detail, and the ability to work well in a team environment. If you are passionate about food science and technology, and are looking for a challenging and rewarding career, we would love to hear from you.
Responsibilities
Text copied to clipboard!- Develop new food products and improve existing ones.
- Conduct research and experiments to develop new food products.
- Ensure that all food products meet safety and quality standards.
- Work closely with production, quality assurance, and marketing departments.
- Stay up-to-date with the latest trends and developments in the food industry.
- Ensure that all products are competitive in the market.
- Conduct sensory evaluations and shelf-life studies.
- Develop and implement food safety and quality control procedures.
- Prepare and maintain detailed records of research and experiments.
- Provide technical support to production and quality assurance teams.
- Ensure compliance with all regulatory standards.
- Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers and customers.
- Participate in product development meetings and presentations.
- Analyze and interpret data from research and experiments.
- Develop and implement new food processing techniques.
- Ensure that all products are labeled correctly and meet all regulatory requirements.
- Provide training and support to other team members.
- Develop and maintain a thorough understanding of food science and technology.
- Ensure that all work is completed in a timely and efficient manner.
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives.
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Food Technology, or a related field.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in food product development.
- Strong knowledge of food safety and quality standards.
- Excellent problem-solving skills.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Ability to work well in a team environment.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong analytical and research skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other relevant software.
- Knowledge of food processing techniques and equipment.
- Experience with sensory evaluation and shelf-life studies.
- Strong understanding of regulatory standards and requirements.
- Ability to work independently and take initiative.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work under pressure.
- Experience with data analysis and interpretation.
- Strong technical writing skills.
- Ability to develop and maintain relationships with suppliers and customers.
- Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- Can you describe your experience with food product development?
- How do you ensure that food products meet safety and quality standards?
- Can you provide an example of a successful food product you developed?
- How do you stay up-to-date with the latest trends and developments in the food industry?
- Can you describe your experience with sensory evaluation and shelf-life studies?
- How do you handle multiple projects and meet deadlines?
- Can you describe a time when you had to solve a complex problem in food technology?
- How do you ensure compliance with regulatory standards?
- Can you describe your experience with food processing techniques and equipment?
- How do you develop and maintain relationships with suppliers and customers?
- Can you provide an example of a time when you had to work under pressure?
- How do you ensure that all work is completed in a timely and efficient manner?
- Can you describe your experience with data analysis and interpretation?
- How do you provide technical support to production and quality assurance teams?
- Can you describe your experience with developing and implementing food safety and quality control procedures?
- How do you ensure that all products are labeled correctly and meet all regulatory requirements?
- Can you describe your experience with training and supporting other team members?
- How do you participate in continuous improvement initiatives?
- Can you describe your experience with technical writing?
- How do you ensure that all products are competitive in the market?
