Food Technologist – R&D Department

About AntiGra Systems Pvt. Ltd.At AntiGra Systems, we are reimagining how India drinks its chai and coffee. Founded in Kolhapur, Maharashtra, we design and manufacture indigenous, patent-backed automatic tea & coffee brewing systems. Our machines are used in leading cities across India—Delhi, Gurgaon, Mumbai, Pune, Hyderabad, Chennai, Bangalore—delivering the perfect cup every time.With an 80+ year heritage in the tea business and strong innovation DNA, AntiGra blends traditional chai culture with modern food tech, electronics, and automation. From premium SuperBrew machines for enterprises to SmartBrew bulk chai systems, we are on a mission to transform how millions of Indians enjoy their daily cup.Now, as we strengthen our R&D department, we are looking for a passionate Food Technologist to help us unlock the future of chai, coffee, and beyond.Roles & ResponsibilitiesAs a Food Technologist (R&D), you will be responsible for:Chai Recipe Development*Experiment with different ratios of milk, water, tea powder, sugar.*Vary brewing times using our different machine models (in production and under development).*Work with various tea powders, blends, cow milk, buffalo milk, tetra-pack milk (including imported samples).*Present the best-tasting outcomes to company directors for approval.Coffee Innovation and Recipe Development*Test and refine blends of filter coffee, decoctions, and regional coffee varieties.*Innovate brewing parameters within our machines to deliver café-like quality.Spice & Flavor Research*Develop new masala chai blends by combining spices, oleoresins, natural additives, and enhancers.*Continuously experiment to achieve authentic yet scalable taste profiles.Product Innovation & R&D*Use AI tools, research insights, and sensory evaluation techniques to recommend new recipes, product variants, and revenue-generating ideas.*Collaborate with machine R&D engineers to align recipes with brewing hardware/software.Future Kitchen AutomationIf AntiGra expands into other kitchen automation appliances — research and develop corresponding food recipes, processes, and innovations.What We’re Looking ForEducation: B.Tech / M.Tech in Food Technology / Food Science or related fields.Experience: 3–8 years in food product R&D, recipe standardization, or sensory evaluation (beverages experience preferred).Skills & Traits:*Passion for chai, coffee, and flavor science.*Strong knowledge of tea/coffee brewing, milk chemistry, and spice blending.*Research-driven, innovative mindset with hands-on lab/experimental skills.*Familiarity with AI tools for research & food innovation.*Excellent documentation & reporting skills (creating SOPs, sensory evaluation sheets, recipe documentation).*Languages: Proficiency in English (for documentation); Hindi/Marathi a plus.Why Join Us?*Be part of a fast-scaling Indian innovation company combining food tech, electronics, and automation.*Get the freedom to experiment, innovate, and build iconic beverage experiences for millions.*Work closely with founders, engineers, and supply chain experts to bring holistic solutions to market.*Opportunity to influence future product lines in kitchen automation beyond chai & coffee.Success Metrics (KPIs)*Development of standardized recipes for all machine variants.*Director-approved recipes for chai, filter coffee, masala blends.*Introduction of at least 2–3 new beverage/recipe innovations per year.*Documented process sheets ensuring repeatability & scalability.*Contribution to new product feasibility studies in future appliances.What We OfferAs part of our R&D team, you’ll enjoy not only the opportunity to shape the future of chai and coffee automation but also a supportive and rewarding work environment.✨ Here’s what we offer:-Gross Salary: ₹35,000 per month (including PF, PT and allowances). -Performance Incentive: Attractive incentive scheme applicable every month after successful completion of the probation period, linked to innovation and impact. -Mediclaim Policy: Comprehensive health coverage for you and your immediate family (spouse, children, and parents) after probation. -Accidental Insurance: Company-sponsored accidental insurance for your peace of mind. -Paid Leave Benefits: Enjoy paid leaves in addition to weekly offs to balance work and personal life. -Provident Fund & Statutory Benefits: PF contributions, bonuses, and allowances as per company policy. -Growth & Innovation Culture: Freedom to experiment, innovate, and bring bold ideas to life in a company that blends food science with cutting-edge technology.Join us and be part of a company where your creativity meets engineering, and your innovations become a part of millions of daily chai and coffee moments across India.