Scientist I Prod Devel

It's an exciting time to be in APZ - McCormick's growth region. Our business here is transforming in remarkable ways. From the rice and spice fields of India and South East Asia to Australia's herb farms, our mosaic of rich distinct cultures inspires the boldest of flavours. Our headquarters and TIC in Singapore, along with our new and transformed facilities in Thailand, India and Australia are powering our regional growth ambitions. Here you'll find a culture that celebrates the best of both; the energy of and pulse of a startup and the solid legacy of our McCormick brand. We're a region on the rise - bold, committed and hungry - so only changemakers need apply
Primary Purpose

With management guidance the PD Scientist, completes difficult technical assignments which require a knowledge of, and experience in, the discipline. Applies initiative and creativity in assignments. May provide technical direction to, or may supervise, lower level team members. Progressively establishes own work schedule and research plans under general supervision. Will recommend changes in practices and procedures. May be called upon to provide technical expertise to other staff members and may have frequent customer contact.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and direct the activities of the Flavous Solutions and Consumer Research and Development team from concept and recipe development to trial and factory validation and commerical production. Work effectively with cross-fuctional network to ensure NPD executed with excellence. In alignment with the R&D Director India ensure resources are appropriately deployed against development projects which support the strategic plan for growth and profit improvement.
Understands the principles of designing for food safety and quality. Familiar with food microbiology and common food pathogens. Able to provide guidance to more junior members of the team. Knows how to formulate food to ensure shelf stability and food safety. Can establish product quality specifications in collaboration with the quality department. Able to plan and conduct shelf-life testing and communicate requirements clearly to technicians or supporting team members. Is aware of customer specific food safety and quality requirements and knows to seek support if required when developing products.
Consistently delivers PD briefs as per customer requirements with a moderate understanding of formulation implications on production process and product quality. With guidance can mitigate risks. Consistently delivers PD briefs as per customer requirements with a moderate understanding of formulation implications on production process and product quality. With guidance can mitigate risks.
Able to search for and find relevant and useful past and new information and use it to define the next research step. Able to collate and report data without supervision.Has a basic understanding of packaging design and what influences pack and product interaction and shelf life. Knows to and proactively consults the packaging technologist in new product design.
Able to understand and execute R&D related softwares (SAP, SAPRD etc) and systems (GATE, INTELEX etc).

**Education & Expereince**:
Food Technologist with 3-5 years of Product Development with the relvant Food Industry.

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