Food Technologist

**Job Title: Food Technologist**

**Location**: Mohali, Punjab

**Department**: Research & Development (R&D)

**Job Summary**:

- Lead the formulation and development of new food products and improve existing products.
- Innovate new flavors, textures, and nutritional profiles based on market trends and consumer preferences.
- Conduct ingredient research and selection to enhance product performance, taste, and cost-efficiency.
- Perform laboratory testing and trials to develop and refine product recipes.
- Design and execute experiments to assess the impact of various processing techniques on food safety, quality, and shelf life.
- Analyze results, make data-driven decisions, and optimize formulations accordingly.
- Conduct sensory evaluations to ensure product acceptability and consistency in taste, texture, and appearance.
- Monitor and maintain quality control throughout the development process.

**Cross-Departmental Collaboration**:

- Work closely with other departments, including product formulation, quality assurance, and marketing, to assist in the development of well-rounded products.
- Communicate effectively with external vendors and suppliers to gather information on new ingredients and materials.

**Key Qualifications**:
**Education**:

- Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Flavour Science, Nutrition, or a related field.
- Recent graduates are encouraged to apply.

**Experience**:

- No prior industry experience required, but any internships or coursework related to food science, nutraceuticals, or flavour development would be an advantage.

**Technical Skills**:

- Basic understanding of food flavouring principles and sensory evaluation methods.
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) for documentation and reporting.
- Eagerness to learn about flavour technologies and the nutraceutical industry.

**Soft Skills**:

- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
- Willingness to take initiative, adapt to challenges, and be open to learning.

Pay: ₹15,000.00 - ₹18,000.00 per month

**Benefits**:

- Health insurance

Schedule:

- Day shift

**Experience**:

- total work: 10 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Expected Start Date: 20/09/2024