Product Development Engineer

4 days ago

Salem, Tamil Nadu, India Fibro Foods Private Limited Full time ₹ 2,40,000 - ₹ 3,60,000 per year

Role Overview:

The Product Development Engineer will develop, troubleshoot, and commercialize formulations of shelf stable food products using thermal processing / retort technology. Lead product improvement projects, provide technical data, and maintain document systems. The ideal candidate should have a strong experience in R&D, Food Process Engineering principles, Design of Experiments Methodology, Food Chemistry and Culinary Science to be successful in this role.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop formulations of shelf stable products from concept to formulation, sample prototypes, heat penetration studies, operations trials, and product launches.
  • Provide hands-on leadership, mentoring, and management to Retort Operators, Thermal Processing Technicians, and Retort Supervisors, including headcount analysis, scheduling, and training
  • Complete record review and process deviation analysis for all retort operations in compliance with FSSAI regulations
  • Conduct and evaluate temperature distribution studies and heat penetration studies
  • Maintain accurate records and documentation of testing, validations, and other relevant information
  • Review and develop thermal processing procedures, including time and temperature profiles to ensure the safety and quality of food products
  • Collaborate with customers and regulatory personnel during visits, inspections, and audits
  • Serve as subject matter expert and provide technical assistance to optimize thermal processes and resolve issues
  • Monitor trending ingredients, products, packaging, and processes. Provide recommendations, formulations, and solutions that drive innovation to keep the product lines relevant in the market.
  • Generate technical information such as nutrition panels, ingredient statements, labels, and/or specifications.
  • Organize product evaluations for competitive analysis, customer presentations, and cross-training.
  • Lead and/or assist in shelf-life trial design, evaluations, recommendations, and reporting.
  • Maintain updated documents and records in accordance to Food Safety and Quality of Food Standards.
  • Work as a team and be committed to the overall objectives of the company.
  • Other duties as deemed necessary

Key Requirements:

  • Minimum (2) two years of proven R&D experience in thermal processing / retort technology is must
  • Full product development life cycle in a food/beverage science and/or culinary field, from concept to prototype to optimization to commercialization, and within time and budget constraints.
  • Solid expertise in manufacturing tests and guiding teams through pilot plant trials to market test start-ups to full production launches.
  • Deep knowledge of food ingredients' functionality, applications, low-risk alternatives, and cost-effective solutions.
  • Strong analytical skills, self-motivated and results-oriented
  • Proficient in MS Office
  • Well organized in work and have a systematic approach to problem-solving.
  • Having an open and objective mindset when addressing issues and/or offering solutions
  • Ability to prioritize work well and have good decision-making skills in a fast-paced environment.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹240, ₹360,000.00 per year

Ability to commute/relocate:

  • Salem, Tamil Nadu: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

  • Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

  • Thermal Processing: 2 years (Required)
  • Retort Operations: 2 years (Required)
  • Food Scientist (R&D): 2 years (Required)

Language:

  • English (Required)

Shift availability:

  • Day Shift (Required)

Work Location: In person

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