Description:
A dynamic and innovative food manufacturing company is looking for an experienced ND Technologist with a strong background in spice-based product development to join their team in Johannesburg, Gauteng. The ideal candidate will play a key role in creating and refining batch packs for meat products such as sausages, boerewors, and polonies, while ensuring full compliance with food labeling regulations and quality standards.
Responsibilities:
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Develop and optimize spice blends and batch packs for processed meat products
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Conduct sensory evaluations to assess and ensure product quality and consistency
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Compile accurate ingredient listings and nutritional panels
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Draft detailed product specifications for all new developments
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Investigate and resolve customer complaints in collaboration with quality teams
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Perform product costing in alignment with current labeling legislation and industry standards
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Support cross-functional teams with technical input during new product launches
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Stay updated on food industry trends, ingredients, and regulatory changes
Requirements:
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National Diploma or B.Tech in Food Technology
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Proven experience in product development, particularly in spice and batch pack formulations
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Solid understanding of food labeling legislation and cost management
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Strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills
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Ability to manage multiple projects and work collaboratively across departments
Benefits
- Salary: negotiable
Contact RPO Recruitment for your next career opportunity.
- Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.
- Apply for this role today, contact Jarad Pentz at RPO Recruitment or on LinkedIn.
- You can also visit the RPO Recruitment website: rporecruitment.us or email us your
CV: logistics@rpo-recruit.za.com.
We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.
Requirements:
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Develop and optimize spice blends and batch packs for processed meat products
-
Conduct sensory evaluations to assess and ensure product quality and consistency
-
Compile accurate ingredient listings and nutritional panels
-
Draft detailed product specifications for all new developments
-
Investigate and resolve customer complaints in collaboration with quality teams
-
Perform product costing in alignment with current labeling legislation and industry standards
-
Support cross-functional teams with technical input during new product launches
-
Stay updated on food industry trends, ingredients, and regulatory changes
-
National Diploma or B.Tech in Food Technology
-
Proven experience in product development, particularly in spice and batch pack formulations
-
Solid understanding of food labeling legislation and cost management
-
Strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills
-
Ability to manage multiple projects and work collaboratively across departments
- Salary: negotiable
- Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.
- Apply for this role today, contact Jarad Pentz at RPO Recruitment or on LinkedIn.
- You can also visit the RPO Recruitment website: rporecruitment.us or email us your
CV: logistics@rpo-recruit.za.com.