Food Technologist

Job Description – Junior Food Technologist

Experience: 0–3 Years

Qualification: Bachelor's degree in Food Technology, Food Science, or a related field.

• Key ResponsibilitiesModify and improve existing recipes and assist in developing new food products.
• Conduct product experiments, sample testing, and production trials.
• Support large-scale production process development to ensure consistent taste, colour, texture, and quality.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, FSSAI regulations, and applicable labelling requirements.
• Evaluate and select raw materials, ingredients, and suppliers based on quality and cost.
• Prepare product specifications, technical reports, and product costings to ensure profitability.
• Conduct supplier and internal quality audits and improve quality control procedures.
• Investigate customer complaints and resolve product quality issues.
• Coordinate with production, marketing, procurement, and product development teams for product launches.
• Identify opportunities to reduce wastage, improve efficiency, and enhance packaging.
• Maintain regulatory documentation and handle food safety and quality compliance.
• Required SkillsBasic knowledge of food processing, product development, and quality control.
• Understanding of FSSAI regulations and food safety standards.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and documentation skills.
• Good communication and coordination abilities.