Product Development Technologist

responsibilities:

• Develops and prepares product prototypes using laboratory and pilot plant equipment to support research and development activities
• Selects and applies appropriate methodologies for project execution and contributes to the design and implementation of experimental plans
• Assists with pilot plant trials, scale-up activities, and production validations to support commercialization and successful product launches.
• Sets up, operates, and maintains laboratory and pilot plant equipment to ensure accurate and efficient testing
• Participates in product benchmarking and sensory evaluations to assess product quality, performance, and competitive positioning.
• Conducts analytical and functional testing of ingredients including raw and processed dairy, utilizing laboratory instrumentation; Analyzes, and interprets experimental data to support project recommendations and decision-making.
• Maintains accurate laboratory notebooks, test records, and technical documentation in accordance with company procedures.
• Prepares summaries, reports, and presentations to communicate project findings and recommendations.
• Coordinates with suppliers and internal stakeholders, including other company locations, to procure materials and support project needs
• Receives and organizes incoming deliveries in support of laboratory operations
• Sources ingredients and manages laboratory inventory to ensure availability of materials for ongoing projects
• Maintains a clean, organized, and safe laboratory environment in compliance with company and regulatory standards
• skills/qualifications required:
• Bachelor’s degree in food science, Dairy Science, Chemistry, Biology or related discipline required