Senior Food Technologist

2 weeks ago

Castlemaine, Australia ClearCompany Full time

The Company

Our client is a leading food manufacturing business with a strong reputation for quality and innovation, this organisation is committed to delivering premium products. With a focus on continuous improvement, the business prides itself on combining technical expertise with a passion for great food.

Benefits

- $120,000 - $150,000 + Super
- Career development and progression opportunities
- Hands-on role with exposure to cutting-edge facilities

The Role

As a Senior Food Technologist, you will take ownership of new product development initiatives, driving projects from concept through to launch. This role is highly practical and requires a solutions-focused professional who can balance creativity with technical precision.

Key responsibilities include:

- Leading the development of new and improved food products
- Conducting bench work, recipe formulation, and pilot plant trials using advanced facilities
- Managing customer presentations and sensory evaluations to showcase innovation
- Ensuring compliance with QA, HACCP, and food safety standards while optimising processes
- Collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver commercially viable solutions

Skills & Experience

- Tertiary qualifications in Food Science, Food Technology, or a related discipline
- Proven experience as a Food Technologist within a manufacturing environment
- Strong understanding of food safety regulations, QA systems, and HACCP principles
- Excellent project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
- Hands-on, practical approach with strong problem-solving and communication skills

For More Information For a confidential discussion about this role or your next career move, please contact Khalid Belhaj at khalid@millerleith.com.au or on 0411 840 525.

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