Job Description
A leading edible oils and fats manufacturing company is looking for an experienced R&D / NPD Specialist with strong experience in food product development, edible oil formulations, and innovation within the FMCG food manufacturing sector to join their team in Durban. The successful candidate will be responsible for driving new product development initiatives, improving existing formulations, and supporting innovation within a large-scale food processing environment. The company manufactures a range of consumer and industrial products including cooking oils, specialty fats, and related food products distributed across South Africa and into regional markets.
Responsibilities:
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Lead end-to-end New Product Development (NPD) projects from concept through to commercialisation.
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Develop and refine formulations for edible oils, blends, and related food products.
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Conduct laboratory trials, pilot plant testing, and product optimisation.
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Collaborate with production, quality assurance, and procurement teams to ensure successful product scale-up.
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Ensure all formulations comply with food safety, regulatory, and labelling requirements.
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Analyse market trends and customer requirements to identify new product opportunities.
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Support continuous improvement initiatives for existing product lines.
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Prepare technical documentation including product specifications, reports, and trial data.
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Assist with troubleshooting product quality issues and formulation improvements.
Requirements:
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Matric (Grade 12).
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Relevant tertiary qualification in Food Science, Food Technology, or a related field.
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Proven experience in R&D and New Product Development within the food manufacturing industry.
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Experience working with edible oils, fats, or similar food ingredients highly advantageous.
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Knowledge of food safety standards, product formulation, and manufacturing processes.
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Experience conducting laboratory trials and scaling formulations to production.
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Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
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Excellent documentation and communication skills.
Benefits:
- Salary: negotiable.
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About Other Professions Jobs in Kwazulu-Natal
In Kwazulu-Natal, South Africa, the Other Professions sector is a diverse and growing field, with a strong demand for skilled professionals in various industries. Typically, this field encompasses roles such as HR, recruitment, training, and development, which are essential to many sectors, including technology, finance, and healthcare.
Generally, salaries in this field vary widely depending on factors like experience, company size, and industry sector. While broad salary ranges can be difficult to predict, it’s common for entry-level positions to fall within the R30 000 – R60 000 per annum range, while more senior roles may command salaries between R80 000 – R150 000 per annum or more, depending on the specific requirements of the role and the organization. However, please note that these are broad estimates, and actual salaries can vary significantly.
Common skills required for Other Professions roles in Kwazulu-Natal include strong communication and interpersonal skills, the ability to work with various stakeholders at all levels, proficiency in recruitment software and systems, experience with performance management and employee development initiatives, a solid understanding of employment laws and regulations, and analytical and problem-solving skills. Additionally, many organizations in this sector place a high value on technical skills such as data analysis, talent management, and learning and development.
The financial services sector, technology industry, and healthcare are among the most common industries that employ professionals in Other Professions roles. These sectors often require specialized skills and knowledge to support their human resources functions, which can include talent acquisition, employee engagement, and organizational development.
In terms of career progression, graduates with a passion for HR and recruitment often find opportunities in training and development, learning and organisational design, or even leadership roles within the sector. Many organisations also offer formal qualifications and certifications, such as CIPD (Chartered Institute of Personnel Development) or SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP (Society for Human Resource Management Certified Professional/ Senior Certified Professional), which can help career progression.
It’s also worth noting that many professionals in the Other Professions sector have moved into management roles within their organizations, or have pursued further education and training to specialise in a particular area of HR.
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