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Franschhoek: Food Technologist

Food Technologist

Posted on 2025-04-17

Salary Monthly
Category Scientific Qa
Location Stellenbosch  /  Franschhoek

Job Summary

Duties:

Maintaining brand integrity, product safety and risk mitigation Establish an innovative, safe, and technically led product plan and category strategy Develop products that are at the technological cutting edge, innovative, and high quality, which adhere to the brands values of quality, freshness, innovation, inspiration, food safety and value Manage and monitor technical functions to meet the technical plan, product plan and ultimately the category strategy Technical communication and liaison with the buying team, suppliers, production facilities and farm Shop Positively influence all contributing aspects of the supply chain to optimise quality and food safety Lead product and process audits, including the formulation of specifications Quality monitoring and reporting Provide technical input into category, technical and supplier strategies and ensure effective implementation Develop packaging that conform to legislation, correct nutritional information, and date marking / coding Supplier sourcing and approval based on basic hygiene and risk management Shelf-life assessment and implementation Ensure supplier and farm supply production efficiencies and quality management Source and approve raw material according to specifications and allergen management guidelines Troubleshoot quality issues and perform route cause analyses Uphold international standards for food manufacturing and processing, using cutting-edge equipment and processing technology knowledge and experience

Requirements:

BSc Food Science or BTech Food Technology Degree At least 8-10 years experience Retail Sector background will be an advantage Proven, relevant industry experience and knowledge across a wide range of products Understanding of high- and low-risk food processing and efficient segregation Understanding of cold chain management and critical control factors regarding maintenance of food products in optimum state Practical experience in and understanding of different food preparation stages and processes Knowledge of technical processes and principles, i.e. HACCP, GMP, root cause analysis, supply chain, raw materials, micro and listeria management Technical product knowledge, i.e. product characteristics, raw material sourcing, manufacturing processes, and quality and safety parameters Knowledge of packaging functionality and application Understanding of environmental management and sustainability Fluent in Afrikaans with excellent verbal and written communication skills

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