Deskripsi Pekerjaan
Are you a passionate culinary scientist or food technologist with a flair for flavor innovation? JAPFA Food is seeking a visionary R&D Manager (Seasoning) to join our dynamic team in Megamendung. In this pivotal role, you will lead the charge in developing cutting-edge seasoning formulations that define the taste profile of our products. You will work at the intersection of food science, market trends, and manufacturing scalability to bring high-quality, delicious solutions to the consumer market.
The ideal candidate will combine technical expertise in food chemistry with a creative approach to flavor development. You will oversee the end-to-end R&D lifecycle, from conceptualization and bench-top trials to factory scale-up and sensory evaluation. If you are an experienced leader ready to shape the future of taste at one of Indonesia's leading food companies, we want to hear from you.
Tanggung Jawab
- Lead and execute the entire R&D process for new seasoning product development and existing product optimization.
- Translate market trends and consumer insights into innovative seasoning concepts that meet flavor targets and cost objectives.
- Conduct rigorous sensory evaluation, shelf-life studies, and stability testing to ensure product quality and safety.
- Manage the transition of formulations from pilot plant trials to full-scale commercial production, ensuring consistency and efficiency.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with Procurement, Quality Assurance, and Production teams to source ingredients and troubleshoot manufacturing challenges.
- Maintain comprehensive technical documentation, including product specifications, ingredient statements, and nutritional labeling.
- Stay abreast of food safety regulations and industry innovations to ensure compliance and maintain a competitive edge.
Kualifikasi
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Food Technology, Food Science, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5-7 years of professional experience in R&D, specifically focusing on savory seasoning or spice blends.
- Deep understanding of ingredient functionality, flavor chemistry, and food processing technologies.
- Proven track record in managing product development projects from concept to commercial launch.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a high attention to detail in a laboratory/manufacturing environment.
- Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to manage a team and coordinate with diverse departments.
- Proficiency in food safety management systems (HACCP, ISO 22000, or FSSC 22000) is highly preferred.