Product Technologist

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A technical yet exciting and creative product development role for a leading food manufacturer

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Food Technology & Safety

Company: Farrow Jamieson Ltd

Location: Southland

Work type: Full Time

Salary: n\a

Phone: +64-7-517-2344

Fax: +64-3-248-8222

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Quality Foods Southland Ltd (QFS) history began more than a century ago and their reputation through time as a leading food manufacturer has been underpinned by uncompromised quality.  Retaining early and lasting traditions, QFS’ focus is to provide the market with premium quality value added products for butter based food connoisseurs.  Well-established and renowned for niche products, they have significant international business and new opportunities as a unique supplier to emerging markets.

Working within the Technical team the Product Technologist is an integral ‘hands-on’ role, enabling QFS product development and support systems and standards.
This is an exciting, technical and creative role where you will provide expertise in problem solving and idea generation in baking and technical aspects, from conception to launch. Supporting both existing and new products in market.
You will communicate widely working closely with sales & marketing, service, administration and manufacturing teams.  Your interaction with customers locally and Internationally to provide essential technical support will be a critical aspect of this position.

We envisage your qualifications, experience and competencies to be;
  • A relevant Tertiary qualification in Food Technology/Food Science and/or as a Chef
  • Product development experience, either post graduate or existing employment
  • Exposure to a food manufacturing environment and preferably Bakery sector
  • Ability to relate in a culture of continuous improvement
  • Confidence in Product Development principals and a passion for innovation and creativity
  • Tuned to technical and quality concepts relevant to export compliance standards
  • Strengths in project management/organisation, administration and detail
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills to support international markets
The QFS’ customer centric approach is intrinsic to their goals and this brings product development to the fore front of their business strategy.  Your energy and commitment towards QFS business goals and working in a team oriented style will see your career well supported and rewarded.

For more information, make confidential enquiries to Deryn Roder +64 3 9639152 or apply online  with an up-to-date CV and a cover letter.

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