Senior Food Technologist

SUMMARY:
We have an exciting opportunity at the Eskort Heidelberg Factory for a Senior Food Technologist to join the team.

The purpose of the role will be:-

• Product development and re-engineering of products according to a set brief that will deliver a product that can be manufactured in the Eskort Heidelberg or Eskort Estcourt factory.  The product must comply to all regulatory requirements and must be fit for human consumption. Conduct product and process audits periodically.

• Grade 12
• Degree in Food Science/Food Technology or equivalent qualifications is required.

• 3-5 years’ experience performing similar duties or related position in the meat FMCG industry.

• Basic Knowledge of FSCC2200.
• Knowledge of relevant food related National Legislation.
• Strong working knowledge of MS Office including Excel.
• Project planning and management skills.
• Ability to drive delivery and continuous improvement.
• Pro-active and task oriented with the ability to adapt to change and make decisions under pressure.
• Excellent analytical and data mining skills.
• Food safety and good manufacturing practices

POSITION INFO:
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS:

• Ensure that food products meet required standards set by Eskort Pty Ltd, their customers and regulatory authorities.
• Adhere hygiene standards and procedures.
• Communicate to superiors any and all issues that occur immediately.
• Develop new products according to set requirements, i.e. product, pack and cost.
• Evaluate alternative raw materials for either cost reduction and/or product enhancement.
• Regular contact and interaction with suppliers to stay abreast with the latest technology in ingredients, additives and packaging.
• Work together with Top Management in maintaining the implemented systems as well as making sure that Products that are manufactured by Eskort Limited will not cause any harm to the consumer.
• Maintain a hygienic and safe working environment with compliance to all statutory safety regulations.
• Production Trials (60%) - Using and understanding the relevant equipment in the production process to manufacture a product and/or to assist the production employees to complete a specified product for trial purposes.
• Technical Specifications (10%) – Compile and update product technical documents according to specified templates.
• Product Evaluation Panels (15%) - Using sensory evaluation methods to test the outcome of performed product tests and to conclude product tests and projects.
• Validation of product formulations and methods used on the production floor (15%) – Using floor recipes and process flows to verify and improve processes in production.
• Perform all other duties assigned to you.