Food Technologist: Product Development (Midrand) Permanent

Are you a hands-on food technologist with a passion for flavour? We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established manufacturer of food flavourings and seasonings, seeking a technically strong Product Development professional to join their team.

This is a formulation-focused role — not QA or QC. Only candidates with direct product development experience in flavour or seasoning environments will be considered.

Requirements

• Diploma or Degree in Food Technology, Food Science, or a related discipline
• 2–5 years' hands-on experience in flavour or seasoning product development (non-negotiable)
• Proven ability to build and troubleshoot flavour profiles independently
• Background in a flavour house, seasoning manufacturer, or similar production environment
• Strong sensory and olfactory skills
• Solid working knowledge of food and flavour regulatory requirements
• Proficiency in Micr...