Job Description
R&D Technologist
Develop and improve food products and processes within a manufacturing environment focused on fats and oils.
Durban, FMCG Food Manufacturing, Up to R20 000 per month
About Our Client
The company is an FMCG manufacturer involved in the production of fats and oils. It operates within a manufacturing environment that integrates sales, marketing, production, quality, and procurement teams to drive product innovation.
The Role: R&D Technologist
The R&D Technologist exists to lead product innovation from concept design through to factory implementation while optimizing existing formulations for quality and cost efficiency. This role contributes to the business by ensuring all products meet food safety and regulatory standards while supporting sensory, stability, and shelf-life improvements. The main focus areas include conducting trials, managing technical documentation, and translating lab-scale formulations into full-scale manufactur...