Job Description
The ideal candidate would be responsible for:
- Be part of the Astral Poultry Division Technical Team in providing technical assistance to all Business Units.
- Core responsibilities include evaluating and maintaining product composition, product labeling, and specification compliance (KPI monitoring).
- Driving NPD projects in accordance with protocol.
- Conducting factory trials and feasibility studies.
- Liaising with relevant suppliers, customers, and government bodies when needed.
- Drafting specifications.
- Conducting sensory evaluations.
- Final product approval.
- Conducting factory trials aimed at improved product and process profitability.
- Interpreting customer needs and conducting product testing at their premises.
The successful candidate must meet the following requirements:
- Matric Qualification.
- BSc Food Science or B. Tech in Food Technology Degree.
- Strong background in food labeling legislation.
- 3 to 5 years’ experience in the meat industry; food service background beneficial.
- Must have excellent problem-solving skills.
- Pay very close attention to detail, be a self-starter, and have the ability to work independently and juggle multiple tasks.
- Ability to meet deadlines and use initiative.
- Maintain 20 keys.
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