Job Description

The purpose of the roleExecutes R&D initiatives for the Product Category Team, with a primary focus on breakthrough and proactive innovation. Responsible for innovation project management. Enables product leadership in the product category to align with the overall business strategy and long-range plan. Provides technical expertise for the product category. Provides guidance and support to internal (regional) teams in relevant technical aspects for the product category.
Responsibilitiesxe2x80xa2 Hands on Scientist with a passion to drive technical excellence, conduct innovative research, and independently plan, design, and execute experiments to develop disruptive solutions in alignment with innovation plan.xe2x80xa2 Responsible for the management, coordination and prioritization of the tasks, activities and duties of existing or future R&D Technicians or Technologists reporting into this role.xe2x80xa2 As part of the Innovation Process Management, understands and considers complex customer requirements across different regions (ingredients availability, product design, and legislative restrictions) as well as their operational processes and their technical requirements.xe2x80xa2 Leads the exploration, evaluation and implementation of new and novel ingredients and processing techniques at bench or commercial scale as needed. xe2x80xa2 Competent user of the Innovation Process Management system (IPM). xe2x80xa2 Participates in global related technical taskforces in conjunction with Global R&D, Marketing, Culinary and Business Development. xe2x80xa2 Maintains GLP's, GMP's, and all required laboratory records, using electronic systems and written protocols, to ensure data integrity and compliance. xe2x80xa2 Ensures the security and confidentiality of all information regarding Griffith Innovation or Client product formulas and related data.
Requirements

• Minimum Educationo BSc in Food Science, Food Technology, Food Chemistry, Chemistry or related science
• Preferred Education:o MSc in Food or related Science
• Minimum Experienceo 10 years.
• Preferred Experience:o >12 years.

Griffith Foods