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R&D Food Technologist
Employment Permanent
Date display: 10/09/2024
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Salary :
Activity area : Consumer goods, Industrial and manufacturing, Chemical
Post category : Logistics and procurement, Production and engineering, Scientific and technical positions
Province : Quebec
Region : Montreal
Recruiter : Marie-Eve Cossette
Contact us : mecossette@st-amour.com
Job description :
Our client, a private company specializing in the processing, distribution, and marketing of frozen foods inspired by Asian cuisine, is seeking a Packaging Specialist (Food) to join their team in Montreal.
Responsibilities:
- Manage improvement projects for current products and cost reduction initiatives within established timelines and parameters.
- Plan and organize production tests for new products in coordination with various departments.
- Assist in the development of new recipes and support the product development team.
- Facilitate the transfer of new products into production and ensure a thorough follow-up.
- Prepare documentation for production tests, initial productions, and sample shipments.
- Participate in the implementation of new equipment and continuous improvement projects.
- Collaborate closely with internal teams in R&D, sales, operations, and quality to ensure project progress.
- Organize regular tastings of competitive products and prepare analysis reports.
- Participate in special projects or other related tasks as needed.
Benefits:
- Full-time position (40 hours per week).
- Competitive salary.
- Group insurance plan, with 50% employer contribution.
- Collective retirement plan with employer contribution.
- Electric vehicle charging stations.
- Close proximity to public transportation.
- Free parking.
Skills and qualifications :
- Bachelor’s degree in Food Science and Technology (FST) or Food Engineering, or equivalent experience.
- 5 to 8 years of experience in food industry R&D.
- Proficiency in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Bilingualism (French and English) required, both written and spoken.
- Strong interest in Asian food products.
- Culinary training (an asset).