Job Title: R&D Technologist

Direct/Indirect Reports:
Head of Sales & Marketing, COO and Site Manager
Qualifications & Experience
 Qualification in Food Tech/Biotech
 FMCG, Food Experience
 Food Safety, Legislation, Market Trends
Key Competencies
 Strong technical problem-solving and analytical
skills.
 Creative thinker with a practical approach to
innovation.
 Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
 Attention to detail and commitment to product
quality and safety.
 Ability to manage multiple development projects
simultaneously

 Timely delivery of new and reformulated
products to market. Reduction in formulation
cost and process non-conformances.
Compliance with food safety, regulatory, and
quality standards. Successful completion of
R&D trials and product validations.
 Provide exemplary character for R&D, Food
Safety and Quality
 Facilitate inter-departmental relationships for
overall growth
 Communication skills on all levels
 Good Judgement, drive and Influence

Company – ASO / APP Site: Mobeni
R&D Technologist

Product Development & Innovation
Lead product innovation projects from concept design
through to factory implementation in line with company
strategy and customer requirements. Reformulate existing
products to improve quality, cost efficiency, or nutritional
value. Conduct Lab-scale and factory trials to validate
formulations and processes. Support product enhancements
related to sensory, stability, and shelf-life improvement.
Engage New raw material & Packaging Suppliers.
Technical Support & Process Optimization
Work collaboratively with production and quality teams to
troubleshoot process or formulation challenges. Translate lab-
scale formulations to full-scale manufacturing efficiently.
Develop and maintain product specifications, formulations,
and SOPs. Participate in continuous improvement projects
focused on process efficiency and sustainability. Customer
visits, Sensory Evaluations. Matching customer specs
Documentation & Compliance
Ensure all R&D activities comply with food safety, quality, and
regulatory standards (e.g., FSSC 22000, HACCP, Codex).
Maintain accurate and up-to-date technical documentation,
including trial reports, formulations, and change control
records. Liaise with suppliers and regulatory bodies to source
and approve raw materials and ingredients.
Research & Market Insight: Conduct ingredient functionality
studies, competitor benchmarking, and trend analysis.
Identify innovative technologies and ingredients to enhance
the product portfolio. Provide technical input for customer
presentations and project briefs.

Job Summary: The R&D Technologist will be responsible
for developing and improving food products (related to fats
and Oils) and processes within the manufacturing
environment. The incumbent will work closely with sales,
marketing, production, quality, and procurement teams to
drive innovation, optimize formulations, and ensure
compliance with food safety and regulatory standards.
Experience in food manufacturing is essential, while
knowledge of fats and oils will be a strong advantage.

Timely delivery of new and reformulated
products to market. Reduction in formulation
cost and process non-conformances.
Compliance with food safety, regulatory, and
quality standards. Successful completion of
R&D trials and product validations.