Process & NPD Technologist

Process & NPD Technologist

Atlantis, Western Cape Full-Time, Permanent | Competitive Salary | Immediate Start Preferred

About Our Client

Our client is a dynamic processing company located in Atlantis Industrial, Western Cape. With a global reach, they import and export frozen foods to and from various countries, delivering high-quality products while maintaining the highest standards of food safety and innovation. The company values integrity, problem-solving, and continuous improvement, offering a fast-paced and rewarding environment for growth.

The Role : Process & NPD Technologist

This position is pivotal in bridging the gap between product development and manufacturing. The successful candidate will ensure efficient processes, high standards of food safety and quality, and the technical execution of new product ideas from kitchen trials to commercial production.

Key Responsibilities

Assist with kitchen and factory trials for New Product Development (NPD)

Provide technical input during development and scale-up phases

Verify raw material compliance and sustainability

Conduct nutritional analysis, shelf-life, and transport tests

Recommend packaging solutions aligned with product needs

Prepare detailed reports and documentation for product activities

Participate in continuous improvement initiatives

Conduct sensory testing and interpret client feedback

Support specification development and packaging checks

About You

3 - 5 years of NPD experience in the food industry or a production environment

Tertiary qualification in Food Science, Technology, Microbiology, or Consumer Science

Strong knowledge of food safety practices and packaging applications

Proficient in MS Office 365 (Outlook, Teams, Excel, Word)

Excellent communication, time management, and problem-solving skills

Comfortable working under pressure and adapting to changes quickly

Own reliable transport and flexibility for varied work hours