The Belgian Waffle Co Mumbai, Maharashtra, I
About the job
Job Responsibilities:
The ideal candidate should be food technologists, Chefs who have grown and had experience in sales, marketing and/or project management roles.
1. Product Development and Formulation:
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including R&D, marketing, and production, to develop new food products or improve existing ones.
• Create and modify product formulations to meet taste, texture, nutritional, and cost requirements.
• Conduct research on ingredient functionality, sensory attributes, and market trends to inform product development.
2. Supplier and Contract Manufacturer Management:
• Identify and evaluate potential contract manufacturers and suppliers to ensure they meet the brand’s quality and safety standards.
• Establish strong working relationships with contract manufacturers, providing technical guidance and support throughout the production process.
• Conduct audits and assessments of contract manufacturers to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and brand requirements.
3. Quality Assurance:
• Develop and implement quality control procedures to monitor the entire production process, from raw materials to finished products.
• Perform regular inspections and testing of products, ingredients, and packaging materials to ensure they meet specifications.
• Address any quality issues or deviations, investigating root causes and implementing corrective and preventive actions.
4. Regulatory Compliance:
• Stay up-to-date with food safety regulations, labelling requirements, and industry standards to ensure all products are compliant.
• Assist in the preparation of regulatory documentation, such as ingredient lists, nutritional labelling, and allergen declarations. Prepare costing sheet, BOM, Technical Specification, HACCP process flow.
5. Process Improvement:
• Continuously evaluate manufacturing processes and identify opportunities for optimization, cost savings, and efficiency improvements.
• Collaborate with manufacturing partners to implement process changes and enhancements that align with the brand’s goals.
6. Training and Knowledge Transfer:
• Train contract manufacturer personnel on product specifications, quality standards, and best practices to ensure consistent production.
• Stay informed about the latest advancements in food science, technology, and manufacturing practices and share knowledge within the team.
7. Problem Solving:
• Act as a technical resource for troubleshooting production issues, conducting root cause analysis, and implementing solutions to maintain product quality and consistency.
8. Documentation and Reporting:
• Maintain accurate and organized records of product development, production processes, quality control tests, and regulatory documentation.
• Prepare regular reports on key performance indicators, quality metrics, and project status updates.
Requirements/Skills:
• Strong understanding of food chemistry, microbiology, and sensory analysis.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations (FSSAI etc.) and labelling requirements.
• Experience in food product development, contract manufacturing, or quality control within the food industry.
• Excellent communication skills to work collaboratively with internal teams and external partners.
• Detail-oriented mindset with a focus on quality and continuous improvement.
• Problem-solving skills to address production issues and implement effective solutions.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
• Understanding of category development & growth for FMCG/ F&B
• Experience in conceptualization to commercialization of products in FMCG/ F&B space
Work Experience: 5 6-12 years of B2B, FMCG (in bakery and dessert) product development , Food manufacturing experience preferred
Qualification: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Food Science, Food Engineering, or a related field
Location: Mumbai (Lower Parel)
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