Job Description

An exciting opportunity is available for a Food Technologist to join a well-established food manufacturing business based in Melbourne's western suburbs. This contract position offers the chance to work within a collaborative product development team, supporting innovation and continuous improvement projects across a diverse product portfolio.

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The Role

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As a Food Technologist, you will play a key role in supporting product development activities, conducting trials, maintaining technical documentation, and working closely with production and quality teams to bring products from concept through to commercialisation.

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The successful candidate will be available to work full time initially, with flexibility to transition to reduced hours later in the year as required.

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Key Responsibilities

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- Assist with new product development and product improvement projects
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- Conduct factory and laboratory trials
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- Support product formulation and recipe development
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- Analyse trial results and prepare technical reports
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- Maintain accurate product specifications and documentation
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- Collaborate with Quality, Production, and cross-functional teams
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- Ensure products meet food safety, quality, and regulatory requirements
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About You

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- Degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Nutrition, or a related discipline
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- Previous experience within a food manufacturing environment preferred
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- Exposure to product development activities, whether through industry employment, internships, or university projects
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- Strong technical understanding of food science principles
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- Excellent communication and organisational skills
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- Ability to work effectively in a team and manage multiple priorities
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- Available to commence immediately
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📌 Food Technologist (Victoria)
🏢 Evolve Scientific
📍 Victoria