Descrição
Goodman Fielder is a leading global food company committed to making everyday food better for everyone. We own a host of iconic brands that generations of people have grown up with and put in their supermarket trolleys every week including Vogels, Meadow Fresh, Molenberg, Puhoi Valley, Fortune and Edmonds to name a few. We also supply key ingredients to our customers in food services such as fats/oils, sugar, rice and flour.
We are passionate about our iconic brands and products and strive to be the best place to work in New Zealand. We are looking for talented and passionate individuals to join our business and be part of our success.
Our Opportunity
Our Research & Development (R&D) function is at the heart of ensuring we continue to deliver superior quality and nutritious everyday foods to our customers.
Due to an internal promotion, we are searching for a Product Development Technician to join us. You will become an integral member of the R&D team and will support the team in developing, documenting, and implementing product solutions.
As our Product Development Technician your role will be to:
- Support the Product Development Technologists in new product development work through the management of the culinary centre/ laboratory inventory and equipment maintenance.
- Support the Product Development Technologists in product improvement and cost-saving projects to specified outcomes
- Conduct robust bench and factory trials, and ensure quality standards are achieved
- Initiate sensory testing and evaluate against sensory targets
About You
To make this role a success, we are looking for an individual who has the ambition and desire to start a career with a company delivering to New Zealand some of its most recognisable and well-liked food brands.
Some of the skillsets and experiences we are looking for, include:
- Qualification in Food Technology or Sciences
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- An ability to lead and manage projects and manage key deadlines
- Knowledge and/or experience in the operation of dairy processing/analytical equipment (UHT, homogeniser) will be preferred
- Working rights and a NZ driver's licence
What we offer
You will be joining a driven team of professionals who love food, have fun and genuinely enjoy working together, resulting in a highly collaborative environment. In return for your passion and success, we will reward you with a competitive remuneration package and help you to achieve personal and professional growth and development.
At Goodman Fielder, we aim to be a destination employer in the food industry where we don't just offer jobs - we offer long-term careers.