JOB DESCRIPTION
Mainly responsible for product and process development works for children nutritional. Make use of internal and external technical resources,conduct experiments and testing,perform technical assessment, implement product development from product concept,formulation design,lab prototype,pilot and plant trial to launch product to the market. Review & prepare technical documents necessary for each phase of product development from initiation stage,process validation to post launch. Conduct process development activities acting as a second resource person to fill in requirement for Process Engineering FTE. Responsible for budget preparation and expense monitoring for R&D operation in China EXPECTED AREAS OF COMPETENCE Translate product concepts to technically feasible and consumer-relevant products using information from various products testing during all phases of product development. Applies knowledge of ingredient functionality,interactions and other fundamental food science principles for optimum product design. Applies knowledge of manufacturing scale-up and the relationship of various operations to overall product functionality. Applies fundamentals of analysis,design and resolution of product development problems. Effectively communicates technical topics to various audiences to influence decisions. Effectively utilizes networking relationships with internal R&D staff and suppliers to acquire other technical knowledge and expertise. Utilizes all pertinent regulatory guidelines in all aspects of product formulation to ensure legal compliance and product safety. Applies knowledge of nutritional and medical science and understands implications to product design. Participates effectively in a technical role in cross-functional teams. Recognizes the importance of adherence to GMP,FDA and local regulatory requirements. Recognizes the importance of employee safety in the workplace including compliance with legal,corporate safety,and environmental guidelines. QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION B.S. in Food Technology/Food Science,Food Nutrition,Chemical Engineering or any other Food Science related course. Masters Degree in Food Science,Nutrition or related field but if none,extensive technical work experience in the Dairy Industry is acceptable as substitute Doctorate degree preferred but not a must WORK EXPERIENCE At least 5 years experience in food/pharmaceutical/beverage manufacturing industry in R&D,QA or production functions with at least 2 years of those spent working in all aspects of product development. Experience working in the processing area or being involved in project driven by process or technology is a must. Experience in technical assessment of processing equipment is an advantage. Experience working in the Dairy Industry is an advantage. Experience in handling multiple projects at one time. OTHERS/SKILLS DESIRED Basic nutrition exposure and understanding;knowledge in dairy functionality and operations Good command and high comprehension skills for English language, both written and verbal Knowledge in use of MS office tools Can work with people and in teams in different levels and functions of the organization across different cultures High work interest in PD and Processing Development functions with good sense of self motivation and responsibility and can work independently with limited supervision Attention to accuracy and detail with good analytical,organizational skills and follow through. If you are interested in this job, please be free to contact us by teachcn@yahoo.com.cn |