Requisition ID 63651
Position Type FT Permanent
Workplace Arrangement #LI-Onsite

About Kerry

Kerry is the world's leading taste and nutrition company for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries. Every day we partner with customers to create healthier, tastier and more sustainable products that are consumed by billions of people across the world. Our vision is to be our customers' most valued partner, creating a world of sustainable nutrition. A career with Kerry offers you an opportunity to shape the future of food while providing you opportunities to explore and grow in a truly global environment.

About the role

Reports to RD&A Manger (Bakery Europe)
Bakery Scientist Work Environment Primary Kerry Global Technology Innovation Centre; Secondary RDA Centers, Customer Sites

This person will be responsible for managing the technical & application activities related to customer account and actively engaging in proactive NPD presentations forprototype and supporting documents. You will also assist and support other team members and champion internal collaboration.

Key responsibilities

Product Development
- Support application activity for Pan Europe Bakery customers
- Prepare samples for various Bakery products – Bread, Biscuits, Cakes, etc.,
- Ensure ingredient functionality meets customer requirements in final products.
- Assist in troubleshooting application challenges in collaboration with customers.
- Participate in internal training sessions to stay updated on new technologies and unique selling points.
- Contribute to the rollout of new technologies in partnership with Sales and Marketing teams.
Documentation Develop and maintain detailed product specifications, standards, and project timelines, any competitive analysis & shelf life studies. Ensure all results are captured. Recorded and filed to ensure availability for future projects.

Qualifications and skills

Education Bachelor's degree in Baking Science & Technology or Bakery & Patisserie Technology or Food Science or a related field,
Experience Minimum of 1-3 years of experience in food product development, preferably in the bakery industry. Familiarity with food safety regulations and quality assurance practices.
Skills
- Bakery Application Experience
- Good knowledge on Bakery Ingredients & its application
- Demonstrate ability to use Bakery processing machinery like Mixer & Oven
- Experienced in the upscaling of laboratory experiments in customer’s premises.
- Effective Presentation & communication skills and teamwork
- Work well in an ambiguous setting; self-motivated; proactive
- Desire and willingness for continuous learning
Work Environment
- This position requires working in both laboratory and production environments.
- Occasional travel to production facilities, customers and industry conferences will be required.

Beware of scams online or from individuals claiming to represent us. A Kerry employee will not solicit candidates through a non-Kerry email address or phone number. In addition, Kerry does not currently utilise video chat rooms (e.g., Google Hangouts) to conduct interviews. Refuse any request that asks you to provide payment to participate in the hiring process (e.g., purchasing a “starter kit,” investing in training, or something similar). Kerry will not ask you to pay any money at any point in the hiring process with the exception of reimbursable travel expenses. In addition, any payments made by Kerry will be from official firm accounts bearing the Kerry name.

Recruiter #LI-RG2
Posting Type LI

RD&A Technologist - Bakery

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