Job Description

Product Development Technologist
Shape the flavours of tomorrow with an innovative flavour house.
Midrand | Market-related package | 8am to 5pm
About Our Client
The company partners with clients across the food industry to design flavour solutions that respond to evolving consumer preferences and market trends. With technical expertise, a creative approach, and a commitment to customer service, it transforms innovative ideas into successful, scalable products.
The Role: Product Development Technologist
As a Product Development Technologist, you will play a key role in the creation, modification, and application of food flavourings and seasonings. Working closely with the technical team, you'll develop new concepts, enhance existing formulations, and ensure customer briefs are met with precision and creativity. This is a hands-on development role where sensory skills and technical accuracy are equally important.
Key Responsibilities
2 to 5 years of product development experience in flavours and seasonings
Formulate new flavours aligned with customer requirements and market trends
Modify and enhance existing flavour formulations for improved performance
Develop application recipes tailored to client products
Compound and prepare flavour samples for testing and client presentations
Conduct sensory panels to evaluate flavour performance and quality
Source and assess new raw materials and ingredients
Compile product specifications, technical documentation, and process methods
About You
Diploma or Degree in Food Technology or Food Science
2 to 5 years of experience in product development within flavours/seasonings
Strong sensory and olfactory abilities with attention to detail
Knowledge of flavour development processes and regulatory requirements
Proficiency in MS Office (Excel and Word)
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Proven ability to deliver on customer briefs with accuracy and creativity
Deadline-driven, proactive, and highly organised

Skills Required