Food Technologist

About the Role

We seek an experienced Senior Food Technologist with 5 to 8 years in Food Research & Development, specializing in premium and luxury food product innovation. The position is based in Bhiwandi, Mumbai, Maharashtra. The ideal professional will lead product development for ready-to-drink (RTD) beverages and gourmet pantry items, bringing deep expertise in food science and nutrition to craft innovative, compliant, and market-aligned products.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end development and launch of new food products in the RTD beverage and gourmet pantry sectors.
• Apply comprehensive knowledge of formulation science, food chemistry, microbiology, and sensory evaluation principles.
• Ensure all products conform to regulatory standards including FSSAI, FDA, and EFSA guidelines, facilitating safe formulations and accurate labeling.
• Innovate ingredient sourcing and create clean-label, functional foods aligned with wellness positioning.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with marketing teams, sourcing, and leadership to translate global food trends into scalable, high-quality offerings.
• Oversee product lifecycle management including data analysis and laboratory result interpretation to drive continuous product improvement.

Qualifications and Experience

• B.Tech or M.Tech degree in Food Technology, Food Science, or related disciplines.
• 5 to 8 years of professional experience within FMCG or premium food manufacturing sectors focusing on food R&D and product development.
• Proficiency in key areas including food chemistry, microbiology, nutritional science, functional food formulation, and sensory palate development.
• Demonstrated expertise in regulatory compliance and food safety standards.
• Strong innovation capability particularly for luxury food products and functional nutritional positioning.

Additional Information

This role offers an opportunity to be part of a product-driven organization focused on developing luxury food products. The salary can be up to 20 lakh per annum based in Mumbai.