Group R&D Hard Boiled Candy & Lollipop Technologist Bardi

Group R&D Hard Boiled Candy & Lollipop Technologist
Bardi
Emilia Romagna, Bardi

Main purpose of the role We are looking for a new colleague to join our GRDQ Hard Boiled Candy & Lollipop team who will be responsible for identifying and driving NPD projects and Technology Platforms reporting to the Sr. Development Technologist with the aim to support future product and process innovations for the company.

Assist in the scale-up and start-up of new production processes to increase the global PvM product portfolio.

The role will be based initially in Canserra (Spain), with the opportunity to move to Lainate (Italy) after a period of time.

What you will do Participate in new product (and process) development, in compliance with Group & Local strategies during the whole Stage & Gate process from lab till post launch; Perform research on basic raw materials (existing/new) to improve current quality and organoleptic characteristics of the existing product portfolio; Understand the characteristics and influence/interaction of the ingredients used in the specific candies to ensure stable product quality and efficiency of the production process; Contribute in performing Competitor research following trends, CIT, Patents to define new projects with the aim to keep the PvM product portfolio future ready; Contribute to defining technological solutions aimed to sustain the breakthrough innovation pipeline in accordance with the company's long-term strategy; Transfer the Process information, Recipes, Product specifications, to the local country with the PvM tools; Travel abroad for support/tests/start-up if needed.

Our Perfect Candidate Degree in Food Technology, Chemical Technology, Food Engineering or other scientific education; 2-3 years of experience as a Food Technologist; Know-how in the confectionary area; Know-how of raw materials and their functions; Good project management skills (Plan & Time); Good communication skills; Ability to work independently, take initiative, and complete tasks to deadlines; Ability to work on multiple projects, prioritize, and monitor progress; Ability to work with different cultures.

Here in Perfetti Van Melle, there is a culture of respect and valorization of diversity.

Therefore, applications, recruiting processes, and development paths in the company are opportunities open to all people without any type of discrimination.

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