The Hellenic Company JOTIS S.A. is one of the most historic food industries in the country with a path characterized by important innovations-milestones in products that created new categories. JOTIS S.A. has associated its name with the high quality of products it produces, always having as its main concern that its products meet the needs of the entire family in the modern era. The company is currently seeking a
R&D TECHNOLOGIST with the following responsibilities:
- Plan, organize and perform the necessary trials and experiments (bench-top, pilot plant, and factory scale) as required to deliver the process and product development projects and are delivered in a timely manner
- Provide product/process expertise and assistance within the R&D department and across the business (e.g., with Marketing, Production Procurement, Sales) as required on a wide variety of projects
- Understanding the needs of the markets and operations, generating new innovative product and process ideas
- Function as a project team leader as assigned. Required activities include, but are not limited to:
- Providing effective project leadership for the projects assigned
- Fulfilling all requirements of the Product Development Process and regarding deliverables for each phase
- Complete all required documentation (whether paper or electronic) and project reporting in a timely manner
- Adherence to Company policy on protection of patent rights and intellectual property
- Participate and contribute as a member of a cross-functional team. Actively drive product and process conceptualization, development and scale-up. Interface on a project implementation team by assisting with hand-off from development to start-up and providing operational training as required
- Provide "technical" training as required to operating company personnel
- Effectively communicate results through oral presentations and timely, written technical documentation and reports
- Conduct all activity in compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) and all required Company policies and procedures
- Travel as necessary
- Practice safety in the work area. Engage in and execute the safety practices of the organization
- Additional duties as assigned
Requirements
B.S. in Food Science/ Chemistry, MSc Food Science/ Nutrition preferred
A minimum of 3 years' R&D experience, preferably in food
Must be able to manage multiple projects/priorities
Excellent product development skills including strong ingredient knowledge and a solid understanding of nutrition and unit processes
Good consumer understanding and stays abreast of consumer and competitor trends, experience with customer tests
Manufacturing quality, process and lean manufacturing principle
Benefits
- Excellent working environment
- Competitive total remuneration
- Professional development and opportunities
- On-the-job and external training according to needs
