ROLE OVERVIEWThe Site R&D Technologist is a key part of the Industrialisation & Value Creation Team within our R&D function. The core purpose of this role is to scale new products to full manufacturing and improve profitability through reformulation and process optimization.KEY RESPONSIBILITIESThe Site R&D Technologist will be broadly responsible forTroubleshooting product and process deviationsReformulation substitutions maintain qualityCost improvement projects with procurement and operationsThe day-to-day role will include the following but will extend to all activity needed to fulfil the key responsibilities above.Plan, conduct and document product and process trials, including full measurement, SOP adherence, analysis of results, and clear next-step recommendations.Reformulate, implement and optimize recipes to meet nutrition, palatability, and manufacturing requirements in collaboration with product development and innovation teamsProvide technical support for customer requests, presentations, and queries related to formulations on siteCoordinate with cross-functional teams (operations, procurement, engineering and site quality) to ensure manufacturability compliance, and timely project deliveryManage site activities and maintenance of the site product portfolioPERSONAL COMPETENCIES AND QUALIFICATIONSFood science/Nutritionist/ Food Engineer qualification or equivalent.Excellent communication skills - both oral and written - and the ability to work with cross functional teams and departments.Good organizational skills and excellent attention to detail.Problem solving and decision-making skills.Ability to work to tight deadlines in a rapidly changing environment.A logical and investigative mind.Food science and nutritional awareness both from a legislative, regulatory and best practice perspective i.e. food safety, hygiene, nutritional requirements.