R&D Specialist (Flavorist) at Ascentech Services Limited

• Physico-chemical analysis (chromatography, spectrometry, etc.) is necessary to ensure the quality of the products produced.
• Carry out the necessary tests to evaluate the causes of customer claims or complaints.
• Provide conclusions to claims based on the results obtained.
• Project management and control
• Development of new product lines
• Technical advice to Commercials and clients
• Customer visit, if applicable
• Aroma (flavours) creation
• Conduct product application for R&D developments
• Management and monitoring of the Samples Department
• Training of subordinates
• Coordinate the maintenance and calibration of analytical equipment and tools to ensure accuracy of test and quality results.
• Investigate and record customer complaints regarding product designs, product performance, specifications, and reliability to facilitate timely resolution,
• Assist with the review of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and support in preparing analytical specifications using appropriate methods.
• Lead research and development programs for product improvement and new product development
• Participate in method development, method validation test protocols and analytical method to establish quality specifications and requirements for benchmarking results.
• Carryout R&D activities in compliance with Good Manufacturing Practice, Health, and Safety Environment (HSE) Policies and Company Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Lead and effectively manage the performance of subordinates/team members towards the achievement of unit, functional and organizational objectives.
• Any other duties as may be assigned by the QHSE Manager.

Requirement

• A bachelor’s degree in food science, Chemistry, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years in a similar position.
• Knowledge of quality control methods
• Experience in flavour and fragrance (perfume industry), beverage industry, and FMCG.
• Understand the company’s quality and food safety policies.