Product Development Technologist

Join Our Team as a Product Development Technologist at TipTop Bakeries!

Are you ready to be part of one of Australia’s most beloved brands? We have an exciting opportunity for a Product Development Technologist to join our dynamic Product Development Team on a 12 month contract.

Why You'll Love Working with Us:

• Highly Engaged and Supportive Team: Be part of a team that values collaboration and support.
• Hybrid Working Model: Enjoy the flexibility of working both remotely and on-site.
• Onsite Parking and Free Products: Convenient parking and delicious bakery products to take home.
• Employee Recognition Program – reward platform wellbeing resources and discount and cashback opportunities at hundreds of major retailers across Australia.
• Employee Assistance Program – health and wellbeing program to help you be your best

Your Role:

As a Product Development Technologist, you will be at the heart of our innovation efforts, working closely with the Product Development Team. Your responsibilities will include:

• Material Evaluation: Assess new raw materials and manage all related documentation.
• Recipe Development: Design and test recipes, including sensory and shelf-life evaluations.
• Driving Innovation: Implement new ingredients, recipes and processes to meet evolving consumer needs.
• Product Renovation: Optimise existing products to keep them competitive and relevant.
• Building Relationships: Foster strong internal and external relationships to drive innovation.

About You:

• Relevant Qualifications: Formal baking/technology and/or Food Science tertiary qualification.
• Experience: 2+ years in commercial food manufacturing, preferably in bakery and FMCG.
• Technical Knowledge: Good understanding of ingredients and bakery processes.
• Willingness to Travel: Ready to travel interstate for bakery trials.
• Regulatory Knowledge: Good working knowledge of FSANZ.
• Soft Skills: High emotional intelligence, self-awareness, and proactive communication.
• Multitasking Ability: Capable of managing multiple projects under pressure.
• Autonomy and Influence: Ability to work independently, influence stakeholders, and meet deadlines consistently.

Start The Conversation:

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Our Recruitment Process typically consists of a brief, prearranged telephone or video call, followed by 1-2 interviews in-person or over Zoom/Teams. We're happy to adjust our recruitment process to support your accessibility needs. Let us know your needs in providing a positive, barrier-free recruitment process via phone on (02) 9168 4200 or email to ttpeopleservices@gwf.com.au . Please do not call to enquire about this position as the phone number is for requesting accessibility needs only.

During the recruitment process you may be required to complete pre-employment screening which include a medical (includes drug & alcohol testing) and a criminal record check.