Application Technologist

At dsm-firmenich people are at the heart of the company. We are committed to equal employment opportunities and value diversity in the workplace.

The Application Technologist will be focusing on Savory category and will be reporting to the Application Manager.

Key Responsibilities:
•    Develops innovative products and quality applications to answer client’s brief and internal projects
•    Identify and use suitable product portfolio and technologies optimally for business opportunities
•    Evaluate & review the flavour collection profile to suit local requirements
•    Carry out administrative duties in completing formulation and project management requirement.
•    Prepares flavour evaluation and sensory testing
•    Collaborate with Regulatory/Flavourists to arrive at suitable submissions for respective projects.
•    Participates in client presentations and visits and provide technical support
•    Keeps updated in food ingredients and technologies
•    Maintains and order flavour sample, flavour collection, raw materials and packaging materials through internal operating system
•    Maintains application food laboratory practices- GMP, Health & Safety, Quality Management
•    Maintains and operates laboratory tools and equipment
•    Raise purchase orders and complete GR in the system for any laboratory purchases.

We bring
•    A rich history and a promising future of bold scientific innovation and passionate creation with our customers; 
•    A space to grow by encouraging and supporting curiosity and an open mindset;
•    A culture that prioritizes safety and well-being, both physically and mentally;
•    The opportunity to work for a company where sustainability is much more than a claim and is core to our strategy and purpose;
•    A flexible work environment that empowers people to take accountability for their work and own the outcome;
•    Barrier-free communities within our organization where every employee is equally valued and respected – regardless of their background, beliefs, or identity;
•    A firm belief that working together with our customers is the key to achieving great things;
•    An eagerness to be one team and learn from each other to bring progress to life and create a better future;

You bring:
•    Diploma in Food Science and/or Technology or equivalent
•    Minimum of 2 years professional experience in savory product development/application (ideally with a protein focus – processed meat or meat analogues)
•    Technical / professional knowledge & skills
•    Numerical skills
•    Computer skills
•    Planning & organizing
•    Building strategic working relationships
•    Decision making
•    Good Work Ethics
•    Skilled at working in a fast paced environment open to constant change in demands
•    Self-directed individual with a Can-Do attitude and the ability to work within a team
•    Professional written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills