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Senior Food Technologist

Miller Leith
Castlemaine, VIC
A$120,000-$150,000 p/a + Super
Science & Technology → Food Technology & Safety
Full-time
On-site

Posted 14 days ago


The Company
Our client is a leading food manufacturing business with a strong reputation for quality and innovation, this organisation is committed to delivering premium products. With a focus on continuous improvement, the business prides itself on combining technical expertise with a passion for great food.

Benefits

  • $120,000 - $150,000 + Super
  • Career development and progression opportunities
  • Hands-on role with exposure to cutting-edge facilities

The Role
As a Senior Food Technologist, you will take ownership of new product development initiatives, driving projects from concept through to launch. This role is highly practical and requires a solutions-focused professional who can balance creativity with technical precision.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Leading the development of new and improved food products
  • Conducting bench work, recipe formulation, and pilot plant trials using advanced facilities
  • Managing customer presentations and sensory evaluations to showcase innovation
  • Ensuring compliance with QA, HACCP, and food safety standards while optimising processes
  • Collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver commercially viable solutions

Skills & Experience

  • Tertiary qualifications in Food Science, Food Technology, or a related discipline
  • Proven experience as a Food Technologist within a manufacturing environment
  • Strong understanding of food safety regulations, QA systems, and HACCP principles
  • Excellent project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
  • Hands-on, practical approach with strong problem-solving and communication skills

For More Information For a confidential discussion about this role or your next career move, please contact Khalid Belhaj at [email protected] or on 0411 840 525.

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About Miller Leith

Maroochydore, QLD, Australia

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