Senior Product Developer at Synlait External Careers Site

Dunsandel, Canterbury, New Zealand -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

19 May, 26

Salary

135000.0

Posted On

18 Feb, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Product Development, Infant Nutrition Powders, Food Technology, Formulation, Processing Conditions, Stability Validation, Factory Trials, Scale-up Production, Quality Control, HACCP, Regulatory Compliance, Technical Documentation, ERP/BOM Management, Data Analysis, Mentoring, New Product Development

Industry

Food and Beverage Manufacturing

Description

About the role We have an opportunity for a Senior Product Developer to join our team. This is a pivotal technical role responsible for leading the development, implementation and optimisation of new infant and adult nutrition powder products and technologies. This role is ideal for an experienced food technologist or product developer with deep expertise in infant nutrition powders who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role is a full time permanent role working guaranteed minimum 40 hours per week, based in Dunsandel Christchurch. Key responsibilities of this role include.. Leading the technical development of new infant and adult nutrition powder products, including product specifications, formulations, processing conditions, analytical requirements and stability validation Conducting experiments, trials and research to evaluate ingredients, formulations and processing parameters under different manufacturing conditions Designing and executing factory trials and scale-up production runs, including validation prior to commercial transfer Testing for flavour, colour, taste, texture, nutritional content and stability to ensure compliance with customer and regulatory standards Developing and implementing quality control procedures and food safety standards aligned with HACCP and global regulatory frameworks Advising on preserving, processing, packaging, storing and distribution of infant nutrition powders Analysing data and research findings to develop practical, commercially viable applications Leading technical documentation, ERP/BOM management and ensuring integrity of product information Providing technical expertise and support to customers, manufacturing, quality, procurement and sales teams Ensuring compliance with relevant legal, regulatory and safety requirements, including Asian market regulations where applicable Mentoring team members and contributing to continuous improvement within Innovation and Technical Services The salary for this role will be sitting at $115,000 to $135,0000 Skills and Experience The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications, skills and attributes: Bachelor’s degree at level 7 or above in either relevant field of Chemistry, Science or Food Technology required Minimum five years’ experience in technical product development, including experience in infant nutrition powders within a food manufacturing environment Proven experience leading new product development (NPD) projects from concept to commercialisation Experience developing quality control procedures and safety standards Experience operating within Food Safety and HACCP systems Knowledge of China and other Asian market regulations is advantageous Strong knowledge of infant formula product specifications, formulations, processing conditions and product analysis Demonstrated ability to conduct laboratory experiments, pilot trials and scale-up manufacturing validation Strong analytical capability and ability to interpret technical data to inform decisions Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines About us – The Synlait Spirit Synlait is more than a global leader in milk nutrition – we're a purpose-led team that’s Doing Milk Differently For A Healthier World. Our Synlait Spirit guides everything we do, from how we show up each day to the impact we create together. You’ll be joining an authentic, down-to-earth team that lives the three values that underpin the Synlait Spirit. Be The Difference means we understand before we act – that means asking why, supporting each other to think differently, stay curious, and continuously look for smarter ways to deliver value. Whether it’s in the paddock, the plant or the boardroom, we’re driven by impact and inspired to make a meaningful difference every day. We Move as One by working together with respect, trust and a shared commitment to doing what’s right. We collaborate across teams to deliver innovative solutions and create opportunity for those around us. We feed the world’s most vulnerable, including newborn babies, so we have to be Right on the Mark. That means we take accountability seriously, act with courage and focus our energy on what matters most. We combine expert farming and state of the art processing to deliver high quality nutritional products to all over the world. At Synlait you’ll be challenged and supported to grow. We know everyone brings something unique to the table so we’re an inclusive workplace, where diverse perspectives fuel innovation and success. What we offer: Health insurance cover & partnered with top brands for great benefits and discounts Excellent parental leave with our Matua policy B CorpTM certified Social Club membership opportunities What's next? Apply now! Include your most recent CV and cover letter summarising your abilities and what you can bring to Synlait. We wish you the best of luck in your application. We encourage you to apply early as we will be reviewing applications regularly and may close the advertisement early. Together we will continue to create a workplace where everyone can thrive and contribute their best. Applicants outside of New Zealand will only be considered if you have the legal right to live and work in New Zealand.

Responsibilities

This pivotal technical role leads the development, implementation, and optimization of new infant and adult nutrition powder products and technologies, including setting specifications, formulations, and validation processes. Key duties involve conducting experiments, executing factory trials, ensuring compliance with quality and regulatory standards, and managing technical documentation.