About the Company
Our client is a well-established FMCG business operating within the chilled and packaged food category. The business has a strong focus on innovation, quality, and delivering commercially successful products across both branded and private label ranges.

Operating in a fast-paced and structured NPD environment, the organisation is currently investing in its product development capability and is seeking an experienced NPD Technologist to support a growing pipeline of new product initiatives.

About the Role
The NPD Technologist will play a key role in delivering end-to-end product development activities from concept through to commercialisation. This is a hands-on role within a small team, managing multiple concurrent projects across a variety of product categories.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading and supporting end-to-end NPD projects from concept to launch
• Developing new and improved recipes in line with project briefs and timelines
• Conducting bench work, prototyping, and product testing
• Assessing and trialling alternative raw materials and ingredients
• Supporting product scale-up and commercial production trials
• Contributing to process improvement and continuous development initiatives
• Supporting product costing, feasibility assessments, and technical evaluation
• Working closely with manufacturing teams during trials and production runs
• Providing input into formulation, ingredient functionality, and sensory outcomes
• Supporting documentation including batch cards, SOPs, and product specifications

This role is well suited to someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple projects, and contributing to the development of commercially viable food products.

Skills & Experience
To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Degree in Food Science, Food Technology, or related discipline
• 2+ years’ experience in FMCG or food manufacturing product development
• Strong experience in formulation, product development, or process development
• Exposure to multi-ingredient food products
• Strong understanding of sensory evaluation, flavour, and texture development
• Experience working within structured NPD or stage-gate environments
• Strong commercial awareness and ability to balance cost, quality, and innovation
• Strong communication skills with ability to work across technical and operational teams
• Creative, proactive, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
• Private label or co-manufacturing experience highly regarded

How to Apply 
If you’re passionate about food innovation and want to contribute to a business that values technical excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement, please apply below or contact Jack Tillig (jtillig@sharpandcarter.com.au).