We are looking for a Food Scientist to lead and support the development of food products from concept to commercial production. The candidate will be responsible for developing and improving formulations, conducting product trials, evaluating raw materials, ensuring product quality and stability, and coordinating with third-party manufacturers, laboratories, and suppliers.

1. Product Development & Formulation

- Develop current food products based on market requirements and consumer preferences.
- Prepare and optimize recipes/formulations for products such as:
- Protein Cookies & Protein Bars
- Chips
- Wafers
- Health and nutrition products, as applicable.
- Conduct laboratory and pilot-scale trials.
- Improve taste, texture, appearance, aroma and overall product quality.
- Develop cost-effective formulations while maintaining quality.

2. Raw Material Evaluation

- Identify and evaluate suitable raw materials and ingredients.
- Coordinate with suppliers for ingredient specifications, samples and technical documentation.
- Evaluate alternatives for cost reduction or improved product performance.
- Check compatibility and functionality of ingredients.

3. Third-Party Manufacturing Coordination

- Work closely with third-party/contract manufacturers during product trials.
- Convert laboratory formulations into commercial-scale production.
- Prepare and communicate product specifications and manufacturing requirements.
- Monitor trial batches and identify production-related issues.
- Coordinate corrective actions when the final product does not meet specifications.

4. Product Testing & Quality

- Establish product specifications for raw materials and finished products.
- Coordinate physical, chemical and microbiological testing through appropriate laboratories.
- Evaluate parameters such as:
- Moisture




- Texture
- pH, where applicable
- Microbiological quality
- Appearance
- Taste and aroma
- Nutritional parameters
- Investigate product quality complaints and recommend corrective actions.

5. Shelf-Life & Stability Studies

- Design and monitor shelf-life studies.
- Evaluate changes in taste, texture, colour, moisture, rancidity and microbiological quality during storage.
- Recommend suitable packaging and storage conditions.
- Prepare shelf-life documentation and reports.

6. Food Safety & Regulatory Compliance

- Ensure products are developed in accordance with applicable Indian food regulations.
- Coordinate with regulatory/quality teams regarding FSSAI requirements, product standards and labelling.
- Review ingredient specifications and documentation.
- Assist in preparation/review of:
- Product specifications
- Ingredient specifications
- Nutritional information
- Allergen declarations
- Product labels
- COAs and testing reports.

7. Packaging Development

- Work with packaging suppliers and manufacturers to identify suitable packaging materials.
- Evaluate packaging for product protection and shelf life.
- Participate in packaging trials and compatibility studies.

8. Costing & Commercialization

- Work with procurement and finance teams to estimate product cost.
- Identify opportunities for formulation optimization and cost reduction.
- Support the transition of products from R&D; trials to commercial production.

9. Documentation

Maintain proper records of

- Formulations and recipes
- Trial reports
- Product specifications
- Raw-material specifications
- Laboratory reports
- Shelf-life studies
- Manufacturing trials
- Product development history
- Quality issues and corrective actions.

Pay: ₹25,000.00 - ₹35,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person

📌 Looking for Food Scientist & Food Technologist (Mumbai City)
🏢 Noori group of companies
📍 Mumbai City