Job Title: Food Technologist / NPD Executive
Company: Sadguru Foods Processing Pvt Ltd
Location: Hyderabad
Experience: 2+ Years
Industry: Food Processing / FMCG

Qualification: B Tech / MTech /M.Sc. in food technology / Food Science / Any relevant field

Overview

A Food Technologist is responsible for developing, improving, and ensuring the quality, safety, and sustainability of food products. The role involves applying food science principles to create new products, enhance existing ones, and ensure compliance with regulatory and safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

1. Product Development

- Develop new food products from concept to commercialization.
- Improve taste, texture, shelf life, and nutritional value of existing products.
- Conduct trials, sample preparation, and prototype development.
- Work with cross-functional teams (production, marketing, procurement) during launch.

2. Quality Assurance & Food Safety

- Ensure all products comply with food safety standards (FSSAI, HACCP, ISO 22000, GMP).
- Develop and implement Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
- Monitor CCPs (Critical Control Points) and maintain documentation.
- Conduct internal audits and support external audits.

3. Research & Analysis

- Study raw materials, ingredients, and processing methods.
- Analyze sensory attributes—taste, color, odor, texture.




- Perform shelf-life studies and product stability testing.
- Evaluate recent ingredients and suppliers based on quality and safety.

4. Process Optimization

- Improve production efficiency while maintaining product quality.
- Optimize formulations and processing conditions to reduce costs.
- Troubleshoot manufacturing issues and provide technical support on the shop floor.

5. Regulatory Compliance

- Prepare and review food labels according to FSSAI guidelines.
- Maintain accurate product specifications and documentation.
- Ensure all formulations meet legal and nutritional requirements.

6. Documentation & Reporting

- Maintain R&D; records, batch trials, and testing reports.
- Create technical manuals, process flow charts, and SOPs.
- Provide data-supported recommendations based on research.

Skills & Competencies

- Strong knowledge of food chemistry, microbiology, and processing.
- Experience with HACCP, GMP, and food safety management systems.
- Sensory evaluation and analytical testing skills.
- Problem-solving and innovation mindset.
- Good communication and cross-functional collaboration.
- Familiarity with laboratory instruments (pH meters, viscometers, etc.)

Pay: ₹20,000.00 - ₹50,000.00 per month

Benefits:

- Cell phone reimbursement
- Food provided
- Provident Fund

Work Location: In person

📌 Food Technologist (Hyderabad)
🏢 Sadguru foods Processing
📍 Hyderabad