RD Development Specialist
RD Development Specialist
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R&D Development Specialist lead projects up to process build/implementation and they are important knowledge holders in their field. The specialist is consulted by other R&D members for NPD projects and by other JDE employees in case of operational issues. Product specialists are responsible for the development and exploitation of JDEs proprietary knowledge and may require to build the network with external experts and suppliers.
The specialist combines project management skills with a understanding of his/her field of expertise. The specialist integrates technological knowledge and business relevance balancing new technological opportunities with operational consequences to ensure creation of viable new opportunities for JDE.
Specialists have a handson approach executing pilot plant plant trial and tasting work for their own projects or to support others as well as providing thought leadership and applying their academic knowledge to JDE.
Specialist roles sit within all categories and functions within R&D: e.g. Category Product/Process and Packaging Application Centres Science & Technology Quality and Food Safety SARA Consumer Inspired Innovation.
Junior level of recognition within JDE R&D.
Responsibilities:
- Leads max 1. C/D innovation project and/or supports other innovation / Productivity / Process Development /Packaging/Sustainability/Compliance projects. Supports planning and setup for several R&D projects sometimes as project leader
- Execute and/or support R&D projects with the aim to deliver new knowledge skills and production capabilities that are essential for NPD / Productivity / Process Development /Packaging/Sustainability/Compliance aligned with line manager. Contributes to current projects as R&D team member
- Tasks include (but not limited to): defining and leading pilot/plant trials collecting experimental data writing technical reports and SOPs developing prototypes completing sensory chemical physical and analytical assessments of product issuing technical drawings material selection defining packaging functional specification & finished goods specifications including pallet configuration & container loading configurations carry out artwork and labelling vetting process complete specification from write review to approval end to end quality excellence assurance.
- Contribute to global network: Internal reports Kbriefs Books of Knowledge IDF competitor surveillances
- Reporting & presentation of findings within R&D and project teams.
- May operate or maintain simple pilot plant equipment according to SOP and assist in the training of others in said equipment
- Responsible for the delivery of JDE Commitment within the region.
Qualifications :
Are you bursting with fresh ideas and a hunger for learning We want you!
Heres what were looking for:
- Academic Program: You are enrolled in degree/Higher degree/ Trade qualified in Chemical Engineering/ FoodScience and Nutrition or related fields
- Experienced: ideally > 2 years postgraduation experience in relevant field Scientific background
- Personal traits: You have a structured approach a driven and energetic personality excellent communication and people skills and the ability to work both in a team and independently.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Fulltime
Employment Type
Full-time
