Food Technologist

As a Food Technologist at Wellversed Health, your primary responsibility will be to research and develop new products and create food product compositions suitable for industrial processes. You will be working in a production plant setting, planning the manufacturing of food and drink products. Your specific duties will include: - Conducting literature reviews to stay up-to-date with the latest research and trends in the food industry. - Analyzing competitive products to identify gaps and opportunities for innovation. - Researching and evaluating ingredients for potential use in product development. - Identifying cost-saving opportunities and optimizing product margins without compromising quality and safety. - Onboarding reliable vendors for ingredient sourcing. - Studying methods and technologies to enhance food quality in terms of flavor, color, texture, and nutritional value. - Creating compositions for new products and participating in product renovation projects. - Ensuring compliance with nutritional labeling regulations set by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI). - Conducting sensory analysis to evaluate product attributes and consumer preferences. - Developing quality control checklists to maintain consistent product standards. - Collaborating with the production team to create pilot batches of new products. - Collecting and analyzing consumer feedback to drive product improvements and assess consumer feedback scores and ratings. - Facilitating cross-functional coordination with the brands team to align R&D activities with brand strategies and objectives. Requirements: - Minimum 2 years of full-time experience in Food Technology or related fields. - Proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel/Google Sheets. - Technical skills with a strong understanding of new product development (NPD) processes. - Relevant degree in Food Technology, Biotechnology, Pharmaceutical, Nutrition, or Doctorate. - Deep knowledge of research methodologies and the ability to obtain focused results. - Learnability, flexibility, and adaptability to quickly grasp new concepts and adapt to changing project requirements. - Strong attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality results. - Good communication skills (preferred). About Wellversed: Wellversed owns and operates a portfolio of nutrition brands aimed at helping individuals achieve their optimal state of wellness by unlocking the potential of their minds and bodies. This is a full-time position requiring a total of 4 years of work experience. The work location is in person.,