K. Patel Phyto Extractions Pvt. Ltd.

JOB DESCRIPTION Position Title: Executive/Senior Executive –: Research & Development / Product Development / Business Support Location : Vapi, Gujrat Reports To: Business Head Role Summary: We are seeking a dynamic and experienced professional to join our product development team. The ideal candidate will bring hands-on expertise in spice oleoresin manufacturing and essential oils, along with practical experience in matching product targets , seasoning blends and natural colors . Key Responsibilities:  Lead and manage the development and improvement of spice oleoresins and essential oils from raw materials including spices and herbs.  Ensure target matching of oleoresin batches to customer specifications, focusing on flavor, color, and volatile profiles.  Oversee or participate in solvent extraction, steam distillation, and post-processing of spice extracts.  Contribute technical knowledge to natural food colorant development, especially from spice and botanical sources.  Collaborate with cross-functional teams including QA/QC, production, and sales to align technical objectives with business goals.  Provide technical documentation, support regulatory and customer audits, and handle sample requests.  Stay up-to-date with market trends, regulatory guidelines, and innovations in the spice extract and oleoresin domain. Required Qualifications :  Educational Background: B.Sc. / M.Sc. / B.Tech / M.Tech in Food Technology, Food Science, Chemical Engineering, or related fields. Desired Experience:  Experience: Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in the spice oleoresin or essential oil industry.  Sound understanding of extraction techniques (solvent, steam distillation, CO₂ preferred).  Experience in target matching, standardization, and batch consistency of oleoresins.  Working knowledge of natural color ingredients (e.g., paprika, turmeric, beet, annatto) is desirable.