1.    Product Development: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to conceptualize and develop new food products or improve existing ones. This involves conducting research, formulating recipes, selecting ingredients, and testing prototypes to achieve desired taste, texture, appearance, and nutritional content.

2.    Quality Control: Perform rigorous quality control checks throughout the production process to ensure adherence to safety and quality standards. This includes monitoring raw materials, conducting sensory evaluations, and performing microbiological and chemical analyses to identify any deviations or potential hazards.

3.    Food Safety Compliance: Stay updated with relevant food safety regulations and standards and ensure compliance with them. Develop and implement food safety protocols, including Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) plans, to prevent contamination, control hazards, and maintain product integrity.

4.    Process Optimization: Identify opportunities to streamline and optimize production processes to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance product quality. This may involve evaluating equipment, developing new processing techniques, and conducting trials to identify the most effective methods.

5.    Research and Innovation: Stay abreast of emerging food technologies, trends, and consumer preferences. Conduct research and experimentation to explore innovative ingredients, processing techniques, and packaging solutions that align with market demands and enhance product appeal.

6.    Documentation and Reporting: Maintain accurate records of research findings, product specifications, formulation changes, and other relevant data. Prepare comprehensive reports and presentations to communicate results, recommendations, and project updates to internal teams and stakeholders.

7.    Cross-functional Collaboration: Collaborate with various teams, including marketing, sales, and manufacturing, to ensure effective communication, coordination, and integration of product development initiatives. Work closely with suppliers, vendors, and external partners to source quality ingredients, equipment, and technologies.

8.    Regulatory Support: Assist in obtaining necessary regulatory approvals and certifications for new products or modifications. Provide technical support during audits, inspections, and customer inquiries to address any concerns related to product safety, quality, or compliance.