Food Technologist

Balaji Foods Nz Limited

Job Details

Position: Food Technologist

Job Location: Auckland

Type: Permanent, Full time

Days required: Rotating roster, including weekends

Hours per week: 35 to 40 hours per week

Hourly Pay: $35-45 per hour

Balaji Foods & Sweets is seeking a qualified and experienced Food Technologist to support product development, quality assurance, and food safety compliance within our food manufacturing operations in Auckland.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and improve new and existing food products (sweets, snacks, and processed foods)
Conduct laboratory and production trials to evaluate flavour, texture, shelf life, and nutritional composition
Analyse raw materials and finished products to ensure quality and compliance
Advise on food processing, preservation, packaging, and storage methods
Establish and maintain quality assurance systems and food safety standards (HACCP, GMP)
Ensure compliance with New Zealand food regulations and industry standards
Support production teams with process optimisation and troubleshooting
Conduct research into new ingredients, technologies, and product innovations
Develop and improve new and existing food products (sweets, savouries, snacks, and processed foods)

Skills requirements

Minimum two years’ relevant experience OR a bachelor’s degree or higher in Food Technology, Food science or related field
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced retail environment.
Good analytical, problem solving and communication skills
Multilingual candidates preferred

To Apply

You must be either a New Zealand Citizen / Resident or on a valid visa and able to work full time.

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