R&D Assistant Scientist (Pilot Plant Co-ordinator) 12-Month FTC
Core
Support the ANZ R&D team by preparing innovation samples for sensory evaluations, coordinating shipments, and managing pilot plant operations and compliance.
Role type
Assistant Scientist (Pilot Plant Co-ordinator)
Builds
Innovation samples, pilot plant trials, and seasonal capability studies for FMCG products.
Domain
Food & Beverage / Pilot Plant Operations
Deliverable
product features
Required skills
Laboratory analysis, inventory management, GMP compliance, food safety standards, sample preparation, documentation management, seasonal capability studies
Preferred skills
Food Technology degree, relevant food industry experience, technical mindset for product and process knowledge
Technologies
Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint
Responsibilities
Prepare innovation samples for internal, external and customer sensory evaluations. Coordinate sample shipments for customer meetings and reviews. Support the R&D team with pilot plant and factory trials. Complete innovation, productivity and trial documentation. Conduct routine laboratory analysis of samples. Manage pilot plant stock, inventory and replenishment. Conduct Seasoning Capability Studies and associated testing. Maintain pilot plant compliance with GMP, Food Safety and audit standards.
Seniority
Entry-level / Fixed-term contract