CareerPlan
Melbourne, VictoriaFull-time2026-10-07 → 2026-10-08

Core

Execute R&D activities for new product development, portfolio maintenance, and productivity projects in confectionery and meal portfolios, focusing on consumer experience.

Role type

Scientist I (Food Science/Product Development)

Builds

New snack products and portfolio maintenance for global brands

Domain

Fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) / Food Science

Deliverable

product features

Required skills

Food science, product development, chemistry, engineering, project management, technical writing, consumer test preparation, shelf-life testing, specification creation

Preferred skills

Experience in fast-moving consumer goods market

Technologies

Benchwork equipment, testing facilities

Responsibilities

Manage projects from initial planning through execution, coordinate with manufacturing partners and external manufacturers, produce technical reports with conclusions and recommendations, create and maintain consumer-led specifications, conduct shelf-life testing, prepare consumer tests