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• Position: R&D Specialist (Flavorist)



• Job Type Full Time



• Qualification BA/BSc/HND



• Experience 5 years



• Location Lagos




• Job Field Science 
  
  

• Physico-chemical analysis (chromatography, spectrometry, etc.) is necessary to ensure the quality of the products produced.


• Carry out the necessary tests to evaluate the causes of customer claims or complaints.


• Provide conclusions to claims based on the results obtained.


• Project management and control


• Development of new product lines


• Technical advice to Commercials and clients


• Customer visit, if applicable


• Aroma (flavours) creation


• Conduct product application for R&D developments


• Management and monitoring of the Samples Department


• Training of subordinates


• Coordinate the maintenance and calibration of analytical equipment and tools to ensure accuracy of test and quality results.


• Investigate and record customer complaints regarding product designs, product performance, specifications, and reliability to facilitate timely resolution,


• Assist with the review of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and support in preparing analytical specifications using appropriate methods.


• Lead research and development programs for product improvement and new product development


• Participate in method development, method validation test protocols and analytical method to establish quality specifications and requirements for benchmarking results.


• Carryout R&D activities in compliance with Good Manufacturing Practice, Health, and Safety Environment (HSE) Policies and Company Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)


• Lead and effectively manage the performance of subordinates/team members towards the achievement of unit, functional and organizational objectives.


• Any other duties as may be assigned by the QHSE Manager.

Requirement

• A bachelor’s degree in food science, Chemistry, or a related field.


• Minimum 5 years in a similar position.


• Knowledge of quality control methods


• Experience in flavour and fragrance (perfume industry), beverage industry, and FMCG.


• Understand the company’s quality and food safety policies.