R&D Executive

R&D Executive – Beverages & Namkeen

Department: Research & Development (R&D)

Experience: 2–4 Years

Qualification: B-Tech / M.Sc. in Food Technology, Food Science, Dairy Technology, or a related field

Industry: FMCG – Food & Beverages

Location: Surat, Gujarat

Job Type: Full-time

About the Role

We are looking for a skilled and innovative R&D Executive to join our team and contribute to the development of new beverages and namkeen products. The candidate will be responsible for product formulation, laboratory trials, plant-scale trials, product improvement, shelf-life studies, and quality documentation.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop new beverage and namkeen products and improve existing formulations.
• Conduct laboratory trials, product testing, sensory evaluations, and shelf-life studies.
• Support pilot and plant-scale trials to ensure consistent product quality.
• Troubleshoot formulation and processing issues.
• Evaluate raw materials, flavors, ingredients, and additives.
• Optimize product formulations and manufacturing costs without compromising quality.
• Coordinate with Production, QC/QA, Purchase, Packaging, and Sales teams.
• Maintain formulation records, trial reports, product specifications, and process documentation.
• Ensure compliance with applicable FSSAI regulations and food safety standards.
• Monitor market trends and identify new product development opportunities.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• B-Tech / M.Sc. in Food Technology, Food Science, Dairy Technology, or a related discipline.
• 2–4 years of experience in R&D or New Product Development within the FMCG food or beverage industry.
• Hands-on experience in product formulation, laboratory testing, and plant-scale trials.
• Knowledge of beverage processing and/or namkeen manufacturing.
• Understanding of FSSAI regulations, food labelling, GMP, and HACCP.

Required Skills

• Product formulation and ingredient functionality.
• Beverage and/or snack processing techniques.
• Laboratory analysis, including pH, Brix, moisture, acidity, and viscosity.
• Shelf-life testing, sensory evaluation, and product stability assessment.
• Problem-solving, documentation, and reporting skills.
• Working knowledge of MS Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Apply Now

Are you passionate about food innovation and product development? Join our team and contribute to developing innovative, high-quality beverage and snack products.

Submit your application through our Careers page.