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R&D Executive – Food Technology (Male Candidates Only)

Job Title R&D Executive – Food Technology (Male Candidates Only)
Location Rajkot, Gujarat (On-site)
Employment Type Full-time

About the Role

We are seeking a motivated R&D Executive to join our team at Shanti Foods India, Rajkot. The ideal candidate will play a key role in driving product innovation, improving formulations, enhancing nutritional content, and supporting scale-up activities for our FMCG product lines.

Key Responsibilities

Direct Activities
  • Execute product development projects including formulation, pilot & plant trials, sensory evaluation, and R&D documentation (specifications, protocols, reports).
  • Develop healthier product lines with reduced fat or sugar.
  • Minimise contamination risks and ensure food safety standards.
  • Build prototypes and test products both in-house and on-site.
  • Plan, design, and conduct physico-chemical testing with data analysis.
  • Improve product shelf life and optimize costs without compromising quality.
  • Innovate solutions for scrap, spoilage, and waste reduction.
  • Scale up manufacturing operations for new products.
Indirect Activities
  • Conduct feasibility studies for R&D projects.
  • Maintain R&D data and documentation.
  • Manage R&D project timelines and financials.
  • Educate teams (food scientists, FSQA, operations) on ingredient functionality and formulation fundamentals.
  • Collaborate with NPD, HACCP, Quality, and Regulatory teams to execute ideas.
  • Coordinate multidisciplinary projects with Marketing, external labs, vendors, and suppliers.
Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Food Technology, Food Science, or a related field.
  • Minimum 2 years of experience in FMCG (Preferred).
Skills & Requirements
  • Only Male Candidates may apply.
  • Excellent communication skills in English (mandatory).
  • Strong analytical and project management skills.
  • Ability to work cross-functionally with diverse teams.
Compensation & Schedule
  • Salary: ₹30,000 – ₹40,000 per month
  • Shift: Day shift
  • Location: Rajkot – 360003, Gujarat (must reliably commute or be willing to relocate before joining)
  • To Apply: Send your resume to hr@shantis.com