Job description for Senior RnD / R&D (Research & Development) Formulator at Bekerdja.id
Responsibilities:
- Develop new product formulations and improve existing ones in taste, texture, stability, and cost efficiency.
- Conduct laboratory trials (bench tests) for powder-based and ready-to-consume products.
- Prepare product samples for internal evaluation and organoleptic testing.
- Perform stability tests including pH, color, aroma, solubility, viscosity, and shelf-life.
- Select suitable raw materials (flavors, sweeteners, stabilizers, colorants, functional ingredients) for formulation needs.
- Coordinate with suppliers regarding raw material samples and technical data.
- Create formulation documents, raw material specifications, and standard procedures for production.
- Support production scale-up trials and provide recommendations based on trial outcomes.
- Ensure all formulations comply with BPOM, Halal, and food safety regulations.
- Conduct research on market trends, competitor products, and new ingredient innovations.
Requirements:
- Diploma/Bachelor's degree in Food Technology/Chemical Engineering or other relevant field.
- At least 3 year of R&D experience in the food/beverage/supplement industry.
- Understanding of GMP, HACCP, BPOM, Halal, ISO 22000, etc. principles.
- Understanding of sensory testing principles.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Good communication skills.
- Good problem-solving skills.
