NPD TECHNOLOGIST SR

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Job Summary: Perfetti Van Melle is seeking a passionate Senior NPD Technologist to lead new product development processes, introduce technologies, and optimize confectionery manufacturing processes. Key Responsibilities: 1. Participate in the development of new products and technologies. 2. Lead start-ups of new production lines. 3. Collaborate in the continuous improvement of manufacturing processes. **About the Role** Perfetti Van Melle (manufacturer of Mentos, Chupa Chups, Airheads) is one of the world’s largest confectionery and chewing gum manufacturers and distributors, with global brands enjoyed in over 150 countries. We are currently seeking a passionate and enthusiastic Senior NPD Technologist to join our growing team. **What You’ll Do** * Participate in new product development processes, introduction of new technologies and/or modifications to existing processes; collaborate with Safety, Maintenance, Engineering, Quality, and Production teams (local and corporate) to obtain necessary information for economic and technical evaluation of projects. Lead new production line start-up processes. * Monitor operational and quality indicators of production lines, and identify process improvements for confectionery (related to process parameters and formulations). * Review, jointly with the R\&D Specialist, existing formulations on the shop floor and, if necessary, update them in the PDR system and SAP. Collaborate on recipes for laboratory or industrial trials. * Provide technical support to the Production area regarding existing processes and development of new products or technologies, supporting problem resolution and analysis. * Analyze, validate, and update weekly the parameters of various plant processes, modifying them as needed upon prior authorization from the RDQ Director; modifications must be communicated to all involved departments. * Analyze, validate, and update weekly the parameters of various plant processes, modifying them as needed upon prior authorization from the RDQ Director; modifications must be communicated to all involved departments. * Coordinate and supervise the activities of the RnD Process Technologist, and hold periodic follow-up meetings on their activities. \- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives in confectionery manufacturing and/or cost-saving projects, validating in-plant performance of alternative raw materials or process improvements.\- Actively participate in and ensure compliance with Perfetti Van Melle Mexico’s Integrated Management System in all activities and on the shop floor. * Comply with internal work regulations. **What We Need From You** **Education**: Completed Bachelor’s degree or Engineering degree. Food Engineer, Chemical Engineer, Pharmaco-Biological Chemist, Biochemical Engineer, Chemist, Food Chemist, Biotechnologist, or related field. **Experience**: Minimum 3 years in a similar role or developing in a related field, preferably within the Food Industry. **Training**: Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), HACCP, Food Defense, Food Fraud, Pest Control, Integrated Management System. Basic knowledge of FSSC 22000, ISO 14001, ISO 9001\. Perfetti Van Melle offers **equal employment opportunities**. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, or any other status.