Food Technologist Dairy / Non-Dairy (m/f/d)

About KaTech:

At KaTech, we are more than just a partner for food innovation. As part of the global Ingredion family, our team develops innovative plant-based, sustainable and clean-label ingredient solutions that drive the next generation of food concepts.

We combine creativity with scientific expertise to deliver tailor-made solutions that balance taste, health and responsibility. Together, we are shaping the future of food in Europe and beyond.

Location: Luebeck

Workplace type: On-Site

KaTech is looking for a motivated Technologist for its Dairy Section! Reach out if you have a proven record in New Product Development for the Dairy Industry!

As a Technologist you will be responsible for developing innovative and high-quality products in the dairy and non-dairy sectors, focusing on the UK market. This role involves advancing technical and raw material knowledge, executing development projects in the pilot plant, customer presentations and up-scaling from idea creation to large production trials.

This role reports to the Team Lead Dairy

What you will do:

Develop new products (me-too and innovation) and technologies in the dairy/non-dairy sector, focusing on the UK market

Manage development projects in the dairy sector, coordinating with sales on priorities for the UK sales area

Conducting pilot plant trials, evaluating outcomes, and presenting results are central to this role’s daily responsibilities

Provide technical support and advice to customers and prospects

Ensure documentation of all development activities, including projects, recipes, results, and stabilization systems in the dairy/non-dairy sector

Maintain constant communication between the Development Center in the UK and Germany

Plan and coordinate training programs at the Development Center UK

What you will bring:

Degree in Food Engineering or other Food related science discipline with focus on dairy

Proven practical experience (minimum 2 years) in developing new dairy products

Minimum 2 years of professional experience in food technology

Fluency in English, both written and spoken

Proven hands-on experience of running projects in a pilot plant environment

Ability to travel approximately 25%, mainly between the UK and Germany

Who you are:

Strong interpersonal skills internally as well as externally

Curiosity to trial and develop new solutions

Willingness to put customer focus first on the agenda

Agile with a solution driven mindset

Why Join KaTech Ingredient Solutions?

· Flexible working - We value flexibility to support you in the best possible way, both professionally and personally, with a 40-hour week

· Attractive remuneration package - Competitive salary and performance-related bonuses to recognize your contribution

· Work-life balance - 30 vacation days + 2 extra days off on Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve

· Comprehensive benefits & health offers - Access to health services, EGYM Wellpass, savings plans and other offers for your well-being, incl. Germany ticket and free parking

· Further development & career growth - Learn, grow and develop with us both nationally and internationally

· Recognition & appreciation - Worldwide program for personal appreciation and direct recognition of your performance

· Employee Referral Program - Refer talent from your network and receive a bonus

· Company pension scheme - Plan for tomorrow today

· Company events - Whether it's a Christmas party, family day or Sustainability Day, we celebrate our successes together

We value diversity in our company and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, military status, or disability status.

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Relocation Available:No

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