The Business
Patties Foods is a true Australian success story. Starting in 1966 as a family-owned cake shop in Lakes Entrance, Victoria, we have grown into one of Australia's most loved manufacturers, suppliers, and marketers of branded frozen savoury, frozen meals, and dessert products. Recently, Patties Foods has expanded internationally, exporting to Japan and the USA, showcasing the great Australian taste globally.
Our company values of Courage, Trust, Integrity, and Ownership reflect our origins as a proudly local company and support our international growth. Patties Foods' brands are household names across Australia, and to continue our success, we need great people — and that's where you come in.
The Role
This position involves contributing to the overall NPD strategy by leading and coordinating multiple concurrent NPD projects. Responsibilities include developing new products from concept to launch, improving existing products, and optimizing activities for cost savings. Reporting to the Innovation Manager, your main duties will include but are not limited to:
* Partnering with marketing, manufacturing, quality, and procurement to coordinate projects from feasibility to launch, including developing timelines and designing to target formulation costs.
* Identifying and reporting project risks, providing recommendations and mitigation strategies.
* Renovating and improving existing product ranges.
* Implementing cost-saving opportunities in product design and processes.
* Leading yield or quality improvements on-site.
* Leading technical trials and reporting findings.
* Proposing and testing new processing equipment and raw materials.
* Maintaining records and generating reports related to development projects.
* Staying informed on current food legislation relevant to the category.
* Performing other ad hoc duties as required.
The Person
We seek a passionate individual with experience in a similar role. The ideal candidate will have:
* A background in Food Science or Food Technology, with knowledge of food processes and their impact on final products.
* Ability to work effectively across functions.
* Experience in fast-paced, agile environments.
* Strong technical skills in product formulation and industrial processes.
* Knowledge of new product development processes and systems.
* Excellent project management, organizational, and leadership skills.
* Attention to detail.
* Good reporting and documentation skills.
What We Offer
At Patties Food Group, we are passionate about our people, brands, and culture. We are an Equal Opportunity employer committed to an inclusive environment. Benefits include:
* Generous employee benefits supporting work/life balance, including salary packaging and flexible work arrangements.
* Take-home products for you and your family.
* Employee Assistance Program (EAP), parental leave options, and social activities.
* Join us and be part of a hungry, humble, and focused team
We do not accept unsolicited resumes from employment agencies. No fees will be paid for resumes submitted without a valid recruitment agreement. Resumes submitted by agencies will be considered the property of Patties Food Group.
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