Food Innovation Specialist

hace 2 semanas


Barcelona, Barcelona, España Gbfoods Africa A tiempo completo

At GBfoods Africa, we offer a unique opportunity to be part of our culinary solutions team in 24 countries across Europe and Africa. Our prestigious leading local brands, including Jumbo, Gallina Blanca, Erasco, Gino, Liebig, Star, Bama, D&L, Grand'Italia, and Blå Band, have been beloved by consumers for over a century.

We are looking for a talented Product Technologist to join our Africa Technical team, supporting R&D design and development projects, including tooling and fixtures, to meet corporate objectives. The ideal candidate will perform a variety of duties that require creativity and innovation, participating in areas such as material control and flow.

Main responsibilities include preparing prototypes for new products, conducting shelf-life studies, lab trials, and formulation tweaking as per guidelines. Additionally, the role holder will ensure accurate sample preparation, operate lab/kitchen and plant equipment, develop cost-effective recipes, support upscaling from pilot scale, and maintain and operate standard laboratory equipment and practices.

The successful candidate will also contribute to product development, establish and implement processing activities, including safety, in the Technical center Laboratory, Pilot Plant, Sensory room. What can you expect from us? As a multinational company, you will have the opportunity to grow and develop your career while being equipped for success.

We are seeking someone who is committed, has relevant professional experience, and is ready to explore the opportunities and challenges that this role brings. Key qualifications include a Graduate degree in Food Science, Food Process, or Agricultural Engineering, 1-3 years' experience in R&D and laboratory applications, knowledge of regulatory and QA/QC requirements, and excellent PC skills, including SAP and standard MS Office and project management software.

Languages: Excellent knowledge of English is required; French is a plus. Estimated salary range for this position is €55,000 - €70,000 per annum, depending on experience and qualifications.



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