Food Technologists / Product Managers

Khairpur Foods International

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PKR. 35,000 - 125,000/Month

Location: Khairpur, Sindh

Department: Quality Assurance / Product Development

Reports to: QA Manager / Director Technical

Key Responsibilities:

Product Development & R&D
Lead R&D of value-added fruit products:
Dates: chopped dates, paste, macerated dates, syrup, bars, powders
Mangoes & Bananas: dried mango slices, dried banana pieces, snacks, puree-based products
Conduct lab-scale and pilot-scale trials for new products.
Evaluate shelf life, texture, moisture content, and microbial stability.

Machinery & Lab Equipment Handling

Operate and troubleshoot food processing equipment: dryers, choppers, paste machines, metal detectors.
Conduct lab testing for:• Moisture, water activity (aᵥ), pH• Microbiological tests (yeast, mold, coliforms)
Sensory evaluation for quality controlCompliance & Audit Preparation

Prepare and maintain documentation for:

BRCGS, HACCP, ISO 22000, Organic, and Halal certifications
Support internal and external audits with complete traceability and corrective actions.
Regularly update SOPs and food safety documentation.Customer & Buyer Support
Handle buyer complaints: identify root cause, implement corrective actions, and maintain complaint logs.

Prepare and update

Product specification sheets
Buyer response questionnaires
Technical datasheets and certificates
Communicate directly with international clients for technical queries and compliance forms.

Documentation & Recordkeeping

Requirements:

B.Sc. or M.Sc. in Food Science, Food Technology, or Food Engineering.
Minimum 3 years of experience in fruit processing (dates, mangoes, bananas preferred)
Hands-on experience with R&D, lab testing, and quality documentation.
Familiarity with BRCGS, HACCP, Organic, and Halal systems.
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word) and documentation tools.
Strong communication skills for internal coordination and buyer interactions.