Total 2 it specialist job vacancies in Islandwide

The Raw Material and Sampling Specialist will need to have a deep understanding and keep abreast knowledge of raw material uses/functions and impact in chocolate recipes. The role will assist in the raw material evaluations to qualify as an ingredient to be used in recipes, maintain data on raw materials, nutritional info, its properties, uses and as backup/alternative ingredient. Will work closely with procurement to develop raw material evaluation pipeline, advises PPD team on raw material usage in order to meet customer needs. Develop strategic relationship with suppliers to drive innovation. This role will also support PPD team by assisting with sampling and sample related procedures and duties.

• Understand and develop an approach to evaluate raw material portfolio of our suppliers
• Release of raw material evaluation report and liaising with suppliers on the non-conformances and for improvements
• Develop relationship with preferred suppliers for strategic partnerships in innovation
• Analyse results and build knowledge transfer to PPD team
• Develop the knowledge and understanding of our Quality teams on the specs and requirements of a raw material (including tasting, testing and validation-approval method )beyond the standard Food Safety and requirements
• As project member of customer projects (lead by PPD specialist) responsible for giving advice regarding suitable raw materials to meet customer needs
• Responsible to address inquiries of labelling team with regards to customer request on labels and declaration
• Prepare products for informal and formal sensory panels
• Prepare existing samples for shipment to customers or employees
• Prepare samples for product exhibitions and expo
• Understand and comply with safety regulations and other compliance regulations
• Document control and updating to ensure relevant documents are complete and up to date
• Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma, secondary education level or equivalent
• Minimum of four years of related work experience
• Other minimum qualifications may apply

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree
• Experience with email, spreadsheet, presentation and word processing applications
• Ability to work efficiently individually and in a team environment
• Ability to communicate effectively to various levels in the organization
• Prior experience in food industry related work

Job Purpose and Impact

The Product Development Specialist I, will handle product development duties for the organization. In this role, you will provide outstanding technical advice and support to customers and field staff during and after the sale of scientific products, support senior staff and leaders for ideation and identify and implement technical solutions to meet business objectives.

Key Accountabilities

• Help build technical service partners to identify customer needs and translate these into new product development opportunities.
• Work with research and commercial brand to craft short and long term testing programs for experimental and commercial products and hybrids.
• ?Build scientific reports or datasheets detailing the organization's products and their applications.
• Monitor development throughout the season, collecting biological information and data from field and strip plots.
• Build and craft plot tours and provide product knowledge to assist in product and hybrid evaluation.
• Handle basic issues and problems under direct supervision, while escalating more complex issues to appropriate staff.
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience
• Other minimum qualifications may apply

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree
• Understanding of the application of analytical instrumentation principles, concepts, practices and standards
• Experience conducting continuous improvement events such as Kaizen, Six Sigma or Lean processes
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment
• Minimum of three year of related work experience in technical specialist / food application