Product Application Technologist – Poultry - Joblink Placement
Cape Town, Maitland 7 hours ago Permanent R 21 000.00 - R25,000.00 per month
Product Application Technologist – Poultry
Joblink Placement
Cape Town, Maitland
Date Created : 7 hours ago
Job Type : Permanent
Salary : R 21 000.00 - R25,000.00 per month
Product Application Technologist – Poultry
Contact person for this position:
Amori Prinsloo
Website: www.joblinkplacement.co.za
Our client is seeking the expertise of a Product Application Technologist specifically in Poultry to join their team.
Reporting to: General Manager – Specialty Foods
Main Purpose of the Job:
The main purpose of this role is to develop and optimise poultry brine and coating systems through product trials and technical support at customer sites.
Requirements
- A degree in Food Science, Food Technology, or a related field (e.g., Food Chemistry, Biochemistry, Microbiology)
- BTech candidates must have poultry industry experience
- Minimum of 3–5 years’ experience as a Product Application Technologist, specifically in poultry
- Hands-on experience working with poultry brines, coating systems, and injection equipment
Competencies
- Communication
- Strong technical knowledge of poultry processing
- Ability to plan and run product trials independently
- Problem-solving mindset with attention to detail
- Effective communication and customer engagement skills
- Comfortable with travel and regular customer interaction
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and test brine and coating systems for poultry applications
- Conduct product trials at customer sites, including set-up and operation of injectors and other equipment
- Collaborate with customers to identify needs and develop tailored solutions
- Provide technical troubleshooting support and recommend process or formulation improvements
- Participate in NPD projects, offering technical input from concept through to implementation
- Prepare technical reports, documentation, and presentations for both internal use and clients
- Maintain accurate records, lab notes, and formulation data
- Stay updated on industry trends, new technologies, and regulatory changes
- Liaise with suppliers, universities, and external labs as required
- Conduct monthly customer visits and attend factory trials
Area: Maitland, Cape Town
Salary: Salary: R21 000.00 – R25,000.00 basic + company benefits based on experience
Willing and able to travel to client sites as required (petrol to be reimbursed)
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