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Senior Food Technologist

Industry Other
Category Production/Maintenance /Quality
Location Kathmandu, Nepal
Expiry date Aug 09, 2026 (7 days left)

Job Description

Company Description Jiri Group is a diversified health and nutrition company in Nepal, operating across sports nutrition, FMCG nutrition, and health retail and e-commerce.

Role Description The Senior Food Technologist will lead product development and optimization for sports nutrition and FMCG food products, ensuring they meet Jiri Group’s quality, safety, and regulatory standards. This full-time, on-site role is based in Kathmandu and involves planning and executing laboratory trials, supervising formulation work, and validating processes from concept through commercialization.

The role includes designing and conducting sensory evaluations, analyzing data, and translating consumer insights into product improvements. The Senior Food Technologist will collaborate closely with production, quality assurance, marketing, and supply chain teams to maintain consistent product quality, troubleshoot technical issues, and support scale-up and continuous improvement initiatives.

The position also requires documenting technical specifications, maintaining compliance with relevant regulations and certifications, and mentoring junior technical staff.

Qualifications

Strong foundation in Food Technology, including food science, processing, and formulation skills.
Hands-on Laboratory Skills for product testing, sample preparation, and analytical procedures.
Experience in Quality Control, including implementing standards, monitoring compliance, and resolving quality issues.
Competence in Sensory Evaluation, with the ability to design panels, assess product attributes, and interpret results.
Proven Research and Development (R&D) experience in developing and improving food or nutrition products.
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Food Technology, Food Science, Nutrition, or a related discipline.
Knowledge of ISO, GMP, and food safety regulations; familiarity with regulatory documentation and audits.
Strong data analysis, problem-solving, and documentation skills, with attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to collaborate in cross-functional teams, manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines on-site in Kathmandu.
Prior experience in sports nutrition, functional foods, or FMCG nutrition products is highly beneficial.

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