Welcome to KaTech Ingredient Solutions! We are an international food technology company specializing in the development of tailor-made stabilization systems for the food industry.

We are proud to be part of Ingredion Incorporated; a company where innovation has a global impact! Without knowing it, you've probably already encountered our products: in your favorite chocolate, in your pet's food, in the paper you write on or in your daily snacks. As a global player in over 60 industries, we harness the power of natural ingredients to improve lives and create sustainable solutions. Whether you are at the beginning of your career or already have a lot of experience - with us you have the chance to make a real difference.

KaTech is looking for a motivated Technologist for its Dairy Section! Reach out if you have a background in New Product Development for the Dairy Industry and become part of a diverse team that values different perspectives and contributes to shaping a better future with every innovation.

Location: Luebeck
Workplace type: On-Site

As a Technologist you will be responsible for developing innovative and high-quality products in the dairy and non-dairy sectors, focusing on the UK market. This role involves advancing technical and raw material knowledge, executing development projects in the pilot plant, customer presentations and up-scaling from idea creation to large production trials.

• Implement corporate strategy in the development area as per the Development Manager's requirements
• Develop new products (me-too and innovation) and technologies in the dairy/non-dairy sector, focusing on the UK market
• Advance technical and raw material knowledge in the dairy/non-dairy sector Execute cost re-engineering projects in collaboration with sales and procurement for existing customers and internal projects
• Manage development projects in the dairy sector, coordinating with sales on priorities for the UK sales area
• Provide technical support and advice to customers and prospects
• Ensure documentation of all development activities, including projects, recipes, results, and stabilization systems in the dairy/non-dairy sector
• Maintain constant communication between the Development Centers in the UK and Germany
• Plan and coordinate training programs at the Development Center UK
• Support quality control by checking the functionality of stabilization systems

• Degree in Food Science or other Food related science discipline
• Excellent understanding of food science, industrial food processes, and interactions between different food ingredients or ingredient systems
• Fluency in English, both written and spoken
• Proven hands-on experience of running projects in a pilot plant environment
• Ability to travel approximately 25%, mainly between the UK and Germany

• Willingness to put customer focus first on the agenda
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Curiosity to trial and develop new solutions
• Agile with a solution driven mindset

• Flexible working - We value flexibility to support you in the best possible way, both professionally and personally, with a 40-hour week
• Attractive remuneration package - Competitive salary and performance-related bonuses to recognize your contribution
• Work-life balance - 30 vacation days + 2 extra days off on Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve
• Comprehensive benefits & health offers - Access to health services, EGYM Wellpass, savings plans and other offers for your well-being, incl. Germany ticket and free parking
• Further development & career growth - Learn, grow and develop with us both nationally and internationally
• Recognition & appreciation - Worldwide program for personal appreciation and direct recognition of your performance
• Employee Referral Program - Refer talent from your network and receive a bonus
• Company pension scheme - Plan for tomorrow today
• Company events - Whether it's a Christmas party, family day or Sustainability Day, we celebrate our successes together

We value diversity in our company and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, military status, or disability status.

KaTech offers support to applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If an applicant requires accommodation during the application or selection process, we will work with the applicant to meet their needs.

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Further information can be found here:
https://katech-solutions.com
https://www.ingredion.com/emea/en-uk/karriere-bei-ingredion.html

We look forward to receiving your documents and get to know you better. Please send your application here: https://ingredion.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/IngredionCareers/job/Lbeck/Technologist-Dairy---Non-Dairy--f-m-d-_Req-32827

KaTech Ingredient Solutions GmbH
Aegidienstraße 22
23552 Lübeck