R&D Product Technologist
Job Description:
Mars: Where your Tomorrow Starts Today!
Mars is a family-owned businessthat hasbeen making products for peopleand their petsfor more than 100 years.We'rebehind some of the best loved brands in the world including MARS, SNICKERS, EXTRA, ECLIPSE, PEDIGREE, WHISKAS, DOLMIO,BEN'S ORIGINAL MASTERFOODS andROYAL CANINwe arededicated to making a positive impact on people and the planet.
Join us in building a sustainable future where people, communities, and the planet can truly thrive.
About the role:This role will be working for our MarsPetcaresegment,where we make life better for pets and their owners.
Location:Bathurst
In this hands-on role, you will drive process and product excellence for our leading pet food brands. You willbe responsible forproblem-solving, continuous improvement, and supporting R&D projects that deliver significant growth for our business in the ANZ market. This is a fantastic opportunity to ensure our products meet the highest standards while helping to innovate for the future.
Whatyou'lldo:
Drive troubleshooting and problem-solving activities to resolve process issuesimpactingproduct quality, cost, and manufacturing efficiency.
Adapt andoptimizeprocess conditions to ensure all products meet strict quality, safety, and finished product specifications.
Collaborate with Engineering, Product, and Quality teams to deploy process improvements and manage changes effectively.
Champion cost-saving initiatives by improving run rates, reducing waste, and boosting overall efficiency.
Partner with the Quality & Food Safety (Q&FS) team to investigate and resolve non-conforming products and processes.
Verify and refine process standards to guarantee consistent product quality and recommend modifications for improvement.
Develop clear process troubleshooting guides to support and empower our shift Associates.
Your unique ingredients:
2+ years in a Food Manufacturing environment working in Quality, Food Safety, Engineering, or Packaging, Process Product Development is highly preferred.
Broad working knowledge of food or petfood production processeshighly regarded
Strong communicationskills.
Experience in the application of scientificmethodology
Whyyou'lllove working for Mars:
Purpose:Help craft beloved brands with a legacy ofover 100 years oflocal manufacturingmaking productsthatpeople and petswillloveall while helping to build a more sustainable future.
People:Aculture that values your contributions, fosters leadership, and recognises the impact you make. Your work truly matters here.
Development:Shape your career with personalised development and real opportunities to grow from day one.
Enjoy a team and business environment that is invested in helping you manage and grow your energy for work and life.
Stay active and energised with an onsite gym and walkingtrack
Convenient onsite parking for a hassle-free commute
Mars is an equal opportunityemployer,and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you needassistanceor an accommodation during theapplication process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide suchassistance, and no applicant will be penalizedas a result ofsuch a request.
We know everyone's needs are different, andwe'recommitted to making our application process accessible and supportive for all candidates. If yourequireany adjustments along the way, simply let us knowinyour application form.We'llwork with you to understand what will help you feel comfortable and supported.
