141 Food Technology jobs in South Africa

• Support all stages of cheese and butter making: pasteurization, culturing, churning, molding, and packaging
• Participate in quality control testing (texture, taste, microbiological safety, labeling)
• Maintain hygiene and adherence to GMP, HACCP, and food safety regulations
• Record production data and assist with ingredient inventory
• Help develop and test new dairy products under supervision
• Work collaboratively with experienced staff to resolve production and quality challenges
• Follow sustainability and waste minimization best practices

• Enrolled in or recently completed a Diploma/Degree in Food Technology, Food Science, or related field
• Keen interest in dairy product manufacturing and artisan food production
• Basic understanding of laboratory testing and food safety principles
• Good teamwork skills, communication, and willingness to learn
• Attention to hygiene, detail, and safe food handling
• Physical ability for manual production tasks
• Available to work January 2026 to January 2027

• Learn cheese and butter production from the ground up
• Exposure to food safety, quality management, and R&D
• Mentorship by experienced dairy technologists and managers
• Participate in product innovation and process improvement
• Friendly, ethical, and supportive team culture

Our client seeks a Food Technology and Quality Manager to join their team in Cape Town.

1. Maintaining brand integrity and product safety whilst performing risk mitigation.
2. Contributing towards the category strategy, ensuring innovative and safe products of consistent quality.
3. Developing high-quality products using cutting-edge technical innovation that adheres to brand values of quality, freshness, innovation, inspiration, food safety, and value.
4. Managing and monitoring the technical team in order to meet technical strategy, product plan, and ultimately the category strategy.
5. Technical communication and liaison with the buying team, suppliers, quality team, and production teams.
6. Positively influencing all contributing aspects of the supply chain to optimize quality and food safety.
7. Leading factory and product process audits within the production facility and supply base.
8. Formulating and/or managing product specifications, ensuring accuracy.
9. Ensuring effective product accept/reject criteria.
10. Identifying and managing critical control points (CCPs) within production facilities and ensuring that suppliers identify and manage their CCPs correctly.
11. Overseeing end-to-end quality management systems within farm production facilities and among external suppliers.
12. Providing technical input into category, quality management, and supplier strategies and ensuring effective implementation.
13. Overseeing packaging development, ensuring conformance to legislation.
14. Ensuring accurate nutritional information and date marking/coding.
15. Overseeing effective allergen management within all production facilities and among suppliers.
16. Supplier approval/sourcing, based on basic hygiene compliance and risk management.
17. Shelf-life assessment and implementation.
18. Managing microbiological testing, specifying type of tests, frequency, and accept/reject criteria for both product and environment.
19. Improving and ensuring production efficiencies within production facilities and the supply base.
20. Raw material sourcing and approval: ensuring that production and suppliers source from approved raw material suppliers, and that specifications and allergen management practices are in place.
21. Troubleshooting customer complaints and performing root cause analyses.
22. Upholding international standards for food manufacturing and processing, using cutting-edge equipment, processing technology knowledge, and experience.

1. BS in Food Science or BTech Food Technology degree with 10 – 15 years’ industry experience. Relevant retail experience is required.
2. Understanding of high- and low-risk food processing and the correct management of cross flow.
3. Understanding of cold chain management and critical control factors for maintaining food products in their optimum state.
4. Practical experience in and understanding of different food preparation stages and processes.
5. Knowledge of technical processes and principles, i.e. HACCP, GMP, root cause analysis, supply chain, raw materials, allergen management, and micro and listeria management.
6. Proven, relevant industry experience and knowledge across a wide range of food products.
7. Technical product knowledge, i.e. product characteristics, raw material sourcing, manufacturing processes, and quality and safety parameters.
8. Knowledge of packaging functionality and application.
9. Understanding of environmental management and sustainability.

Location: Maitland, Cape Town
Reporting to: Managing Director

Main Purpose of the Job:

Is to lead the development and management of innovative raw materials by combining food science expertise with commercial strategy to meet market and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

Bachelors in Food Science, Food Technology, or related a related field

Experience

Minimum of 5 years in product development within the food industry, preferably with focus on raw materials.
Experience in a product management role with exposure to sales and marketing functions is advantageous.

Competencies

Innovative thinking and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work collaboratively across departments.
Customer-focused mindset with a drive to meet market needs.
Adaptability to changing market conditions and business priorities.
Business acumen.
Drivers licence and travel is required.

Key Responsibilities:

Product Development:

Lead the development and improvement of raw materials, ensuring they meet quality, safety, and regulatory standards.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including R&D, Quality Assurance, and Marketing, to bring new products from concept to market.

Conduct sensory evaluations and shelf-life studies to validate product performance.
Market Analysis & Strategy:

Analyses market trends and consumer preferences to identify opportunities for new product development.

Develop and implement product strategies that align with company objectives and market demands.

Sales Support:

Provide technical support to the sales team, including product presentations and customer consultations.

Assist in developing sales materials and training programs to enhance product knowledge within the sales force.

Regulatory Compliance:

Ensure all products comply with local and international food safety regulations and standards.

Maintain accurate documentation for product specifications and regulatory submissions.

Listing reference: woolw_001211

Listing status: Under Review

Apply by: 26 May 2025

Industry: FMCG & Supply Management

Job category: Other: FMCG, Retail, Wholesale and Supply Chain

Location: Cape Town

Contract: Permanent

Remuneration: Market Related

EE position: No

To provide a professional and comprehensive Executive Personal Assistant service and administrative support to The Chief Food Technology & Sustainability Officer and team in Foods.

• Provide an advanced, efficient, confidential administrative service to the Chief Food Technology & Sustainability Officer, including effective diary management, agenda co-ordination, document preparation, screening of calls and general office management (filing, stationery etc).
• Effective management of inbox to deal with the high volumes of incoming emails, responding in a professional manner where appropriate, and highlighting emails for urgent attention.
• Interpret/ anticipate systemic impacts of business/other issues (e.g. calendar changes) and exercise judgment in selecting the most appropriate course of action to ensure issues are dealt with efficiently and effectively.
• Book and co-ordinate efficient local and international travel arrangements.
• Assist with budget management of the department.
• Process invoices and ensure recons are kept.
• Provide effective personal support services.
• Ensure that all documents are saved (with the appropriate version control) on the relevant drives and manage access to these folders to ensure confidentiality.
• Provide advanced and efficient admin support in terms of research, creating presentations, consolidating and editing/ checking of all documents.
• General administration
• 3 year Executive Secretarial diploma or other relevant / similar tertiary qualification
• Minimum 3 – 5 years' work experience at executive level
• Ability to effectively consolidate strategic information and documentation
• Budgeting skills and understanding of the Woolworths' financial processes
• Professional, enthusiastic, and confident with strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to build strong networks and strategic relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• High level of PC literacy skills (MS Word, Excel, Power Point and Microsoft Outlook), including formatting skills
• Effective communication skills – both verbal and written
• Project Management skills -including accuracy and attention to detail
• Exceptional customer service and conflict handling skills
• Strong planning and organisational skills – delivery focused and action-oriented
• Ability to multi-task, to prioritise workload and to work under pressure
• Ability to work and make decisions independently and excellent judgement
• Ability to deal with ambiguity and change

One of our clients in Durban is looking for a Product Development Engineer to join their engineering product design manufacturing company!

Requirements include :

• Degree in Electrical Engineering
• ECSA professional registration advantageous
• Minimum of 5 years experience
• Electrical Power transmission experience advantageous
• Sound knowledge of CADD

Correspondence will only be conducted with short listed candidates. Should you not hear from us within 3 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Reference: CPT000257-GW-4

We are looking for a Product Development Technologist in the flavour, ingredient and colour industry. It is essential that you have experience in flavour formulations within the sweet division.

Requirements:

• Diploma/Degree – Food Technology/Food Science
• 2-5 years’ experience with product development
• Deadline driven
• Strong verbal and written communication
• Know how to put flavour/seasoning formulations together

• Formulate new flavours
• Flavour modification on existing products
• Develop and manipulate application formulation
• Compounding of samples
• Conducting sensory panels
• Source for new ingredients and evaluate raw materials
• Compiling of product specifications and process methods

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A Leading Financial Services client requires a Product Development Analyst to assist in formulating the overall strategy and design of products, features, and engagement processes.

• Assist in formulating the overall strategy and design of products, features, and engagement processes.
• Conduct trend analysis within digital services.
• Take ownership of financial models used in the planning and forecasting process.
• Manage the end-to-end life cycle of products and their distribution channels, including ideation, design, and management of features.

Matric / Grade 12

Tertiary Qualification - Bachelor's Degree or higher essential.
Minimum of 2 years of working experience in a strategy, business development, product development, management consulting, or digital services role within the Financial Services / Banking environment.
Demonstrated passion for financial technology and digital banking.

Salary: Market Related

• Identify key vehicle models through market surveys and define suitable product ranges.
• Determine OE and supplier part numbers across various categories (e.g., braking, filtration, ignition, suspension, lighting, etc.).
• Source suppliers for parts and equipment, including both local and international channels.
• Work with leadership to manage stock levels, pricing, product training, and catalogues.
• Monitor industry trends and competitor activity to keep offerings competitive and relevant.
• Drive consistent turnover growth through ongoing product development and innovation.

• 15+ years’ experience in a similar role, preferably in automotive aftermarket retail or wholesale.
• In-depth knowledge of automotive components and sourcing.
• Strong negotiation, market research, and product lifecycle management skills.