Product Implementation Manager

Are you ready to be part of something bigger? At Lite n' Easy, we're not just about meals; we're about transforming lives through better eating habits. We make it effortless for Aussies to embrace healthier choices, whether they're on a weight loss journey or simply aiming to maintain a balanced lifestyle. As a team, we pour our passion into crafting meals that are not only nutritious but also bursting with flavour.

What's in it for you?

Supportive Environment: Work alongside passionate individuals in our Banyo, Brisbane Head office. Benefits: Enjoy perks like secure onsite parking, product discounts, and access to our free onsite gym. Meaningful Work: Help provide delicious, healthy meals to time-strapped individuals and those dedicated to wellness.

About the Role

The primary focus for this role will be to lead the food technologist team to facilitate the implementation of new meal concepts within our current product offerings and new meal categories from a technical point of view into our MQF facilities. Part of this role will also see you involved in monitoring, maintaining and reporting on current products, processes and operating standards.

• Application of food science knowledge in ingredient functionality and process technology to implement new or improve existing products within the MQF facility.
• Liaise with other R&D functions, Quality Assurance, Safety & Operations departments to provide technical support as required on current & new products or process.
• Assist other R&D functions in the validation of new equipment ensuring technical information is provided to the relevant supporting teams.
• Liaising with the QA Food Safety Manager to ensure required microbial testing standards are set and achieved.
• Set individual team members KPI’s to monitor, manage and follow up on performance (weekly, monthly, quarterly and annually).

About You:

• Bachelor Degree in Food Science or Equivalent industry experience. 
• 10+ years experience within a similar and relevant role within the food industry is essential
• able to collaborate with cross-functional teams, including R&D, quality, safety and operations  
• ability to lead and mentor a team effectively to achieve development goals
• demonstrates strong people management, decision-making, problem-solving skills and negotiation skills
• strong understanding of food manufacturing processes, including materials development/application/testing.
• understanding in regulatory requirements (FSANZ / HACCP)

If you're ready to take on your next challenge and be part of an Australia's leading food company then apply now! Join us in shaping the future of healthy eating in Australia!

Please note that only Australian Citizens or Residents are eligible to apply.