It's really no secret, our people are at the heart of everything we do - that's what makes us One Harvest!  Our ambition is to help people live better lives, an ambition that which ranges from the healthy foods we develop and manufacture, to providing meaningful employee experiences. We have 1,000 talented team members across Australia & every one of us is passionate about innovation, sustainability & quality.

NPD Process Technologist
Location: Brisbane, QLD, Australia
Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time

One Harvest is seeking a dedicated NPD Process Technologist to join our commercial team in Brisbane, QLD. In this permanent full-time role, you will play a key role in the development, optimisation, and successful launch of new and existing products.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation of newly developed salad recipes from approved concept through to launch, in accordance with the Stage Gate process.
• Design, plan, and execute factory trials; accurately record results and collaborate with stakeholders to enhance manufacturing capability and product quality.
• Scale benchtop samples to factory production to assess feasibility, including cut size, product quality, and packing performance.
• Evaluate new and existing products against microbiological, physical, chemical, and sensory criteria, ensuring compliance with FSANZ and customer requirements.
• Develop, review, and maintain product specifications, including:
  • Running the VITAL tool to manage allergen declarations and precautionary labelling.
  • Calculating Nutritional Information Panels (NIP) and Health Star Ratings (HSR) using AUSNUT data.
  • Drafting accurate and compliant ingredient declarations in line with raw material composition and FSANZ guidelines.
• Support supply chain optimization through carton format development and palletization planning for new products.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of quality and food safety procedures associated with recipe changes and process improvements.
• Act as the primary point of contact for customer NPD requests, ensuring clear communication and timely delivery.
• Review and verify AFGC Product Information Forms (PIFs) from suppliers for accuracy and compliance.
• Coordinate with national and site-based teams to support critical business initiatives, including rebrands and product transitions.
• Ensure products meet customer specifications and all relevant regulatory requirements.
• Promote and adhere to site-wide food safety, GMP, and quality standards, including participation in scheduled site walkthroughs.
• Support internal and external audits in collaboration with the national technical and factory teams.

Key Accountabilities

• Lead trials and experiments to optimize existing processes and support new product development.
• Develop and maintain detailed documentation, including process parameters, specifications, and standard procedures.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives by identifying and implementing process enhancements.
• Provide technical support and guidance to internal stakeholders on product development and process-related matters.

Qualifications & Experience

• Degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Proven experience in new product development within a food manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of NPD processes and methodologies.
• Experience with Australian Retailer specification systems and processes.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct feasibility studies and cost analyses for new products.
• Sound knowledge of food regulations, safety standards, and compliance requirements.
• Experience working collaboratively with cross-functional teams, including R&D, Production, and Quality.
• Strong data analysis and interpretation skills to support informed decision-making.
• Excellent project management skills, with the ability to manage timelines and deliverables in a fast-paced environment.
• Highly developed communication skills, with confidence in presenting findings and recommendations.

If you are passionate about innovation and driving excellence in product development, we would love to hear from you.

Join One Harvest and be part of a dynamic team that is committed to delivering high-quality products to consumers across Australia.

Grow with OH

• An opportunity to advance your skills and capability working alongside industry professionals
• A genuine career path for goal-oriented people
• Ability to travel to other business manufacturing sites
• A collaborative team environment with a dynamic company in a high-growth sector
• The chance to contribute to a company that is making a real difference in the lives of Australians

What we are proud of

One Harvest are industry leaders in the Fresh Food/ FMCG industry with more than 25 years of experience. We proudly grow, harvest, process & supply fresher, healthier, easy everyday foods for everyone through our unique & value add produce into supermarkets and green grocers around the country.

Belonging

One Harvest is an inclusive, equal opportunity workplace where individual strengths are valued, leading to increased diversity & innovation. A culture of inclusion leads to diversity of experience, perspective & thinking, creating an amazing place to work with better outcomes for our people & our customers. One Harvest is committed to fostering inclusion & belonging through our work, & our people are encouraged to bring their whole self to work.