How you make the difference
Adecco Italia SpA is looking for a Product Development Specialist to join the R&D team in the Bolton Food Business Unit based in Italy. The position will play a crucial role in supporting our New Categories R&D Team in new product development projects, from the concept to the commercialization, ensuring Brand Quality and Food Safety standards. The role will also be responsible for technical aspects from lab to industrial scale.
How your agenda looks like
* Scout and test new ingredients and technologies
* Develop product formulations combining technical expertise and culinary creativity
* Support prototype development at pilot scale
* Define processing and packaging solutions to optimize shelf life and food safety
* Coordinate industrial trials and first production runs with Quality and Operations teams
* Prepare and manage product and process documentation
* Track and report development activities and results
* Work closely with Marketing to meet brand and market needs
Your team
You will report directly to the R&D Manager New Categories within the Brands and Innovation Team.
What makes you a great fit
Education
Degree in Food Science and Technology.
Work Experience
Minimum 2–3 years of experience in a similar role.
Technical Skills
Strong passion for cooking and the food industry, with a commitment to excellence. Previous experience with thermal processes (e.g., pasteurization), food safety aspects, and regulatory requirements within an international markets context are considered a plus.
Soft Skills
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously; strong teamwork skills and the ability to build and maintain positive relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.
Languages
Proficiency in Italian and English is required; knowledge of Spanish and/or French is a plus.
IT Skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, with a strong focus on Excel and PowerPoint.
What's in for you
* Work location: Cermenate, Italy
* Contract type: Permanent
* Working Hours: Full Time
* Remote Working: Standard business hours with remote working options available
Data inizio prevista: 01/03/2026
Categoria Professionale
Scientifico / Farmaceutico
Location
Cermenate (Como)
Disponibilità oraria
* Full Time
I candidati, nel rispetto del D.lgs. 198/2006, D.lgs 215/2003 e D.lgs 216/2003, sono invitati a leggere l'informativa sulla privacy consultabile sotto il form di richiesta dati della pagina di candidatura (Regolamento UE n. 2016/679).
Adecco Italia S.p.A. (Aut. Min. Prot. N.1100-SG del 26.11.2004).
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