Job Description
Diana Group
WE ARE HIRING RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT EXECUTIVE
ABOUT THE COMPANY
Diana is one of Sri Lanka's long-established FMCG manufacturers, with a proud legacy spanning over four decades in the food industry. The Group produces a diverse portfolio of biscuits, chocolates, wafers, and snack products that are trusted by consumers across the island and in international markets.
Driven by a strong commitment to quality, innovation, and continuous improvement, Diana operates modern manufacturing facilities supported by a growing distribution and business network. As the organization continues its transformation and growth journey, we place strong emphasis on building capable teams, robust systems, and a high-performance workplace culture. In line with this strategic direction, we invite suitably qualified and experienced professionals to join our team.
Company: Diana Chocolates (Pvt) Ltd
Location: Matale
Responsibilities
- Responsible for end-to-end New Product Development (Chocolate & Snack) and improve existing products & process Improvements.
- Conduct required market research & sensory evaluations.
- Conduct laboratory trials, pilot trials, and scale-up activities for commercial production.
- Conduct and follow-up initial commercial production runs to ensure successful implementation.
- Evaluate the compliances of raw material and packaging material for the products & maintain good controls of the materials
- Coordinate with relevant parties for processes improvement.
- Ensure accurate documentation and record-keeping of all R&D trials and related activities.
- Comply with all company policies, procedures, and industry regulations
- Responsible for compliance status of packaging and labeling requirements of the food regulations.
- Investigate & resolve quality issues, implementing corrective & preventive actions (CAPA)
- Analyze data and prepare required reports, and recommendations.
Personal Profile
- Bachelor's Degree in Food Science or similar discipline.
- Minimum 2 years of experience in a similar position
- Good knowledge of Industry standards & food regulations.
- Familiarity with laboratory techniques and product analysis & ERP system
- Knowledge in FSSC, GMP, SLS, Halal, HACCP standards.
- Good communication & Interpersonal skills
- Strong project management & analytical skills.
Please forward your updated CV along with the contact details of two non-related referees to: careers@diana.lk
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