Junior R&D Specialist

Job description

**Who we are:** IRCA Group, an Advent portfolio company, was founded in Italy in 1919, and it is a leading international B2B provider of high-quality semi-finished ingredients such as chocolate, decorations, creams, inclusions, nuts and pistachios, pastry mixes, gelato ingredients, and other essential solutions for industrial clients or other independent artisanal producers. With more than 2.200 employees, 20 production facilities worldwide, and €1.3 billion in revenues, IRCA Group has a solid track record of growth and international expansion. --- **What do we offer:** - An international and inclusive environment, with opportunities to work on global projects and collaborate with colleagues worldwide - Career growth opportunities, including possibilities abroad --- **The role:** We are looking for a proactive and dynamic **Junior Food Technologist** to join our R&D Team, supporting the development and optimization of different product categories, including ice cream, pastry, bakery, creams, and powder-based products, while contributing to product data management and master data maintenance activities. This is an exciting opportunity for a curious and motivated young professional eager to learn, grow, and contribute to innovative projects in a fast-paced international environment. ### What will you do: - Data processing activities and technical documentation support on the product (product datasheets, etc.) - Formulation of recipes and/or re-elaboration following feedback - Analysis on pilot plants - Test new product and process solutions - Testing of alternatives - Sampling - Develop research on raw materials and semi-finished products - Product functional analysis ### Requirements: - **Education:** Degree in Food Science and Technology. - **Technical Knowledge:** Understanding of food technologies, food industry regulations, and industrial production processes (considered a plus). - **Experience:** Previous experience as a Food Technologist is considered a plus; recent graduates are encouraged to apply. - **Languages:** Fluent Italian and English (minimum B2 level required). - **Digital Skills:** Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, and a strong aptitude for digital tools and technologies. - **Behavioural Competencies:** Proactive attitude, curiosity and willingness to learn, ability to work autonomously, and strong communication and teamwork skills. ### Other details: - **Location**: Gallarate (VA) - **Working hours**: Full time, 40h/week, from Monday to Friday - **Contract**: CCNL Alimentare Industria - **Duration**: Approximately 12 months (6+6), with the possibility of future opportunities within the team based on business needs and individual performance. - **Level**: Impiegatizio - **Meal vouchers**: €8 for each day spent in the office - **Remuneration**: starting from RAL 29.000€