Food Technologist (R&D, QC & Lab Lead)

Company: MomsMade - fast-growing D2C + Quick Commerce brand building Indias online Haldiram.

Location : On-site (Bangalore)

Type : Full Time

Objective: Set up our in-house Quality Lab from scratch, ensure 100% consistency in our hero products (like Thekua), and lead NPD for new traditional snacks.

1. Lab Setup & Quality Control (QC)

• Build the Lab: Identify, procure, and set up essential lab equipment (Moisture analyzers, pH meters, texture analyzers, etc.).
• Inward QC: Create strict specifications for all raw materials (flour, oil, ghee, spices) and test every incoming batch before it hits the kitchen.
• Outward QC: Test finished batches for moisture, texture, and rancidity before packaging.

2. Process Standardization (The Core)

• SOP Creation: Convert "cooks intuition" into scientific Standard Operating Procedures (Time, Temperature, Weight).
• Consistency: Ensure products (starting with Thekua) taste exactly the same every single time, regardless of who cooks them.
• Oil Management: Monitor TPC (Total Polar Compounds) and standardized frying cycles to ensure safety and taste.

3. NPD & R&D

• New Products: Develop shelf-stable recipes for new traditional snacks (Namkeen, Mathri, etc.) that match "Mom's hand taste."
• Shelf Life: Solve for crispness and rancidity to extend shelf life without using harmful preservatives.
• Packaging: Work on packaging solutions that protect against moisture and breakage during Quick Commerce delivery.

• Background: B.Tech / M.Tech in Food Technology.
• Experience: 25 years in Fried Snacks / Namkeen / Traditional Indian Sweets.
• Must-Have Skill: Experience setting up a basic QC lab and handling instrumentation.
• Mindset: You don't just sit in the lab; you are comfortable on the production floor working with chefs and staff.