Sheekharr Starch Pvt Ltd

Company Name:
Sheekharr Starch Pvt Ltd

Job Title:
Cheese Expert Research & Development (R&D)

Job Location:
Navi Mumbai

Description:

Experience: 5-8 Years

Qualification: B.Tech /

M.Tech in Dairy Technology, Food Technology

Key Responsibilities

Product Development & Innovation Conceptualize, formulate, and develop new cheese products (Mozzarella, Cheddar, Processed, Gouda, Brie, Artisan, and specialty cheeses).

Conduct experiments, trials, and sensory evaluations to optimize product texture, flavor, and functionality.

Innovate with cultures, enzymes, emulsifiers, and stabilizers to create differentiated cheese products.

Process & Technology Development.

Design and standardize processing parameters (temperature, pH, coagulation, stretching, ripening).

Collaborate with production teams to scale lab trials to pilot and commercial levels.

Identify and validate new equipment, technologies, and automation solutions for cheese processing.

Optimize yield, cost efficiency, and quality consistency through process improvements.

Define and implement quality control parameters and analytical methods for R&D and production.

Ensure all formulations comply with FSSAI and international food safety standards.

Document experimental data, formulations, process conditions, and results in detailed R&D reports.

Desired Candidate Profile

B.Tech/M.Tech in

Dairy Technology, Food Technology, or Food Science.

5-8 years of hands-on experience in cheese product development and process innovation.

Strong technical knowledge of cheese chemistry, microbiology, starter cultures, and aging processes.

Proven track record of developing and commercializing cheese products.

Familiarity with pilot-scale and industrial cheese-making equipment.

Passion for research, innovation, and continuous learning in dairy science

Apply here:
hr@sheekharr.com 
subject line - Application for Cheese Expert -Research & Development (R&D)