Join Us as an Associate Food Technologist / Food Technologist (Halal Assurance)!

Mottainai Food Tech (MTN) is a dynamic and forward-thinking local start-up that's revolutionising the food industry! We're all about transforming food processing "waste" into delicious, innovative products that are good for both you and the planet. At the heart of MTN is Jiro Meat, our flagship plant-based meat made from okara (soybean pulp) - a by-product of tofu and soymilk production. But that's just the beginning! Our team is continuously working with various companies to turn their side streams into tasty, sustainable foods.

Why Join Us?

We're a fast-growing team backed by investors, industry leaders, and governmental agencies. We believe in a fun, collaborative culture where everyone contributes ideas, experiments boldly, and celebrates wins together. If you're excited about shaping the future of food and making a real environmental impact, come be part of our adventure at MTN!

Job Responsibilities - You will be tasked to:

• Upscale our plant-based meat from lab development to pilot production and eventually full commercial production.
• Support the application and maintenance of key certifications like ISO22000 and Halal certification to ensure our products meet global standards.
• Perform QA/QC to ensure the highest quality for our finished products.
• Create and design use cases for our plant-based meat, finding new ways for people to enjoy it.
• Conduct R&D trials for okara sourced from new suppliers, ensuring our ingredients stay top-notch.
• Experiment with other food processing by-products, turning them into innovative, sustainable food solutions.
• Represent us at trade shows and industry events, sharing our mission and promoting our products and technologies.

Location: This is an on-site role based at our production plant and lab at 12 Jalan Besut (5-day work week). Don't worry about the commute-we've got you covered with a shuttle bus to and from Lakeside MRT.

Who We're Looking For:

• A Polytechnic Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Food Science & Technology or Food Science & Nutrition.
• Experience with fermentation is a bonus, but fresh graduates are welcome too!
• A creative problem solver who can independently develop new products and technologies.
• Strong communication skills, especially the ability to write and speak effectively in English.
• Comfortable with conducting and interpreting scientific research from literature.

Additional Information on Halal Certification

As part of our Halal certification requirements, our facility must maintain a minimum number of Muslim personnel involved in food handling and supervision. This role contributes to meeting that requirement.