Company description

Mottainai Food Tech (MTN) is a dynamic and forward-thinking local startup 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. Inspired by the Japanese concept of Mottainai, meaning "don't waste," our mission is simple: give food by-products a second life by upcycling them into value-added food.

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 talented team is continuously working with various companies to turn their side streams into tasty, sustainable foods. We've got a creative mix of scientists, innovators, and business strategists who work closely together to develop cutting-edge solutions.

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!

Role : We're looking for a passionate Halal Production Operator to join our team!

Job Description : Your main responsibilites will include, but are not limited to:

• Upscaling of Jiro Meat from lab to pilot to commercialisation level.

• Production of Jiro Meat.

• Aid in the application and maintenance of accreditations such as Halal certification.

• Maintenance of machinery and production area.

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.

Qualifications : We're looking for applicants with the following qualifications:

• NITEC / Higher Nitec graduates in Food Science & Technology or Food Science & Nutrition or similar field (if this is you, we want to hear from you!).

• Halal Competency Assessment (successful applicants will be required to undergo assessment if they do not already possess the qualification)