DEVELOPER D&A

JOB DESCRIPTION Summary/Objective The Application Developer is responsible for processing development projects in the best possible way.
Mostly related to beverage development.
Essential Functions Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Adhering to the approved budget and introducing suitable measures to counteract potential and actual deviations in consultation with the line manager.
Stimulating continuous standardization and optimization of processes and Organisational structures and implementing corresponding measures in consultation with the line manager.
Ensuring an optimum exchange of information within the division and with the interfaces.
Documenting efficient and effective processes in the company's internal IT systems.
Developing new recipes and production processes and applying them as part of innovation projects (ItM) as a co-project owner in cooperation with the Product Manager of the respective business unit.
Developing new recipes and production processes and implementing new raw materials as part of B2B customer projects (BtO) and, if required, B2C customer projects as the co-project owner in collaboration with the respective Technical Project Manager.
Implementing guidelines on the execution and initiation of a diverse range of tests concerning the shelf life of and change in raw materials and B2B and B2C products in collaboration with Quality and Product Science.
Implementing the newly-developed or optimized technological processes and process methods.
Specifying criteria for the analysis of customer and reference products.
Developing new raw materials and adapting existing recipes from the point of view of quality and costs.
Compiling application recommendations for new raw materials in application products.
Ordering new raw materials by submitting a product request to Sourcing and specifying criteria for the analysis of the new raw materials.
Creating and maintaining recipes in SAP.
Maintaining product-specific substance data in SAP.
Providing support in the optimisation of the recipe portfolio in terms of cost structure, resource use and quality in collaboration with Recipe Management.
Ensuring the correct and punctual execution of laboratory mixtures and the creation of product samples.
Tasting developed products.
Collaborating with technical project managers and Sales (discussing briefings, clarifying questions usually for BtO processes, tasting, evaluating samples, selecting samples).
Coordinating customer visits and workshops taking place and conducting them independently in focus projects.
Evaluating and conducting measures assigned by Quality and corrective action.
Discussing with and supporting the Technical Account Manager on customer-specific circumstances, recipe formulation and filling technology.
Implementing in-house and statutory specifications and guidelines on hygiene, HACCP, food safety, occupational safety and environmental protection.
Supervisory Responsibility None   Work Environment While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration.
The noise level in the work environment and job sites can be loud.
This position is occasionally exposed to wet, warm, humid and cold temperatures.
Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear.
The employee frequently is required to sit; stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work This is a full-time position with regular office hours of 8.
a.
.
to 5.
p.
.
Hours may vary on occasion depending on work load.
Travel Less than 20%   Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in chemistry, food science or other related field SAP experience 2-5 years’ experience in food & beverage development Proficient in all Microsoft Office applications   Preferred Qualifications Advanced education/degree desirable Safety/ Food Safety.
Döhler USA, Inc.
is committed to providing a safe and secure work environment for all employees.
It is the duty of all employees to ensure that a safe working environment and safe working practices are maintained at all times.
It is also the responsibility of management to do so.
Employee  should Comply with all policies and procedures, including safety, food safety/security and GMPs.
Employee should report any unsafe conditions immediately to supervisor or designated party.
AAP/EEO Statement Döhler USA, Inc.
provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.
In addition to federal law requirements, Döhler USA, Inc.
complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Döhler USA, Inc.
expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.
Improper interference with the ability of Döhler USA, Inc.’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.
Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.
Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.