Research & Development Specialist | Fachkraft Forschung & Entwicklung (m/w/d)

DIEPA GmbH Filiale Strausberg

Werneuchen, Brandenburg, Deutschland
Published Feb 24, 2026
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

As a Research & Development Specialist, you will play a pivotal role in a sustainable production company, focusing on the innovation and optimization of food products. Your day-to-day responsibilities involve conducting independent test series for raw material and recipe optimization, as well as translating new product ideas into reality at both laboratory and pilot plant scales. You will provide technical support for large-scale production trials, ensuring meticulous documentation and evaluation of results. A key part of the role includes preparing customized presentation samples for client meetings and collaborating across departments with project management, production, and quality assurance teams. This position is ideal for quality-conscious professionals looking for a technologically modern environment with significant creative freedom. The role offers excellent professional development opportunities and a supportive culture that values interdisciplinary exchange to create market-ready product solutions.

Required Skills

Education

Completed vocational training in the field of food technology (e.g., Food Technology Specialist, Chemical Technical Assistant (CTA), Biological Technical Assistant (BTA), or Chef with relevant industrial experience).

Experience

  • Professional experience in food processing or food technology
  • Experience in Research & Development (R&D) or product development is preferred
  • Proven experience in industrial food production environments
  • Practical experience in laboratory or pilot plant settings
  • Experience in interdisciplinary collaboration with production and quality management teams

Languages

Not specified

Additional

  • Valid Class B driver's license and own passenger car are mandatory as the company location is not accessible via public transportation.