Dairy Product Development Engineer
にゅうせいひんかいはつぎじゅつしゃ
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Research and Technical Occupations
- Middle : Development Engineers
- Minor : Food Development Engineers
Summary
A technical position responsible for dairy product formulation, manufacturing processes, quality evaluation, and development/improvement of new products.
Description
Dairy product development engineers specialize in creating new or improved products like yogurt, cheese, and butter through raw milk selection, formulation development, manufacturing process optimization, quality evaluation, and sensory testing. They handle a wide range of tasks including market research, consumer needs-based product planning, prototyping and scale-up, ingredient analysis, microbial management, shelf-life testing, and regulatory compliance. They collaborate with other departments in laboratories or factory labs, while also working on cost management and production efficiency improvements. Utilizing the latest fermentation technologies and equipment, they pursue quality stability and differentiation.
Future Outlook
With the growing demand for health-oriented and functional foods, the need for developing new dairy products is increasing. Responding to overseas markets and plant-based product trends, the role of research engineers will become increasingly important in the future.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Career Path
Researcher → Senior Researcher → Process Development Leader → Product Development Manager → R&D Director
Required Skills
Analytical Instrument Operation / Fermentation Control / Food Sanitation Law Knowledge / Formulation Design / Ingredient Analysis / Prototyping Evaluation Technology
Recommended Skills
English Literature Reading / Project Management / Sensory Evaluation / Standards Certification Compliance / Statistical Analysis
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Because it is necessary to logically analyze test data and manufacturing conditions. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because minute differences in formulation ratios can affect the product. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Because creative thinking is required to create new flavors and textures. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Because it is necessary to continuously learn new technologies and raw material characteristics. |
| Problem Solving | Because the ability to solve troubles occurring in the manufacturing process is necessary. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly lab work and desk work, with little heavy labor. |
Related Qualifications
- Dairy Products Hygiene Supervisor
- Food Hygiene Manager
- Quality Control Certification
Aliases
- Dairy Product Development Engineer
- Dairy Product Engineer
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- Food Development Engineer
- Process Development Engineer
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