Job Description

Job description:

Product, Quality & Food Technologist

About Zama:

Zama is more than a food brand -- it's a celebration of India's culture, culinary diversity, and deep-rooted hospitality. We're on a mission to create meaningful connections between people and the food they enjoy, through stories that matter.

About the Role:

We're looking for someone who's as passionate about food innovation as they are about quality and compliance. As a

Product, Quality & Food Technologist

, you'll be at the heart of our product journey -- from concept to final label.
This role requires a balance of technical know-how, creativity, and a keen eye for detail. You'll be working across new product development, ensuring food safety standards, managing certifications, and maintaining consistency in everything that carries the Zama name.

What You'll Do:

Research and develop

new food products

that align with our brand values -- clean, natural, and rooted in Indian tradition. Conduct

product trials, sensory evaluations, and shelf-life testing

for new and existing SKUs. Manage

labeling, stickering, and packaging content

-- ensuring all details (ingredients, nutrition facts, batch codes, etc.) are compliant and accurate. Work closely with vendors and co-packers for product consistency and adherence to Zama's quality standards. Oversee

quality control checks

-- from raw materials to finished goods. Prepare and maintain

FSSAI documentation

, specifications, and audit records. Be part of internal and third-party

food safety and compliance audits

. Coordinate

certifications

(organic, ISO, HACCP, etc.) and ensure timely renewals. Keep an eye on

market trends, ingredients, and innovations

to suggest new ideas for product lines. Work alongside the design and marketing teams to bring product concepts to life -- from ingredient storytelling to packaging details.

What We're Looking For:

Degree in

Food Technology / Food Science / Microbiology / Biotech

. 1-4 years of experience in

product development, quality assurance, or food compliance

. Strong knowledge of

FSSAI guidelines

, labeling norms, and documentation. Prior experience with

certification processes

(organic, HACCP, ISO) is a plus. Good analytical and communication skills with an eye for detail. Someone who enjoys working hands-on, multitasking, and collaborating with different teams. Passionate about food, curious about ingredients, and genuinely cares about quality.

Why You'll Love Working Here:

At Zama, we don't just build food products -- we build experiences. You'll get to work closely with a small, passionate team where your ideas matter and your contribution directly shapes what goes on the shelf. If you love the idea of combining science, creativity, and culture in your work -- this is for you.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

Cell phone reimbursement Health insurance Internet reimbursement Paid sick time Paid time off Provident Fund
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ?35,000.00 per month

Benefits:

Cell phone reimbursement Health insurance Internet reimbursement Paid time off Provident Fund
Application Question(s):

Are you ok to relocate to Nashik, Maharashtra ? What is your current in-hand salary ? Do you have experience in doing quality check of fruits/vegetables/ groceries (pulses,dal,oil,ghee etc ) How many years of food technology experience do you have ?
Work Location: In person