Product Technologist ANZ - Dry & C&T

Job Description

Job Description:

• You’ll be the go-to expert for Dry & C&T product and raw material performance in the ANZ region
• Mars Petcare Australia home to much loved brands such as WHISKAS, ADVANCE, PEDIGREE
• Permanent Full-time tole based onsite in Bathurst + relocation support on offer

We’re looking for a Product Technologist ANZ - Dry & C&T to join our talented R&D team. This role sits at the heart of transforming ideas into real products that pets love and consumers trust.

With responsibilities spanning innovation, renovation, troubleshooting, raw materials expertise, and factory-scale trials, this is a role where you’ll truly see the impact of your work every day.

Are you passionate about product development, problem solving, and bringing innovations to life?

If so, your next adventure could be with Mars Petcare, right here in Bathurst, NSW — the home of some of Australia’s most loved pet nutrition products!

What You'll Be Doing

In this exciting, hands-on role, you’ll be the go-to expert for Dry & C&T product and raw material performance in the ANZ region.

You’ll partner across R&D, Supply, Q&FS, Formulations, and more to deliver product excellence, solve challenges, and support a pipeline of innovation.

You will:

• Attend daily FMOS meetings and support 2nd level troubleshooting
• Provide product/raws expertise to resolve issues and maintain factory efficiency
• Identify and support continuous improvement opportunities across ANZ
• Lead factory-scale trials for product or raw material changes
• Support new raw material introductions, documentation, and supplier testing
• Communicate progress to project teams and key stakeholders
• Perform product/raws risk assessments and manage waivers
• Support Q&FS, HACCP and internal/external audits
• Assist affiliate markets with re-registration documentation
• Approve product artwork (for non-pack change projects)
• Update technical specs and support formulation reviews
• Partner with the Customer Care Team on product or process enquiries
• Participate in Handover 1 & 2 activities, ensuring readiness for production

Who We’re Looking For

A curious, analytical, and hands-on technologist who can move easily between the lab, factory floor, and project meetings.

You’ll bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Food Science, Nutrition, Biological Science, or similar
• 5+ years’ experience in FMCG (R&D, Supply, or Engineering)
• Experience in food manufacturing
• Understanding of raw materials, their functionality, and testing methods
• Experience applying scientific methodology and problem-solving
• Clear and confident communication skills
• A collaborative mindset and love for connecting across functions

Bonus points if you love pets as much as we do!

Why Mars? Why Bathurst?

At Mars, we’re family-owned, purpose-driven, and powered by our Five Principles. You’ll join a supportive R&D community, work on meaningful projects, and help deliver products that pets love and owners trust.

And Bathurst? It’s one of the region’s best-kept secrets—great food, great people, great lifestyle. Affordable living, space to breathe, and a vibrant community. It’s the perfect place to build a career and enjoy the journey.

Internal applicants: This role has been graded as a T1 opportunity, please ensure that you discuss your application with your line manager prior to applying including obtaining their endorsement prior to applying.

Applications close: Tuesday 16th of December, 2025