Process Technologist

Company

IRCA Group is a leading international B2B provider of semi-finished ingredients for the bakery, pastry and gelato markets, serving independent producers and large food manufacturers. Core products include chocolate, decorations, creams, inclusions, pastry mixes, gelato ingredients, and other bakery/pastry ingredients.

Headquartered in Italy, IRCA Group has a strong track record of growth over the last decade. It has 22 manufacturing facilities worldwide, 2,400 employees, and €1 billion in revenues.

What We Offer

IRCA fosters a dynamic environment, embracing diversity and valuing diverse perspectives and international experiences, offering a stimulating context. We promote professional growth by providing tailor-made development programs and career advancement opportunities locally and internationally.

With locations worldwide, we offer the chance to work on international projects, collaborate across cultures, and gain a global perspective. Joining our team means becoming part of a global community of passionate professionals dedicated to making a difference.

If you are looking for:

·         a competitive salary

·         stimulating challenges

·         the chance to contribute your ideas for process improvement in an ever-growing company

IRCA is the right place.

About the Role

Process Technologist – Drive Innovation from Kitchen to Production Line

Are you passionate about turning ideas into reality on the factory floor? As a Process Technologist at Irca, you’ll play a key role in bringing new products to life and ensuring our manufacturing processes are as efficient and effective as possible.

In this dynamic role, you’ll take ownership of scaling up new product concepts—from kitchen samples to full-scale production—ensuring smooth transitions and precise execution at every stage. You'll collaborate closely with teams across R&D, Engineering, Planning, and Quality Assurance to make sure we deliver high-quality products on time, every time.     

You’ll be a key technical partner across departments, helping shape how we make great products even better. If you’re hands-on, solution-driven, and ready to make a real impact, we’d love to hear from you.

• Scale up new production from kitchen samples to full-scale manufacturing.
• Work cross-functionally with R&D, engineering, planning, and quality teams.
• Troubleshoot and resolve production challenges.
• Lead local Product Improvement Projects (PIP) to drive cost efficiency and optimise raw materials.
• Take ownership of new product launches before handing them over to production.
• Identify and implement process improvements for efficiency gains and cost savings.

• Troubleshooting and solving production challenges as they arise
• Optimising processing conditions to maximise efficiency and consistency
•  Leading local Product Improvement Projects to reduce costs and improve raw material usage
•  Driving continuous improvement and supporting our commitment to manufacturing excellence

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience with extruded and baked products.
• Proven project management and people management experience.
• Strong knowledge of food ingredients and manufacturing processes.
• Proficiency in Optiva PLM and M3 (essential).
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work independently or as part of a team.

At Irca, we believe that diversity is a fundamental value and a source of strength and innovation. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where all employees, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, ability, religion, nationality, or any other dimension of diversity, feel welcomed, valued, and respected and encourage people of all natures to apply.