Food Production (Halal) Officer

Mottainai Food Tech (MTN) is a dynamic and forward-thinking local startup that’s revolutionising the food industry! We're all about transforming food processing "waste" into delicious, innovative products that are good for both you and the planet. Inspired by the Japanese concept of Mottainai, meaning “don’t waste,” our mission is simple: give food by-products a second life by upcycling them into value-added food.

At the heart of MTN is Jiro Meat, our flagship plant-based meat made from okara (soybean pulp) – a by-product of tofu and soymilk production. But that’s just the beginning! Our team is continuously working with various companies to turn their side streams into tasty, sustainable foods. We’ve got a creative mix of scientists, innovators, and business strategists who work closely together to develop cutting-edge solutions.

Why join us? We’re a fast-growing team backed by investors, industry leaders and governmental agencies. We believe in a fun, collaborative culture where everyone contributes ideas, experiments boldly, and celebrates wins together. If you’re excited about shaping the future of food and making a real environmental impact, come be part of our adventure at MTN!

If you're interested in a work-study post-diploma at any of the local polytechnics, we’re all for it! We’re excited to support you as you grow with us.

Role: We’re looking for a passionate Food Production (Halal) Officer to join our team! If you're excited about driving food innovation and upcycling food processing by-products, this role is for you.

Job Description: Your main responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

1. Upscaling of Jiro Meat from lab to pilot to commercialisation level.
2. Production of Jiro Meat.
3. Aid in the application and maintenance of accreditations such as Halal certification.
4. Maintenance of equipment in the production area.
5. Conduct QA/QC on the finished products.
6. Aid in designing use-cases for the Jiro Meat product.
7. Aid in conducting research and development trials for food processing by-products.

This is an on-site role based at our production plant and lab at 12 Jalan Besut (5-day work week). Don’t worry about the commute—we’ve got you covered with a shuttle bus to and from Lakeside MRT.

Qualifications: We're looking for applicants with the following qualifications:

1. NITEC / Higher Nitec graduates in Food Science & Technology or Food Science & Nutrition or similar field (if this is you, we want to hear from you!).
2. Experience with fermentation is a bonus, but fresh graduates are welcome too!
3. A creative thinker who can bring new product and technology ideas to life independently.
4. Strong English communication skills, both written and spoken, because clear ideas lead to great innovation.
5. Someone who thrives working both independently and as part of a team—we value collaboration but also give space for independent problem-solving.