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The Sterling Choice
Process Technologist
The Sterling Choice
Process Technologist Up to £38,000 + Benefits If you want a quiet, predictable role this isn t it. If you want to be in the middle of factory trials, launches, and real decision-making - keep reading. This is a hands-on Process role on a high-volume chilled manufacturing site supplying major retailers. You ll play a key role in taking products from concept to full-scale production - making sure what looks good on paper actually works in reality. What you ll be doing: Running and leading factory trials Troubleshooting issues during scale-up Working closely with production, technical, and NPD teams Ensuring successful product launches Identifying improvements in processes and efficiency Why this role stands out: You ll have real involvement, not just observation Plenty of variety, no two weeks look the same A fast-moving environment where you can develop quickly Strong support and development opportunities What you ll need: Experience in food manufacturing (Process / NPD / Technical) Strong understanding of factory processes and food safety A practical, problem-solving mindset Ability to handle a fast-paced environment What s in it for you: Salary up to £38k Pension, life assurance, share scheme Ongoing development and progression opportunities A role where you can actually make an impact If you re looking for something more hands-on, with real responsibility and room to grow - this is worth a look.
Apr 30, 2026
Full time
Process Technologist Up to £38,000 + Benefits If you want a quiet, predictable role this isn t it. If you want to be in the middle of factory trials, launches, and real decision-making - keep reading. This is a hands-on Process role on a high-volume chilled manufacturing site supplying major retailers. You ll play a key role in taking products from concept to full-scale production - making sure what looks good on paper actually works in reality. What you ll be doing: Running and leading factory trials Troubleshooting issues during scale-up Working closely with production, technical, and NPD teams Ensuring successful product launches Identifying improvements in processes and efficiency Why this role stands out: You ll have real involvement, not just observation Plenty of variety, no two weeks look the same A fast-moving environment where you can develop quickly Strong support and development opportunities What you ll need: Experience in food manufacturing (Process / NPD / Technical) Strong understanding of factory processes and food safety A practical, problem-solving mindset Ability to handle a fast-paced environment What s in it for you: Salary up to £38k Pension, life assurance, share scheme Ongoing development and progression opportunities A role where you can actually make an impact If you re looking for something more hands-on, with real responsibility and room to grow - this is worth a look.
Protea Recruitment LTD
New Product Development (NPD) Technologist
Protea Recruitment LTD Norwich, Norfolk
New Product Development (NPD) Technologist Location: Site-based Norfolk Salary: £30,000 £35,000 Sector: Food Manufacturing The Role We are recruiting for a New Product Development Technologist to support the delivery of new product development projects within a fast-paced food manufacturing environment click apply for full job details
Apr 30, 2026
Full time
New Product Development (NPD) Technologist Location: Site-based Norfolk Salary: £30,000 £35,000 Sector: Food Manufacturing The Role We are recruiting for a New Product Development Technologist to support the delivery of new product development projects within a fast-paced food manufacturing environment click apply for full job details
Product Development Technologist
On A Roll Sandwich Company Ltd Middlesbrough, Yorkshire
Job Description: Supporting the NPD team, On a Roll Sandwich Company are looking for a full time Product Development Technologist to assist with new and existing development projects. This role would be suitable for someone with previous experience in product development or recently graduated. Candidates must have a passion for food and be a strong team player click apply for full job details
Apr 30, 2026
Full time
Job Description: Supporting the NPD team, On a Roll Sandwich Company are looking for a full time Product Development Technologist to assist with new and existing development projects. This role would be suitable for someone with previous experience in product development or recently graduated. Candidates must have a passion for food and be a strong team player click apply for full job details
D R Newitt & Associates
NPD Technologist
D R Newitt & Associates City, Wolverhampton
BASED NEAR WOLVERHAMPTON PERMANENT ROLE COMPANY Successful and growing Food Manufacturer with a strong customer base across Retail and Food service. In past years substantial investment has been made to ensure that this business is at the very forefront in Food Manufacturing Excellence! ROLE Reporting into the NPD Manager, The New Product Development (NPD) Technologist plays a key role in supporting the development and control of new products from concept to launch. This position involves working closely with cross-functional teams, including production, procurement, sales, and Technical, to ensure that new products meet both customer needs and company standards. The NPD Technologist will develop new products that fully align with product trends and factory capabilities. CANDIDATE You will have previous experience working in NPD within the Food Manufacturing sector. Applications are welcome from any Food background. Food Science Degree or equivalent is desirable although not essential. Working Monday- Friday, 8:30am- 4:30pm Salary up to 35K + package Real potential to progress as the business continues to grow at a rapid rate! Right to work in the UK required
Apr 29, 2026
Full time
BASED NEAR WOLVERHAMPTON PERMANENT ROLE COMPANY Successful and growing Food Manufacturer with a strong customer base across Retail and Food service. In past years substantial investment has been made to ensure that this business is at the very forefront in Food Manufacturing Excellence! ROLE Reporting into the NPD Manager, The New Product Development (NPD) Technologist plays a key role in supporting the development and control of new products from concept to launch. This position involves working closely with cross-functional teams, including production, procurement, sales, and Technical, to ensure that new products meet both customer needs and company standards. The NPD Technologist will develop new products that fully align with product trends and factory capabilities. CANDIDATE You will have previous experience working in NPD within the Food Manufacturing sector. Applications are welcome from any Food background. Food Science Degree or equivalent is desirable although not essential. Working Monday- Friday, 8:30am- 4:30pm Salary up to 35K + package Real potential to progress as the business continues to grow at a rapid rate! Right to work in the UK required
Henderson Brown Recruitment
Packaging Technologist
Henderson Brown Recruitment Coventry, Warwickshire
Packaging Technologist Coventry 35,000 - 38,000 Permanent Mon - Fri Duties of the role include: Lead packaging development projects end-to-end, collaborating with design agencies to deliver best-in-class artwork, reprographics, and print quality Drive continuous improvement in printing processes, ensuring consistency, efficiency, and brand excellence across all SKUs Manage artwork briefs, cutter guides, and packaging specifications, while coordinating seamless redesigns and film changeovers Partner with NPD teams to bring new products to market, supporting trials, transit testing, and on-site implementation Act as the go-to technical expert for packaging on-site, troubleshooting issues and supporting QA and operations teams Analyse packaging performance to enhance line efficiency, reduce waste, and improve product protection and shelf appeal Ensure all packaging meets regulatory, legal, and technical compliance, with accurate digital specification management Deliver cost optimisation and sustainability initiatives, including material rationalisation and supplier-driven innovation What We're Looking For Experience in a packaging technologist or packaging development role within FMCG or manufacturing Strong knowledge of packaging materials, print processes, and reprographics Proven ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholders in a fast-moving environment Commercial awareness with experience delivering cost-saving or efficiency improvement initiatives Excellent communication skills with a proactive, solutions-focused mindset Own transport Full UK working rights. No sponsorship or visas available If you believe you have the skills and personality to fit these requirements please either apply via this advert or call Henderson Brown on (phone number removed) for more information.
Apr 29, 2026
Full time
Packaging Technologist Coventry 35,000 - 38,000 Permanent Mon - Fri Duties of the role include: Lead packaging development projects end-to-end, collaborating with design agencies to deliver best-in-class artwork, reprographics, and print quality Drive continuous improvement in printing processes, ensuring consistency, efficiency, and brand excellence across all SKUs Manage artwork briefs, cutter guides, and packaging specifications, while coordinating seamless redesigns and film changeovers Partner with NPD teams to bring new products to market, supporting trials, transit testing, and on-site implementation Act as the go-to technical expert for packaging on-site, troubleshooting issues and supporting QA and operations teams Analyse packaging performance to enhance line efficiency, reduce waste, and improve product protection and shelf appeal Ensure all packaging meets regulatory, legal, and technical compliance, with accurate digital specification management Deliver cost optimisation and sustainability initiatives, including material rationalisation and supplier-driven innovation What We're Looking For Experience in a packaging technologist or packaging development role within FMCG or manufacturing Strong knowledge of packaging materials, print processes, and reprographics Proven ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholders in a fast-moving environment Commercial awareness with experience delivering cost-saving or efficiency improvement initiatives Excellent communication skills with a proactive, solutions-focused mindset Own transport Full UK working rights. No sponsorship or visas available If you believe you have the skills and personality to fit these requirements please either apply via this advert or call Henderson Brown on (phone number removed) for more information.
NPD Stability Technologist
Vitaflo International Ltd Liverpool, Merseyside
Company description: Vitaflo (International) Limited For more than 25 years, Vitaflo has developed innovative specialised clinical nutritional products for inherited metabolic disorders, pediatric?kidney disease, and specialised diets such as the ketogenic diet. Vitaflo products offer patients choice, flexibility, and convenience click apply for full job details
Apr 29, 2026
Seasonal
Company description: Vitaflo (International) Limited For more than 25 years, Vitaflo has developed innovative specialised clinical nutritional products for inherited metabolic disorders, pediatric?kidney disease, and specialised diets such as the ketogenic diet. Vitaflo products offer patients choice, flexibility, and convenience click apply for full job details
Major Recruitment Coventry
Packaging Technologist - Food Industry
Major Recruitment Coventry
Packaging Technologist - Food Industry Location: Coventry (Site-Based) Salary: Up to 35,000 (DOE) Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5:00pm Industry: Food Industry / FMCG Travel: Occasional travel between sites About the Role We are recruiting a Packaging Technologist for a leading organisation in the food industry . This hands-on role supports the development and optimisation of packaging across a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You'll be involved in NPD, artwork management, operational troubleshooting and continuous improvement to ensure packaging meets consumer, customer and technical needs. Key Responsibilities Packaging Development & Artwork Manage design house relationships and support artwork best practice Improve print processes and reprographics quality Create cutter guides, brief artwork and coordinate packaging redesigns Oversee film changeovers for new and existing SKUs NPD Support Support packaging development for new product launches Attend production trials and ensure packaging meets transit and quality standards Manage FTP timelines and packaging introduction on site Operational & Technical Support Resolve day-to-day packaging issues with QA and Operations Develop knowledge of materials to improve line efficiency and product performance Compliance & Documentation Ensure packaging is legally compliant, fit for purpose and correctly specified Cost & Innovation Deliver packaging cost-saving and rationalisation projects Build relationships with suppliers and stay informed on industry trends and innovations Decision-Making & Scope You will influence decisions around packaging specifications, film types, design changes and machine settings. Scope: Local (UK/I) Typical Challenges Resolving packaging quality issues Delivering NPD packaging where machinery capability varies Meeting tight artwork timelines Cost reduction without compromising quality Ensuring legal compliance Selecting correct barrier films for product and shelf-life needs Working Relationships Internal: QA, Operations, Purchasing, Marketing, Sales, Logistics, Project Management, Finance, HR External: Suppliers, Customers, Chefs, Campden BRI, Industry Bodies (e.g., WRAP) What We're Looking For Experience in packaging development (food industry or FMCG ideal) Strong artwork/print development and project management skills A proactive problem solver with excellent communication skills Understanding of packaging legislation, materials and reprographics Salary & Benefits Salary: Up to 38,000 (fixed budget) Holiday: 25 days + bank holidays Pension: Statutory (Salary Exchange) Company Sick Pay: 1 month (post probation) Retail discount scheme Cycle to Work Scheme & Techscheme Long Service Awards GEM Awards - Employee Recognition Programme Employee Assistance Programme (with pension enrolment) 4x Death in Service (with pension enrolment) Apply Today If you're ready to develop innovative and efficient packaging solutions within the food industry, apply now or email direct to (url removed)
Apr 28, 2026
Full time
Packaging Technologist - Food Industry Location: Coventry (Site-Based) Salary: Up to 35,000 (DOE) Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5:00pm Industry: Food Industry / FMCG Travel: Occasional travel between sites About the Role We are recruiting a Packaging Technologist for a leading organisation in the food industry . This hands-on role supports the development and optimisation of packaging across a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You'll be involved in NPD, artwork management, operational troubleshooting and continuous improvement to ensure packaging meets consumer, customer and technical needs. Key Responsibilities Packaging Development & Artwork Manage design house relationships and support artwork best practice Improve print processes and reprographics quality Create cutter guides, brief artwork and coordinate packaging redesigns Oversee film changeovers for new and existing SKUs NPD Support Support packaging development for new product launches Attend production trials and ensure packaging meets transit and quality standards Manage FTP timelines and packaging introduction on site Operational & Technical Support Resolve day-to-day packaging issues with QA and Operations Develop knowledge of materials to improve line efficiency and product performance Compliance & Documentation Ensure packaging is legally compliant, fit for purpose and correctly specified Cost & Innovation Deliver packaging cost-saving and rationalisation projects Build relationships with suppliers and stay informed on industry trends and innovations Decision-Making & Scope You will influence decisions around packaging specifications, film types, design changes and machine settings. Scope: Local (UK/I) Typical Challenges Resolving packaging quality issues Delivering NPD packaging where machinery capability varies Meeting tight artwork timelines Cost reduction without compromising quality Ensuring legal compliance Selecting correct barrier films for product and shelf-life needs Working Relationships Internal: QA, Operations, Purchasing, Marketing, Sales, Logistics, Project Management, Finance, HR External: Suppliers, Customers, Chefs, Campden BRI, Industry Bodies (e.g., WRAP) What We're Looking For Experience in packaging development (food industry or FMCG ideal) Strong artwork/print development and project management skills A proactive problem solver with excellent communication skills Understanding of packaging legislation, materials and reprographics Salary & Benefits Salary: Up to 38,000 (fixed budget) Holiday: 25 days + bank holidays Pension: Statutory (Salary Exchange) Company Sick Pay: 1 month (post probation) Retail discount scheme Cycle to Work Scheme & Techscheme Long Service Awards GEM Awards - Employee Recognition Programme Employee Assistance Programme (with pension enrolment) 4x Death in Service (with pension enrolment) Apply Today If you're ready to develop innovative and efficient packaging solutions within the food industry, apply now or email direct to (url removed)
The Sterling Choice
Senior Food Technologist
The Sterling Choice
We re working with a high-growth food brand that s rapidly expanding across grocery retail and showing no signs of slowing down. It s a really exciting time for the business, with strong momentum and continued investment, particularly within the technical team, which is actively growing and evolving. This is a great opportunity to join a collaborative, down-to-earth environment where you ll have real ownership and visibility across a broad technical remit. The role You ll sit at the heart of food safety, quality, and supplier performance, making sure products are safe, compliant, consistent, and ready for market. It s a hands-on, varied role where you ll be closely involved in both day-to-day technical management and product development activity. Key responsibilities Support supplier onboarding and ongoing compliance management Investigate complaints and out-of-spec results, identifying root cause and driving corrective action Work with suppliers to improve product quality and reduce recurring issues Oversee product testing, shelf-life validation, and sensory assessments Support NPD/EPD projects from concept through to launch, including trials and first productions Write and maintain accurate product specifications Review and approve packaging artwork and labelling for compliance and brand alignment About you Experience in a food technical / quality / food safety role within FMCG or food manufacturing/retail Confident managing suppliers and handling technical investigations Strong understanding of food safety standards (BRCGS experience desirable) Experience supporting NPD in a fast-paced environment Detail-focused, proactive, and comfortable working cross-functionally Why join? A fast-growing brand with real commercial momentum A technical team that s actively expanding and being shaped A collaborative, supportive, and approachable culture Broad, varied role with real ownership and impact Opportunity to grow with the business as it scales If you re looking for a senior technical role where no two days are the same and you can genuinely make an impact, this is a great one to explore.
Apr 26, 2026
Full time
We re working with a high-growth food brand that s rapidly expanding across grocery retail and showing no signs of slowing down. It s a really exciting time for the business, with strong momentum and continued investment, particularly within the technical team, which is actively growing and evolving. This is a great opportunity to join a collaborative, down-to-earth environment where you ll have real ownership and visibility across a broad technical remit. The role You ll sit at the heart of food safety, quality, and supplier performance, making sure products are safe, compliant, consistent, and ready for market. It s a hands-on, varied role where you ll be closely involved in both day-to-day technical management and product development activity. Key responsibilities Support supplier onboarding and ongoing compliance management Investigate complaints and out-of-spec results, identifying root cause and driving corrective action Work with suppliers to improve product quality and reduce recurring issues Oversee product testing, shelf-life validation, and sensory assessments Support NPD/EPD projects from concept through to launch, including trials and first productions Write and maintain accurate product specifications Review and approve packaging artwork and labelling for compliance and brand alignment About you Experience in a food technical / quality / food safety role within FMCG or food manufacturing/retail Confident managing suppliers and handling technical investigations Strong understanding of food safety standards (BRCGS experience desirable) Experience supporting NPD in a fast-paced environment Detail-focused, proactive, and comfortable working cross-functionally Why join? A fast-growing brand with real commercial momentum A technical team that s actively expanding and being shaped A collaborative, supportive, and approachable culture Broad, varied role with real ownership and impact Opportunity to grow with the business as it scales If you re looking for a senior technical role where no two days are the same and you can genuinely make an impact, this is a great one to explore.
Zest
NPD Technologist
Zest Peterborough, Cambridgeshire
Exciting Opportunity for a Senior NPD Technologist in the Peterborough. Are you passionate about developing delicious products that will make a mark on the UK's top retailers? Our client is seeking a talented and creative NPD Technologist to join their dynamic team. As a Product Developer, you will have the opportunity to work closely with renowned retailers, managing your own accounts and bringing new and exciting products to life. This role offers a unique chance to unleash your culinary expertise and innovative ideas, shaping the future of delicious offerings in the market. Key Responsibilities: Collaborate with leading UK retailers to understand their needs and develop products that align with their brand and target market. Manage your own accounts, building strong relationships with clients and providing exceptional service. Utilize your creativity and market research to ideate, conceptualize, and develop innovative food and beverage products. Conduct thorough product testing, ensuring quality, taste, and compliance with regulatory standards. Monitor market trends, competitor analysis, and customer feedback to identify opportunities for product improvement and development. Join our client's team and be part of a company that values creativity, collaboration, and the pursuit of culinary excellence. This is an incredible chance to make your mark in the industry and work with the UK's top retailers. If you are passionate about food, love developing new products, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we would love to hear from you! Apply now and embark on a journey of innovation and gastronomic delight. Please send your details through to Jecca on (url removed) / (phone number removed) As you know over here at Zest we like to do things properly and always want to keep you, the candidate in the loop. Applying to this 'one of a kind' role you give Zest permission to hold your information. If you want to know more about how Zest look after your personal information please visit our privacy policy on the website (url removed)
Apr 26, 2026
Full time
Exciting Opportunity for a Senior NPD Technologist in the Peterborough. Are you passionate about developing delicious products that will make a mark on the UK's top retailers? Our client is seeking a talented and creative NPD Technologist to join their dynamic team. As a Product Developer, you will have the opportunity to work closely with renowned retailers, managing your own accounts and bringing new and exciting products to life. This role offers a unique chance to unleash your culinary expertise and innovative ideas, shaping the future of delicious offerings in the market. Key Responsibilities: Collaborate with leading UK retailers to understand their needs and develop products that align with their brand and target market. Manage your own accounts, building strong relationships with clients and providing exceptional service. Utilize your creativity and market research to ideate, conceptualize, and develop innovative food and beverage products. Conduct thorough product testing, ensuring quality, taste, and compliance with regulatory standards. Monitor market trends, competitor analysis, and customer feedback to identify opportunities for product improvement and development. Join our client's team and be part of a company that values creativity, collaboration, and the pursuit of culinary excellence. This is an incredible chance to make your mark in the industry and work with the UK's top retailers. If you are passionate about food, love developing new products, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we would love to hear from you! Apply now and embark on a journey of innovation and gastronomic delight. Please send your details through to Jecca on (url removed) / (phone number removed) As you know over here at Zest we like to do things properly and always want to keep you, the candidate in the loop. Applying to this 'one of a kind' role you give Zest permission to hold your information. If you want to know more about how Zest look after your personal information please visit our privacy policy on the website (url removed)
Henderson Brown Recruitment
Specifications Technologist
Henderson Brown Recruitment Grimsby, Lincolnshire
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a fast-paced and growing food manufacturing business as a Specification Technologist. Working closely with the Change and Specifications Manager and cross-functional teams, you will play a key role in ensuring all product specifications and artwork are accurate, compliant, and delivered on time to meet customer and internal expectations. This role is ideal for a detail-driven and proactive individual who thrives in a collaborative environment and is passionate about delivering technical excellence. You will be responsible for managing specifications across retail, brand, and foodservice products, ensuring compliance with food labelling legislation and customer codes of practice while supporting successful product launches. The task at hand will be to manage and maintain finished product specifications, ensuring they are completed, approved, and activated in line with launch timelines and customer deadlines. You will coordinate with NPD, buying, and supply chain teams to ensure accuracy and consistency, while also maintaining trackers and supporting artwork approval processes. Your role will be pivotal in ensuring all live products remain compliant, with timely updates for any delisted or off-range items. You will also support stage gate processes, assist with HFSS submissions, and respond to external customer requirements as needed. Ideal Candidate: Experience in a Specification Technologist or similar technical role within food manufacturing. Experience working with one or more major UK retailers from a technical perspective. Strong understanding of food labelling legislation, specifications, and retailer codes of practice. Excellent attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple deadlines. Proactive problem-solver with the confidence to escalate issues when required. Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence across teams and customers. Excellent IT skills, particularly Microsoft Office. A degree in Food Science, Technology, or a related discipline (or equivalent experience). Strong team player with a customer-focused mindset. If you believe you have the experience and capability for the role, please get in touch with Steve Brame at (url removed) or by calling (phone number removed). By applying to this advertised job, you consent for Henderson Brown Recruitment Ltd to hold your information. Our privacy policy can be found on our website. At your request, this can also be sent to you.
Apr 25, 2026
Full time
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a fast-paced and growing food manufacturing business as a Specification Technologist. Working closely with the Change and Specifications Manager and cross-functional teams, you will play a key role in ensuring all product specifications and artwork are accurate, compliant, and delivered on time to meet customer and internal expectations. This role is ideal for a detail-driven and proactive individual who thrives in a collaborative environment and is passionate about delivering technical excellence. You will be responsible for managing specifications across retail, brand, and foodservice products, ensuring compliance with food labelling legislation and customer codes of practice while supporting successful product launches. The task at hand will be to manage and maintain finished product specifications, ensuring they are completed, approved, and activated in line with launch timelines and customer deadlines. You will coordinate with NPD, buying, and supply chain teams to ensure accuracy and consistency, while also maintaining trackers and supporting artwork approval processes. Your role will be pivotal in ensuring all live products remain compliant, with timely updates for any delisted or off-range items. You will also support stage gate processes, assist with HFSS submissions, and respond to external customer requirements as needed. Ideal Candidate: Experience in a Specification Technologist or similar technical role within food manufacturing. Experience working with one or more major UK retailers from a technical perspective. Strong understanding of food labelling legislation, specifications, and retailer codes of practice. Excellent attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple deadlines. Proactive problem-solver with the confidence to escalate issues when required. Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence across teams and customers. Excellent IT skills, particularly Microsoft Office. A degree in Food Science, Technology, or a related discipline (or equivalent experience). Strong team player with a customer-focused mindset. If you believe you have the experience and capability for the role, please get in touch with Steve Brame at (url removed) or by calling (phone number removed). By applying to this advertised job, you consent for Henderson Brown Recruitment Ltd to hold your information. Our privacy policy can be found on our website. At your request, this can also be sent to you.
Greencore (Formally Bakkavor Group)
Specifications Technologist
Greencore (Formally Bakkavor Group) Dyke, Lincolnshire
Specification Technologist Salary: Competitive salary Benefits: Company share save scheme, Competitive matched pension contribution, Life insurance up to 4x salary Location: Bourne, Lincolnshire Ways of Working: Site Based Hours of work: Monday-Friday, 08.30-17.00 Contract Type: Permanent Why Greencore? Following the combination with Bakkavor in January 2026, we're one of the UK's leading creators of convenience food, driven by a simple purpose: to make every day taste better. As a vibrant and fast-moving business, we're proud to employ over 28,000 talented colleagues across 36 manufacturing sites and 21 distribution depots in the UK and the US. Together, we bring delicious food to life. Our products cover every meal occasion from breakfast through to dinner and dessert, with lunch and snacking in between. In FY25, our shared passion helped us achieve combined revenues of approximately £4bn. Our extensive direct to store (DTS) network, with 17 depots across the UK, allows us to deliver fresh and frozen food both our own and from trusted partners to thousands of stores every day, ensuring consumers enjoy the very best, whenever and wherever they shop. This role is based in Bourne at a site specialising in the preparation of fruit, dressed salads, noodles, leafy salads, and stir-fry mixes. The site employs over 1,200 people and is conveniently located just 16 miles from Peterborough and 12 miles from Spalding. What you'll be doing In this busy and dynamic role as a Specification Technologist, you will be responsible for completing finished product specifications for retailers and managing the retailer systems and processes used to generate finished product packaging. You will ensure accuracy, compliance, and consistency across all specifications, working closely with internal teams and external stakeholders to maintain high standards and support business operations. Role Accountabilities • Complete finished product specifications and artwork on time, ensuring all technical, legal and quality data is accurate and right first time • Work closely with raw materials, packaging and NPD teams to ensure specifications reflect current materials, legal requirements and retailer standards • Manage retailer online systems and specification housekeeping, maintaining accuracy, compliance and critical path delivery • Support audits and customer visits by providing accurate specification and artwork information, reporting non-conformances and identifying improvements • Maintain robust document control, ensuring confidentiality, accurate filing and clear version control of specifications and artwork • Communicate effectively with internal teams and customers, escalating missing or inaccurate information promptly • Operate safely, comply with legislation, report hazards and contribute to continuous improvement in health, safety and the working environment What we're looking for • Strong attention to detail with a methodical and organised approach to specifications and artwork • Good understanding of retailer specifications, artwork and legal labelling requirements • Ability to manage critical paths and balance multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment • Confidence working with retailer specification systems and technical data platforms • Clear and effective communication skills when working with internal teams and customers • Proactive mindset with the ability to identify issues and drive solutions • Willingness to learn, develop and build technical expertise within a collaborative team • Commitment to quality, accuracy and compliance in all aspects of work We're not all the same at Greencore and our differences help us to make every day taste better for all our stakeholders. We truly put our people at the core and are proud of our diversity. If this sounds like you, join us and grow with Greencore, and be a part of driving our future success. What you'll get in return Competitive salary and job-related benefits Holidays Competitive matched pension contribution Life insurance up to 4x salary Company share save scheme Greencore Qualifications Exclusive Greencore employee discount platform Access to a full Wellbeing Centre platform Enhanced parental leave and menopause policies Throughout your time at Greencore, you will be supported with on-the-job training and development opportunities to further your career.
Apr 25, 2026
Full time
Specification Technologist Salary: Competitive salary Benefits: Company share save scheme, Competitive matched pension contribution, Life insurance up to 4x salary Location: Bourne, Lincolnshire Ways of Working: Site Based Hours of work: Monday-Friday, 08.30-17.00 Contract Type: Permanent Why Greencore? Following the combination with Bakkavor in January 2026, we're one of the UK's leading creators of convenience food, driven by a simple purpose: to make every day taste better. As a vibrant and fast-moving business, we're proud to employ over 28,000 talented colleagues across 36 manufacturing sites and 21 distribution depots in the UK and the US. Together, we bring delicious food to life. Our products cover every meal occasion from breakfast through to dinner and dessert, with lunch and snacking in between. In FY25, our shared passion helped us achieve combined revenues of approximately £4bn. Our extensive direct to store (DTS) network, with 17 depots across the UK, allows us to deliver fresh and frozen food both our own and from trusted partners to thousands of stores every day, ensuring consumers enjoy the very best, whenever and wherever they shop. This role is based in Bourne at a site specialising in the preparation of fruit, dressed salads, noodles, leafy salads, and stir-fry mixes. The site employs over 1,200 people and is conveniently located just 16 miles from Peterborough and 12 miles from Spalding. What you'll be doing In this busy and dynamic role as a Specification Technologist, you will be responsible for completing finished product specifications for retailers and managing the retailer systems and processes used to generate finished product packaging. You will ensure accuracy, compliance, and consistency across all specifications, working closely with internal teams and external stakeholders to maintain high standards and support business operations. Role Accountabilities • Complete finished product specifications and artwork on time, ensuring all technical, legal and quality data is accurate and right first time • Work closely with raw materials, packaging and NPD teams to ensure specifications reflect current materials, legal requirements and retailer standards • Manage retailer online systems and specification housekeeping, maintaining accuracy, compliance and critical path delivery • Support audits and customer visits by providing accurate specification and artwork information, reporting non-conformances and identifying improvements • Maintain robust document control, ensuring confidentiality, accurate filing and clear version control of specifications and artwork • Communicate effectively with internal teams and customers, escalating missing or inaccurate information promptly • Operate safely, comply with legislation, report hazards and contribute to continuous improvement in health, safety and the working environment What we're looking for • Strong attention to detail with a methodical and organised approach to specifications and artwork • Good understanding of retailer specifications, artwork and legal labelling requirements • Ability to manage critical paths and balance multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment • Confidence working with retailer specification systems and technical data platforms • Clear and effective communication skills when working with internal teams and customers • Proactive mindset with the ability to identify issues and drive solutions • Willingness to learn, develop and build technical expertise within a collaborative team • Commitment to quality, accuracy and compliance in all aspects of work We're not all the same at Greencore and our differences help us to make every day taste better for all our stakeholders. We truly put our people at the core and are proud of our diversity. If this sounds like you, join us and grow with Greencore, and be a part of driving our future success. What you'll get in return Competitive salary and job-related benefits Holidays Competitive matched pension contribution Life insurance up to 4x salary Company share save scheme Greencore Qualifications Exclusive Greencore employee discount platform Access to a full Wellbeing Centre platform Enhanced parental leave and menopause policies Throughout your time at Greencore, you will be supported with on-the-job training and development opportunities to further your career.
Escape
Specifications Technologist
Escape
Specifications Technologist East Kilbride A well-established manufacturing site is looking to bring in a Specifications Technologist to take ownership of product and raw material specifications, ensuring compliance, accuracy, and consistency across the board. This is a hands-on role where detail matters. You'll be working closely with technical, QA, procurement, and suppliers to make sure everything is right first time. What you'll be doing Creating and maintaining finished product, raw material, and packaging specifications Managing retailer specification portals Ensuring compliance with UK food legislation (labelling, allergens, nutrition) Reviewing packaging, artwork, and label approvals Maintaining allergen risk assessments and declarations Supporting audits and customer technical queries Monitoring specification KPIs and accuracy Supporting product launches and changes What we're looking for Experience managing specifications for UK retailers Strong understanding of food labelling and legislation Experience with retailer portals (Tesco, Sainsbury's, etc.) High attention to detail and strong data accuracy Confident working across multiple teams Why consider it Stable, structured environment Clear role ownership Good exposure across technical, QA, and NPD Opportunity to strengthen retailer-facing experience
Apr 24, 2026
Full time
Specifications Technologist East Kilbride A well-established manufacturing site is looking to bring in a Specifications Technologist to take ownership of product and raw material specifications, ensuring compliance, accuracy, and consistency across the board. This is a hands-on role where detail matters. You'll be working closely with technical, QA, procurement, and suppliers to make sure everything is right first time. What you'll be doing Creating and maintaining finished product, raw material, and packaging specifications Managing retailer specification portals Ensuring compliance with UK food legislation (labelling, allergens, nutrition) Reviewing packaging, artwork, and label approvals Maintaining allergen risk assessments and declarations Supporting audits and customer technical queries Monitoring specification KPIs and accuracy Supporting product launches and changes What we're looking for Experience managing specifications for UK retailers Strong understanding of food labelling and legislation Experience with retailer portals (Tesco, Sainsbury's, etc.) High attention to detail and strong data accuracy Confident working across multiple teams Why consider it Stable, structured environment Clear role ownership Good exposure across technical, QA, and NPD Opportunity to strengthen retailer-facing experience
MorePeople
Senior Technologist
MorePeople Bournemouth, Dorset
Senior Technologist The Role We are recruiting a Senior Technologist to join a growing technical team, working closely with customers, suppliers and internal departments to deliver against customer expectations and technical requirements. This is a key customer-facing role, supporting product integrity, quality and compliance while helping to drive efficiency and commercial success. You will act as the technical lead for assigned customers, managing specifications, supporting product launches and maintaining strong working relationships across the value chain. Key Responsibilities Act as the main technical contact for assigned customers Manage and maintain accurate, achievable customer and plant specifications Work closely with Technologists, NPD and operational teams to ensure compliance Lead and support pre-productions and new product launches Manage temporary specifications and specification changes Investigate, report and drive improvements around customer complaints Support shelf-life trials and continuous improvement initiatives Maintain customer technical systems and documentation Support internal and external audit readiness where required Build strong relationships with customers, suppliers and internal stakeholders About You Experience in a Technologist or Senior Technologist role Strong attention to detail and document management skills Confident working directly with customers and presenting technical information Good knowledge of HACCP, food safety and technical standards Organised, proactive and comfortable working cross-functionally Experience supporting or mentoring junior team members Additional Information Reports into the Technical Development Manager Some flexibility required to support business and customer needs Commitment to health, safety and positive working practices Values & Behaviours You will demonstrate the business's core values through teamwork, clear communication, continuous improvement and a proactive, problem-solving mindset. Interested For further information, please get in touch with Oskar Ballard at MorePeople on (phone number removed) or email (url removed).
Apr 24, 2026
Full time
Senior Technologist The Role We are recruiting a Senior Technologist to join a growing technical team, working closely with customers, suppliers and internal departments to deliver against customer expectations and technical requirements. This is a key customer-facing role, supporting product integrity, quality and compliance while helping to drive efficiency and commercial success. You will act as the technical lead for assigned customers, managing specifications, supporting product launches and maintaining strong working relationships across the value chain. Key Responsibilities Act as the main technical contact for assigned customers Manage and maintain accurate, achievable customer and plant specifications Work closely with Technologists, NPD and operational teams to ensure compliance Lead and support pre-productions and new product launches Manage temporary specifications and specification changes Investigate, report and drive improvements around customer complaints Support shelf-life trials and continuous improvement initiatives Maintain customer technical systems and documentation Support internal and external audit readiness where required Build strong relationships with customers, suppliers and internal stakeholders About You Experience in a Technologist or Senior Technologist role Strong attention to detail and document management skills Confident working directly with customers and presenting technical information Good knowledge of HACCP, food safety and technical standards Organised, proactive and comfortable working cross-functionally Experience supporting or mentoring junior team members Additional Information Reports into the Technical Development Manager Some flexibility required to support business and customer needs Commitment to health, safety and positive working practices Values & Behaviours You will demonstrate the business's core values through teamwork, clear communication, continuous improvement and a proactive, problem-solving mindset. Interested For further information, please get in touch with Oskar Ballard at MorePeople on (phone number removed) or email (url removed).
Reed Specialist Recruitment
NPD Technologist
Reed Specialist Recruitment
NPD Technologist Reports to: Head of NPD & Commercial Location: Kent (driving licence required due to location) Salary: 33,000 - 35,000 Love developing products? Passionate about turning big ideas into brilliant launches? This could be the role you've been waiting for. We're looking for an NPD Technologist to help create and launch exciting, high-quality products within the confectionery / sweet category. From early concept work through to full-scale factory production, you'll play a hands-on role at the heart of innovation, bringing products to life in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. The Role As an NPD Technologist, you'll support and lead development projects across a variety of sweet formats. Working closely with Production, QA, Procurement and Commercial teams, you'll ensure products meet technical, regulatory and commercial requirements while delivering quality and creativity in equal measure. This role is ideal for someone who is creative, technically capable, and enjoys being hands-on in both kitchen and factory environments. What You'll Be Doing Product Development & Innovation Develop and support new confectionery products from concept to launch Create recipes across a range of sweet formats, including filled, coated and inclusion-based products Run kitchen and factory trials, analyse results and drive continuous improvement Technical & Factory Support Optimise existing products to improve quality, cost, shelf life and efficiency Support scale-up, plant trials and first production runs Maintain accurate formulations, specifications and technical documentation Compliance & Collaboration Ensure products meet legal, food safety and customer requirements Support artwork, labelling and finished product specifications Work cross-functionally to keep projects on track and delivered on time What Success Looks Like NPD projects delivered to time, quality and cost targets Smooth launches and confident factory scale-ups Clear, accurate technical documentation A strong pipeline of innovative, differentiated confectionery products About You You're passionate about food product development, curious by nature, and comfortable rolling up your sleeves. You'll bring: A degree in Food Science, Food Technology or a related discipline Experience in NPD within confectionery or a related sweet category would be preferred! Strong understanding of formulation, ingredient functionality and processing Hands-on experience with factory trials and scale-up Customer facing experience Solid knowledge of food safety, HACCP and relevant legislation You're also: Creative, practical and detail-focused Comfortable managing multiple projects at pace A strong communicator and collaborative team player Motivated by seeing products go from idea to shelf Bonus points for experience with retailer or branded products, sustainability initiatives, allergen management, packaging technologies or continuous improvement. Why Join Us? Be part of a business that values innovation and creativity Work on exciting products from concept through to launch Collaborate with passionate experts across the business See your work make a real impact in the market
Apr 24, 2026
Full time
NPD Technologist Reports to: Head of NPD & Commercial Location: Kent (driving licence required due to location) Salary: 33,000 - 35,000 Love developing products? Passionate about turning big ideas into brilliant launches? This could be the role you've been waiting for. We're looking for an NPD Technologist to help create and launch exciting, high-quality products within the confectionery / sweet category. From early concept work through to full-scale factory production, you'll play a hands-on role at the heart of innovation, bringing products to life in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. The Role As an NPD Technologist, you'll support and lead development projects across a variety of sweet formats. Working closely with Production, QA, Procurement and Commercial teams, you'll ensure products meet technical, regulatory and commercial requirements while delivering quality and creativity in equal measure. This role is ideal for someone who is creative, technically capable, and enjoys being hands-on in both kitchen and factory environments. What You'll Be Doing Product Development & Innovation Develop and support new confectionery products from concept to launch Create recipes across a range of sweet formats, including filled, coated and inclusion-based products Run kitchen and factory trials, analyse results and drive continuous improvement Technical & Factory Support Optimise existing products to improve quality, cost, shelf life and efficiency Support scale-up, plant trials and first production runs Maintain accurate formulations, specifications and technical documentation Compliance & Collaboration Ensure products meet legal, food safety and customer requirements Support artwork, labelling and finished product specifications Work cross-functionally to keep projects on track and delivered on time What Success Looks Like NPD projects delivered to time, quality and cost targets Smooth launches and confident factory scale-ups Clear, accurate technical documentation A strong pipeline of innovative, differentiated confectionery products About You You're passionate about food product development, curious by nature, and comfortable rolling up your sleeves. You'll bring: A degree in Food Science, Food Technology or a related discipline Experience in NPD within confectionery or a related sweet category would be preferred! Strong understanding of formulation, ingredient functionality and processing Hands-on experience with factory trials and scale-up Customer facing experience Solid knowledge of food safety, HACCP and relevant legislation You're also: Creative, practical and detail-focused Comfortable managing multiple projects at pace A strong communicator and collaborative team player Motivated by seeing products go from idea to shelf Bonus points for experience with retailer or branded products, sustainability initiatives, allergen management, packaging technologies or continuous improvement. Why Join Us? Be part of a business that values innovation and creativity Work on exciting products from concept through to launch Collaborate with passionate experts across the business See your work make a real impact in the market
Zest
Process Technologist
Zest
I am looking for hands on Process Technologist who is looking to join a booming and growing business. This role will be fast paced, working across multiple top retailers and offers a large variety of products. You will be heading up the process team and working closely with NPD to deliver products to launch efficiently. As Senior Process Technologist you will provide a site-based resource within the development department to own and manage NPD, EPD projects for the site for the customer base from process handover to launch. From site approval you will head up projects / process handover and execution of successful scale up of products into the factory to meet both the customer and businesses expectations, whilst satisfying all relevant technical and operational criteria in line with a very high critical path. Thus, delivering a timely and faultless successful launch, supported by the relevant site functions. A varied position which requires an individual with previous process experience who is searching for that career defining opportunity. You will need a min of 3 years process exp and a strong work ethic. Please get in touch (url removed) / (phone number removed) As you know over here at Zest we like to do things properly and always want to keep you, the candidate in the loop. Applying to this 'one of a kind' role you give Zest permission to hold your information. If you want to know more about how Zest look after your personal information please visit our privacy policy on the website (url removed)
Apr 23, 2026
Full time
I am looking for hands on Process Technologist who is looking to join a booming and growing business. This role will be fast paced, working across multiple top retailers and offers a large variety of products. You will be heading up the process team and working closely with NPD to deliver products to launch efficiently. As Senior Process Technologist you will provide a site-based resource within the development department to own and manage NPD, EPD projects for the site for the customer base from process handover to launch. From site approval you will head up projects / process handover and execution of successful scale up of products into the factory to meet both the customer and businesses expectations, whilst satisfying all relevant technical and operational criteria in line with a very high critical path. Thus, delivering a timely and faultless successful launch, supported by the relevant site functions. A varied position which requires an individual with previous process experience who is searching for that career defining opportunity. You will need a min of 3 years process exp and a strong work ethic. Please get in touch (url removed) / (phone number removed) As you know over here at Zest we like to do things properly and always want to keep you, the candidate in the loop. Applying to this 'one of a kind' role you give Zest permission to hold your information. If you want to know more about how Zest look after your personal information please visit our privacy policy on the website (url removed)
Morrisons
Innovation Manager
Morrisons Bradford, Yorkshire
More About The Role Are you ready to take your career in product development to the next level? We have an exciting opportunity for a dynamic and experienced NPD Innovation & Concept Manager to join our team. Reporting directly to the Head of New Product Development , you'll play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our product portfolio. Key Responsibilities: Product Development Ownership: Take charge of all product development activities within our Fish, Meat, Poultry and Pastries categories. Your expertise will drive the creation of both new and improved own-brand products that align with targeted briefs and category strategies. Process Precision: Ensure 100% accuracy in adhering to relevant process timescales and documentation, guiding projects seamlessly through the Manufacturing Stage & Gate Process. Your attention to detail will be instrumental in the successful transition to factory production. Market Insight: Be our expert on emerging food and market trends, closely monitor Morrisons customer preferences, and stay ahead of competitor activity. Your ability to gather and analyse data will provide invaluable insights when crafting product briefs. Collaborative Leadership: Prepare brand panel sign-off sessions, run benchmarking sessions with the category, and work closely with Buyers, Development Chefs, and Category teams at our head office. You'll foster collaboration and alignment in bringing product ideas to life. Team Development: Lead and mentor a team of Product Development Specialists and Technologists, nurturing their skills and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Line management responsibilities - outline Development Chef/ Cutler Kitchen responsibility About You If you're passionate about creating innovative food products and thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, we want to hear from you. You will also have: Proven experience in product development within the food industry Exceptional project management skills, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within scope Strong analytical and research skills to stay ahead of market trends and competitor activities Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams Leadership abilities to guide and develop a team of specialists and technologists In return for your hard work we will offer you: Six weeks holiday (including bank holidays) 15% discount in our stores available from the day you join us Additional 10% discount More Card for a friend or family member Career progression and development opportunities Subsidised staff canteen Free parking Market leading pension and life assurance Healthcare/Well-being benefits including Aviva Digital GP Morrisons MyPerks with discounts at high street shops, cinemas and gyms, and lots more Long Service Awards Optional Payroll charity donations Enhanced Family/maternity/parental leave About The Company You ll find a great big welcome here at Myton Food Group - the part of our business that looks after manufacturing, whilst maintaining strong roots within Morrisons Supermarkets. At Myton Food Group, we have a legacy to be proud of. We re British farming s biggest single direct customer. We buy from highly valued suppliers. And we re passionate about the quality of our food. Today, we have 19 manufacturing sites across the UK, where we pack and process fresh meats and fish, savoury and sweet pies, fruit and veg, flower bouquets, bread and lots more. We really do stand out in the world of food manufacturing. But what we re especially proud of is the way we all get stuck in and work as a team, in partnership across our supply chain. Read more about what we do at our Myton Food Group website.
Apr 23, 2026
Full time
More About The Role Are you ready to take your career in product development to the next level? We have an exciting opportunity for a dynamic and experienced NPD Innovation & Concept Manager to join our team. Reporting directly to the Head of New Product Development , you'll play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our product portfolio. Key Responsibilities: Product Development Ownership: Take charge of all product development activities within our Fish, Meat, Poultry and Pastries categories. Your expertise will drive the creation of both new and improved own-brand products that align with targeted briefs and category strategies. Process Precision: Ensure 100% accuracy in adhering to relevant process timescales and documentation, guiding projects seamlessly through the Manufacturing Stage & Gate Process. Your attention to detail will be instrumental in the successful transition to factory production. Market Insight: Be our expert on emerging food and market trends, closely monitor Morrisons customer preferences, and stay ahead of competitor activity. Your ability to gather and analyse data will provide invaluable insights when crafting product briefs. Collaborative Leadership: Prepare brand panel sign-off sessions, run benchmarking sessions with the category, and work closely with Buyers, Development Chefs, and Category teams at our head office. You'll foster collaboration and alignment in bringing product ideas to life. Team Development: Lead and mentor a team of Product Development Specialists and Technologists, nurturing their skills and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Line management responsibilities - outline Development Chef/ Cutler Kitchen responsibility About You If you're passionate about creating innovative food products and thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, we want to hear from you. You will also have: Proven experience in product development within the food industry Exceptional project management skills, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within scope Strong analytical and research skills to stay ahead of market trends and competitor activities Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams Leadership abilities to guide and develop a team of specialists and technologists In return for your hard work we will offer you: Six weeks holiday (including bank holidays) 15% discount in our stores available from the day you join us Additional 10% discount More Card for a friend or family member Career progression and development opportunities Subsidised staff canteen Free parking Market leading pension and life assurance Healthcare/Well-being benefits including Aviva Digital GP Morrisons MyPerks with discounts at high street shops, cinemas and gyms, and lots more Long Service Awards Optional Payroll charity donations Enhanced Family/maternity/parental leave About The Company You ll find a great big welcome here at Myton Food Group - the part of our business that looks after manufacturing, whilst maintaining strong roots within Morrisons Supermarkets. At Myton Food Group, we have a legacy to be proud of. We re British farming s biggest single direct customer. We buy from highly valued suppliers. And we re passionate about the quality of our food. Today, we have 19 manufacturing sites across the UK, where we pack and process fresh meats and fish, savoury and sweet pies, fruit and veg, flower bouquets, bread and lots more. We really do stand out in the world of food manufacturing. But what we re especially proud of is the way we all get stuck in and work as a team, in partnership across our supply chain. Read more about what we do at our Myton Food Group website.
Zest
Exclusive - Senior Development Technologist
Zest
A skilled food development expert with a passion for crafting exceptional products and transforming ideas into high-quality, commercially successful innovations will find an exclusive opportunity with our client in Buckinghamshire. They are seeking a Senior Development Technologist to join their team and contribute to the creation of standout, market-ready products. This is a hands-on role for an experienced NPD professional within food manufacturing-someone who can blend creativity with commercial awareness in a fast-paced production environment. You will need a minimum of 2 years experience in NPD in UK food manufacturing. Experience working directly with customers would be a significant advantage, as you'll contribute to shaping standout products tailored to their needs. A full UK driving licence is essential. As part of this progressive and highly collaborative business, you'll join a close-knit team where your insight, vision and technical expertise will have genuine impact. With a competitive salary of circa 45,000, this is a rare chance to elevate your career and play a key role in delivering exceptional new product launches. If you're ready to advance your career with a company that values innovation and excellence, contact Nicola on (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion or email your updated CV to (url removed) As you know over here at Zest we like to do things properly and always want to keep you, the candidate in the loop. Applying to this 'one of a kind' role you give Zest permission to hold your information. If you want to know more about how Zest look after your personal information please visit our privacy policy on the website (url removed)
Apr 23, 2026
Full time
A skilled food development expert with a passion for crafting exceptional products and transforming ideas into high-quality, commercially successful innovations will find an exclusive opportunity with our client in Buckinghamshire. They are seeking a Senior Development Technologist to join their team and contribute to the creation of standout, market-ready products. This is a hands-on role for an experienced NPD professional within food manufacturing-someone who can blend creativity with commercial awareness in a fast-paced production environment. You will need a minimum of 2 years experience in NPD in UK food manufacturing. Experience working directly with customers would be a significant advantage, as you'll contribute to shaping standout products tailored to their needs. A full UK driving licence is essential. As part of this progressive and highly collaborative business, you'll join a close-knit team where your insight, vision and technical expertise will have genuine impact. With a competitive salary of circa 45,000, this is a rare chance to elevate your career and play a key role in delivering exceptional new product launches. If you're ready to advance your career with a company that values innovation and excellence, contact Nicola on (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion or email your updated CV to (url removed) As you know over here at Zest we like to do things properly and always want to keep you, the candidate in the loop. Applying to this 'one of a kind' role you give Zest permission to hold your information. If you want to know more about how Zest look after your personal information please visit our privacy policy on the website (url removed)
Henderson Brown Recruitment
NPD Concept Technologist
Henderson Brown Recruitment Peterborough, Cambridgeshire
NPD Concept Technologist - Food manufacturing Peterborough 12 month FTC Mon-fri 30,000 - 33,000 d.o.e If you're passionate about food trends, consumer insight and turning bold ideas into commercial success, this is your opportunity to sit at the heart of innovation. What you'll be doing as the NPD Concept Technologist: Be the category expert, building deep knowledge of the products and adjacent categories, tracking competitor activity and retailer benchmarks to fuel true innovation. Create and deliver standout concepts, developing new products aligned to pipeline and critical paths, blending creativity with commercial realism. Lead insight-led ideation, translating trends, market intelligence and customer briefs into exciting branded and own-label propositions. Own customer collaboration, building trusted relationships with strategic partners and confidently presenting concepts both on-site and in customer forums. Work cross-functionally with Buying, Technical, Packaging and Factory teams to source new ingredients, formats and feasible solutions. Take concepts from kitchen to factory, ensuring smooth handover to Process teams with robust documentation, samples and trial readiness. Support launches end-to-end, from kitchen development through pre-production, first runs and post-launch reviews. Champion continuous improvement, challenging ways of working and driving evolution of the Concept NPD process to keep innovation sharp and competitive. What you'll need as the NPD Concept Technologist: Experience within a new product development role or a relevant degree is required Own transport Full UK working rights - no sponsorship or visas available If you believe you have the skills and personality to fit these requirements please either apply via this advert or call Henderson Brown on (phone number removed) for more information
Apr 23, 2026
Contractor
NPD Concept Technologist - Food manufacturing Peterborough 12 month FTC Mon-fri 30,000 - 33,000 d.o.e If you're passionate about food trends, consumer insight and turning bold ideas into commercial success, this is your opportunity to sit at the heart of innovation. What you'll be doing as the NPD Concept Technologist: Be the category expert, building deep knowledge of the products and adjacent categories, tracking competitor activity and retailer benchmarks to fuel true innovation. Create and deliver standout concepts, developing new products aligned to pipeline and critical paths, blending creativity with commercial realism. Lead insight-led ideation, translating trends, market intelligence and customer briefs into exciting branded and own-label propositions. Own customer collaboration, building trusted relationships with strategic partners and confidently presenting concepts both on-site and in customer forums. Work cross-functionally with Buying, Technical, Packaging and Factory teams to source new ingredients, formats and feasible solutions. Take concepts from kitchen to factory, ensuring smooth handover to Process teams with robust documentation, samples and trial readiness. Support launches end-to-end, from kitchen development through pre-production, first runs and post-launch reviews. Champion continuous improvement, challenging ways of working and driving evolution of the Concept NPD process to keep innovation sharp and competitive. What you'll need as the NPD Concept Technologist: Experience within a new product development role or a relevant degree is required Own transport Full UK working rights - no sponsorship or visas available If you believe you have the skills and personality to fit these requirements please either apply via this advert or call Henderson Brown on (phone number removed) for more information
Technical Assistant
LCJ Oldham, Lancashire
Technical Assistant - Oldham Park Cakes is a c 250 million business which supplies cake and desserts to service the own brands of major retailers, there are three sites based in the North West at Heywood, Oldham and Bolton. Our products include, high end celebration cake products, slab cakes and mainstream desserts, we mostly supply Marks & Spencer's although we also supply other major retailers. An exciting but challenging position has arisen, which would be ideal for someone looking for career progression. This is a Hands on, Systems & factory facing role which you will be accountable for working towards achieving technical KPI's and objectives, day to day managament of the Food Safety and QMS plan whilst developing longer term continuous improvement plans that will deliver results. The successful candidate will be the Technical assistant reporting to the QMS & HACCP manager whilst working closely alongside your technical colleagues such as area QAs, Operations, NPD, Hygiene & Engineering functions to succeed and deliver a safe and fantastic quality product. Example of Duties: Updating Procedures in line with Customer COPs, Legislation & Audit NCs Closing out Internal Audit NCs and including multi-functional departments where required- ensuring effective close out is completed and challenged where reoccurring Creating & Maintaining HACCP Flows for all finished products & ensuring these are verified annually Creating & Maintaining HACCP Steps considering all risks including helping to Verify & Validate CCP steps Creating and Maintaining Risk Assessments Assisting with continuous improvement projects onsite where required Maintaining Group & Site documents Performing Gap Analysis on customer standards and planning implementation across site with the QMS & HACCP Manager Reviewing existing documentation periodically via internal audit Ensuring understanding of new procedures are challenged and understood i.e. QA's, FTM's Identifying where site is not complying and develop a robust plan to ensure compliance in conjunction with necessary team/site members Helping arrange and write up store reports Ensuring maintenance and communication of auto-coding systems is fully implemented Ideally you will have: Candidate to be qualified either in a Food related science or Environmental related science degree or equivalent, or be able to demonstrate extensive experience within the food industry of 6+ years in a manufacturing environment producing own label products into retail Bakery experienced preferred but not essential if other areas of expertise are strong Experience with interpreting technical standards such as BRC, M&S & JS Experience of unannounced visits with auditor facing communication and presenting Skills required to investigate and create robust reports that determines Root cause and preventative action which is openly challenged by the customer. Time management skills and prioritisation to enable workload to be completed and KPI's strictly adhered to Positive outlook and willing to bounce ideas off your colleagues including other Factory Technical Managers and QMS & HACCP Manager within your office Ability to manage and effectively communicate across all levels of seniority within the business Full, clean driving license required as occasional travel will be necessary Hours: 39 hours per week, Monday-Thursday 8am-4:30pm and Friday 8:00am till 3:30pm, some flexibility is required. Package: Salary up to 32,500 per annum, 25 days holiday a year and 8 statutory holiday, Money purchase pension scheme with statutory contribution of salary , Discount scheme operating across several online and high street retailers, Please note we are unable to provide Visa Sponsorship for this role. To Apply: Please press the 'apply' button and shortlisted candidates will be contacted by Park Cakes within 28 days. Thank you for your interest in the role. This may be of interest to people looking for the following: NPD Assistant, Technical Assistant, Graduate, Food Science, NPD Technologist New Product Development Technologist Quality Assistant, Quality Control QC Technician FMCG Food Drinks Beverages Manufacturing Manchester Oldham Bolton Lancashire Warrington Wigan
Apr 23, 2026
Full time
Technical Assistant - Oldham Park Cakes is a c 250 million business which supplies cake and desserts to service the own brands of major retailers, there are three sites based in the North West at Heywood, Oldham and Bolton. Our products include, high end celebration cake products, slab cakes and mainstream desserts, we mostly supply Marks & Spencer's although we also supply other major retailers. An exciting but challenging position has arisen, which would be ideal for someone looking for career progression. This is a Hands on, Systems & factory facing role which you will be accountable for working towards achieving technical KPI's and objectives, day to day managament of the Food Safety and QMS plan whilst developing longer term continuous improvement plans that will deliver results. The successful candidate will be the Technical assistant reporting to the QMS & HACCP manager whilst working closely alongside your technical colleagues such as area QAs, Operations, NPD, Hygiene & Engineering functions to succeed and deliver a safe and fantastic quality product. Example of Duties: Updating Procedures in line with Customer COPs, Legislation & Audit NCs Closing out Internal Audit NCs and including multi-functional departments where required- ensuring effective close out is completed and challenged where reoccurring Creating & Maintaining HACCP Flows for all finished products & ensuring these are verified annually Creating & Maintaining HACCP Steps considering all risks including helping to Verify & Validate CCP steps Creating and Maintaining Risk Assessments Assisting with continuous improvement projects onsite where required Maintaining Group & Site documents Performing Gap Analysis on customer standards and planning implementation across site with the QMS & HACCP Manager Reviewing existing documentation periodically via internal audit Ensuring understanding of new procedures are challenged and understood i.e. QA's, FTM's Identifying where site is not complying and develop a robust plan to ensure compliance in conjunction with necessary team/site members Helping arrange and write up store reports Ensuring maintenance and communication of auto-coding systems is fully implemented Ideally you will have: Candidate to be qualified either in a Food related science or Environmental related science degree or equivalent, or be able to demonstrate extensive experience within the food industry of 6+ years in a manufacturing environment producing own label products into retail Bakery experienced preferred but not essential if other areas of expertise are strong Experience with interpreting technical standards such as BRC, M&S & JS Experience of unannounced visits with auditor facing communication and presenting Skills required to investigate and create robust reports that determines Root cause and preventative action which is openly challenged by the customer. Time management skills and prioritisation to enable workload to be completed and KPI's strictly adhered to Positive outlook and willing to bounce ideas off your colleagues including other Factory Technical Managers and QMS & HACCP Manager within your office Ability to manage and effectively communicate across all levels of seniority within the business Full, clean driving license required as occasional travel will be necessary Hours: 39 hours per week, Monday-Thursday 8am-4:30pm and Friday 8:00am till 3:30pm, some flexibility is required. Package: Salary up to 32,500 per annum, 25 days holiday a year and 8 statutory holiday, Money purchase pension scheme with statutory contribution of salary , Discount scheme operating across several online and high street retailers, Please note we are unable to provide Visa Sponsorship for this role. To Apply: Please press the 'apply' button and shortlisted candidates will be contacted by Park Cakes within 28 days. Thank you for your interest in the role. This may be of interest to people looking for the following: NPD Assistant, Technical Assistant, Graduate, Food Science, NPD Technologist New Product Development Technologist Quality Assistant, Quality Control QC Technician FMCG Food Drinks Beverages Manufacturing Manchester Oldham Bolton Lancashire Warrington Wigan
D R Newitt & Associates
Food Technologist
D R Newitt & Associates Holland-on-sea, Essex
Are you a Food Science graduate with a years experience under your belt? Looking to join a progressive and innovative business where you can enjoy a lot of autonomy over your day to day work? This is for you. My client are a rapidly expanding SME of ambient goods, with lots of exciting projects on the go including entering into new markets and launching trendy products. Job responsibilities: Responsible for site compliance to relevant UK Food Safety standards, including BRC. Main point of contact for all customers, suppliers and technical queries. Maintain product specifications and keep supplier database up to date, approving and on-boarding new suppliers. Working closely with NPD team on technical aspects of product trials/launches. Maintain and improve QMS, organising technical documentation and keeping policies up to date with latest legislation. Job Requirements: Experience working to BRC standards Full UK Driving License HACCP Level 3 Minimum of 1 year experience in the UK Food Manufacturing Industry. If you're interested and would like to find out more, reach out and I'll be in touch! Please note candidates must have full UK working rights to apply. Unfortunately my client cannot provide sponorship
Oct 09, 2025
Full time
Are you a Food Science graduate with a years experience under your belt? Looking to join a progressive and innovative business where you can enjoy a lot of autonomy over your day to day work? This is for you. My client are a rapidly expanding SME of ambient goods, with lots of exciting projects on the go including entering into new markets and launching trendy products. Job responsibilities: Responsible for site compliance to relevant UK Food Safety standards, including BRC. Main point of contact for all customers, suppliers and technical queries. Maintain product specifications and keep supplier database up to date, approving and on-boarding new suppliers. Working closely with NPD team on technical aspects of product trials/launches. Maintain and improve QMS, organising technical documentation and keeping policies up to date with latest legislation. Job Requirements: Experience working to BRC standards Full UK Driving License HACCP Level 3 Minimum of 1 year experience in the UK Food Manufacturing Industry. If you're interested and would like to find out more, reach out and I'll be in touch! Please note candidates must have full UK working rights to apply. Unfortunately my client cannot provide sponorship

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