Reed Specialist Recruitment
City, Manchester
Graduate NPD Technologist - Food Manufacturing 27,000 - 27,500 South Manchester Do you come from a Food or Nutritional Science Degree and want to progress a career as a NPD specialist with one of the UK's fastest growing Food Manufacturers in their category, in a role where full training can be provided? This historic, family-run business prides itself on their positive working environment and commitment to professional development. They supply sauces, spreads and condiments to almost all major UK retailers and have ambitious growth plans for the coming years. They are looking to add to their NPD team with someone from a relevant Food/Nutritional Science or Food Design Degree, training them in things such as factory trials, specifications, development tracking, shelf-life analysis, raw material management and sensory evaluation. This is the perfect opportunity for a real foodie - someone who wants to be proud of the work that they do in an rewarding role that'll allow them to easily spot the products that they have helped to develop in all major supermarkets across the UK. Responsibilities: Supporting product development from concept through to launch, ensuring feasibility, cost efficiency, and alignment to briefs. Creating, testing, and refining product samples, capturing data, conducting analysis, and supporting continuous improvement projects. Collaborating cross-functionally (technical, operations, commercial, supply chain) to deliver successful product launches. Managing trials, documentation, and compliance requirements, ensuring accuracy in specifications, quality, and safety standards. Tracking project progress, communicating updates to stakeholders, and managing timelines while identifying opportunities for innovation. Required Skills & Qualifications: Coming from a relevant Food or Nutritional Sciences Degree Any previous experience in a Food Manufacturing environment is highly advantageous A passion for self-development and eager to continuously learn on the job Confident and excellent communication skills, comfortable working with various teams and communicating with stakeholders at all levels both inside & outside of the business Full right-to-work in the UK Apply as soon as possible, this role will be in high demand and may close before the end date. Graduate NPD Technologist, NPD Technologist, NPD, Product Development, Food Technologist, Food Science, Food Science, Food Design, Graduate, Nutritional, Nutritional Science, Food Technology, Graduate NPD Technologist, FMCG, Food Manufacturing, Food, Bakery, Dairy, Meats, Condiments, Fresh Produce, Ambient, Manchester, Cheshire, Lancashire, North West, Sale, Stockport, Altrincham
Graduate NPD Technologist - Food Manufacturing 27,000 - 27,500 South Manchester Do you come from a Food or Nutritional Science Degree and want to progress a career as a NPD specialist with one of the UK's fastest growing Food Manufacturers in their category, in a role where full training can be provided? This historic, family-run business prides itself on their positive working environment and commitment to professional development. They supply sauces, spreads and condiments to almost all major UK retailers and have ambitious growth plans for the coming years. They are looking to add to their NPD team with someone from a relevant Food/Nutritional Science or Food Design Degree, training them in things such as factory trials, specifications, development tracking, shelf-life analysis, raw material management and sensory evaluation. This is the perfect opportunity for a real foodie - someone who wants to be proud of the work that they do in an rewarding role that'll allow them to easily spot the products that they have helped to develop in all major supermarkets across the UK. Responsibilities: Supporting product development from concept through to launch, ensuring feasibility, cost efficiency, and alignment to briefs. Creating, testing, and refining product samples, capturing data, conducting analysis, and supporting continuous improvement projects. Collaborating cross-functionally (technical, operations, commercial, supply chain) to deliver successful product launches. Managing trials, documentation, and compliance requirements, ensuring accuracy in specifications, quality, and safety standards. Tracking project progress, communicating updates to stakeholders, and managing timelines while identifying opportunities for innovation. Required Skills & Qualifications: Coming from a relevant Food or Nutritional Sciences Degree Any previous experience in a Food Manufacturing environment is highly advantageous A passion for self-development and eager to continuously learn on the job Confident and excellent communication skills, comfortable working with various teams and communicating with stakeholders at all levels both inside & outside of the business Full right-to-work in the UK Apply as soon as possible, this role will be in high demand and may close before the end date. Graduate NPD Technologist, NPD Technologist, NPD, Product Development, Food Technologist, Food Science, Food Science, Food Design, Graduate, Nutritional, Nutritional Science, Food Technology, Graduate NPD Technologist, FMCG, Food Manufacturing, Food, Bakery, Dairy, Meats, Condiments, Fresh Produce, Ambient, Manchester, Cheshire, Lancashire, North West, Sale, Stockport, Altrincham
Henderson Brown Recruitment
Technical Assistant - Food Manufacturing Permanent Monday - Friday 28,000 - 30,000 d.o.e Northamptonshire This is a fantastic opportunity for a new graduate in Food Science or a related discipline looking to kickstart their career in the food industry. You'll gain hands-on experience across NPD, Technical, and Production, building a strong foundation in food safety, compliance, and product development. What you'll be doing as the Technical Assistant: Support NPD and GATE meetings, providing technical input and ensuring projects align with customer requirements and factory capability. Work closely with Process Technologists, NPD, and Commercial teams to deliver innovative, commercially viable products with robust validation and due diligence. Lead and coordinate factory trials for new products and process improvements, ensuring data capture, compliance, and successful outcomes. Manage samples and documentation, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery to customers, stakeholders, and internal teams. Monitor project timelines and critical paths, highlighting risks, proposing solutions, and driving tasks to completion. Assist with technical investigations and reporting, ensuring effective communication of issues and corrective actions to management. Proactively support production teams, advising on technical challenges and ensuring products meet quality, safety, and customer expectations. Contribute to continuous improvement, sharing knowledge, supporting colleagues, and strengthening departmental systems and compliance standards. What you'll need: Similar experience in an entry/junior technical/quality role in the food industury and/or a food manufacturing related degree Own transport Full UK workign rights as no visas are 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 - Food Manufacturing Permanent Monday - Friday 28,000 - 30,000 d.o.e Northamptonshire This is a fantastic opportunity for a new graduate in Food Science or a related discipline looking to kickstart their career in the food industry. You'll gain hands-on experience across NPD, Technical, and Production, building a strong foundation in food safety, compliance, and product development. What you'll be doing as the Technical Assistant: Support NPD and GATE meetings, providing technical input and ensuring projects align with customer requirements and factory capability. Work closely with Process Technologists, NPD, and Commercial teams to deliver innovative, commercially viable products with robust validation and due diligence. Lead and coordinate factory trials for new products and process improvements, ensuring data capture, compliance, and successful outcomes. Manage samples and documentation, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery to customers, stakeholders, and internal teams. Monitor project timelines and critical paths, highlighting risks, proposing solutions, and driving tasks to completion. Assist with technical investigations and reporting, ensuring effective communication of issues and corrective actions to management. Proactively support production teams, advising on technical challenges and ensuring products meet quality, safety, and customer expectations. Contribute to continuous improvement, sharing knowledge, supporting colleagues, and strengthening departmental systems and compliance standards. What you'll need: Similar experience in an entry/junior technical/quality role in the food industury and/or a food manufacturing related degree Own transport Full UK workign rights as no visas are 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.
