Junior NPD Technologist Are you a food graduate looking to kick-start your career in New Product Development with a business that is investing heavily in innovation and growth? We're working with an ambitious and rapidly expanding food manufacturer that has built a reputation for quality, creativity and bringing exciting products to market. Following continued growth and investment, the business is looking to strengthen its NPD team with the addition of a Junior NPD Technologist. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a collaborative and supportive environment where you'll gain hands-on exposure to the full product development process, working alongside experienced professionals who are passionate about food and innovation. The Role As a Junior NPD Technologist, you'll support the development of new and existing products from concept through to launch. You'll be involved in a variety of projects, helping to turn innovative ideas into commercially successful products. Key responsibilities will include: Supporting product development projects from concept to launch Assisting with kitchen trials, product evaluations, and factory trials Preparing samples for internal and customer presentations Completing product specifications and technical documentation Liaising with suppliers and internal departments to ensure projects stay on track Conducting benchmarking and market research activities Supporting continuous improvement initiatives across the product portfolio About You We're keen to hear from graduates or candidates with up to 2 years' experience within food manufacturing who are looking to develop their career in NPD. You'll ideally have: A degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Nutrition or a related discipline A genuine passion for food and innovation Strong organisational and communication skills A proactive and positive approach to learning Good attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects Placement year or industry experience within food manufacturing What's on Offer? Excellent training and development opportunities Exposure to the full NPD lifecycle A supportive team environment The opportunity to join a growing business with ambitious plans for the future If you're looking for a role where you can learn, develop and play a key part in bringing exciting new products to market please contact Danielle Bailey on (phone number removed) or (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)
Jun 24, 2026
Full time
Junior NPD Technologist Are you a food graduate looking to kick-start your career in New Product Development with a business that is investing heavily in innovation and growth? We're working with an ambitious and rapidly expanding food manufacturer that has built a reputation for quality, creativity and bringing exciting products to market. Following continued growth and investment, the business is looking to strengthen its NPD team with the addition of a Junior NPD Technologist. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a collaborative and supportive environment where you'll gain hands-on exposure to the full product development process, working alongside experienced professionals who are passionate about food and innovation. The Role As a Junior NPD Technologist, you'll support the development of new and existing products from concept through to launch. You'll be involved in a variety of projects, helping to turn innovative ideas into commercially successful products. Key responsibilities will include: Supporting product development projects from concept to launch Assisting with kitchen trials, product evaluations, and factory trials Preparing samples for internal and customer presentations Completing product specifications and technical documentation Liaising with suppliers and internal departments to ensure projects stay on track Conducting benchmarking and market research activities Supporting continuous improvement initiatives across the product portfolio About You We're keen to hear from graduates or candidates with up to 2 years' experience within food manufacturing who are looking to develop their career in NPD. You'll ideally have: A degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Nutrition or a related discipline A genuine passion for food and innovation Strong organisational and communication skills A proactive and positive approach to learning Good attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects Placement year or industry experience within food manufacturing What's on Offer? Excellent training and development opportunities Exposure to the full NPD lifecycle A supportive team environment The opportunity to join a growing business with ambitious plans for the future If you're looking for a role where you can learn, develop and play a key part in bringing exciting new products to market please contact Danielle Bailey on (phone number removed) or (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)
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
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.
Oct 03, 2025
Full time
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.
Are you a Food Science graduate 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 is an innovative and inspiring B-Corp accredited food manufacturer, where sustainability and culture is at the heart of everything they do. They are a BRC AA award winning business with a lot of exciting projects on the go, looking to welcome a new member into their Technical team. QA Technologist Hampshire Monday - Friday Competitive Salary DOE Job responsibilities: Responsible for site compliance to relevant UK Food Safety standards, including BRC. 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: UK based Food Science or related degree Full UK Driving License If you're interested and would like to find out more, reach out and I'll be in touch!
Sep 22, 2025
Full time
Are you a Food Science graduate 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 is an innovative and inspiring B-Corp accredited food manufacturer, where sustainability and culture is at the heart of everything they do. They are a BRC AA award winning business with a lot of exciting projects on the go, looking to welcome a new member into their Technical team. QA Technologist Hampshire Monday - Friday Competitive Salary DOE Job responsibilities: Responsible for site compliance to relevant UK Food Safety standards, including BRC. 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: UK based Food Science or related degree Full UK Driving License If you're interested and would like to find out more, reach out and I'll be in touch!
