Company description: Mller UK & Ireland is wholly owned by the Unternehmensgruppe Theo Mller which employs over 24,000 people throughout Europe. In the UK, Mller develops, manufactures and markets a wide range of branded and private label dairy products made with milk from more than 1,700 British farmers. The Mller brand is ranked at No.7 in The Grocers Top 100 list of Britains Biggest Brands, and is also the 7th most chosen brand in the UK. Job description: We are recruiting Engineering Apprentices! At Mller UK & Irelandwere proud to create some of the nations favourite dairy products, from fresh milk, butter, and cream to our famous yogurts, desserts, drinks and kefir. Sourcing milk from over 1,000 farms up and down the UK, we serve millions of families every day with a range of branded and private label goods which are nutritious and delicious. Were one of the UK and Irelands major dairy manufacturers and, with milk in 97% of UK fridges and yogurt in 78%, theres a very good chance you have a Mller product in yours. About the role Where will this career journey take you? This is an exciting opportunity to join Mller Milk & Ingredients at our Droitwich site in an apprenticeship role as an Engineering Technician. We have ambitious plans in place to grow our business and transform the dairy industry. To meet those goals, we need people who can grow with us. You will study towards a recognised qualification, earn a good salary, develop new skills, and gain invaluable experience. We aim to empower our employees to be the best they can be at Mller the skys the limit. Your key responsibilities as an Engineering Apprentice will include: Asset Management: keeping Manufacturing machinery maintained, managing processes, filling/packing, and site cleaning operations Involvement in Continuous Improvement projects, project management, or tests and trial activities Fault finding and quick action to meet food safety standards Being part of a team striving to achieve the highest quality products Highlighting concerns and ensuring products or volumes meet the agreed requirements and targets This Apprenticeship combines technical training, academic study, and work-based learning, and covers all the fundamental Engineering topics you need to know, such as: Electrical principles and maintenance Mechanical maintenance to keep the factories running efficiently Automation This programme is delivered in partnership with our training provider, North West Training Council (NWTC), where youll spend 20 weeks of your first year with Mller at their state-of-the-art training facility. From years 2 4, youll spend a combined 22 weeks with NWTC, with the remainder of the time spent back at Droitwich site to embed your learning with our team of Engineering experts, whilst continuing to work with our training provider partner to complete your apprenticeship. What will you need? You will need to meet the following entry requirements: National 5s at band C or above in English & Maths, plus a science/technical subject Able to demonstrate a clear passion for Engineering Ability to take ownership of own work Demonstrates a self-motivated and proactive approach to work and studies Youll need to be flexible with your hours of work upon completion of the apprenticeship including weekends and night shifts Mller offers you a long term career with a genuine market leader. We're an entrepreneurial company where people love to work and make a difference. This role is likely for you if youre committed to fulfilling your potential and becoming a highly prized Engineer with an industry-recognised qualification. What to Expect? At the end of the Apprenticeship programme, you will gain the following qualifications: Level 3 Food & Drink Maintenance Engineer Apprenticeship Certificate Level 3 Diploma in Food & Drink Engineering There is also the potential to progress onto a Level 6 Engineering Degree if you show the drive and enthusiasm! You will also benefit from: An annual salary of £18,500 with structured increases yearly A full time role of 40 hours per week Were committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. At Mller, we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. If youre passionate, curious, and ready to learn well support you every step of the way. JBRP1_UKTJ
Nov 18, 2025
Full time
Company description: Mller UK & Ireland is wholly owned by the Unternehmensgruppe Theo Mller which employs over 24,000 people throughout Europe. In the UK, Mller develops, manufactures and markets a wide range of branded and private label dairy products made with milk from more than 1,700 British farmers. The Mller brand is ranked at No.7 in The Grocers Top 100 list of Britains Biggest Brands, and is also the 7th most chosen brand in the UK. Job description: We are recruiting Engineering Apprentices! At Mller UK & Irelandwere proud to create some of the nations favourite dairy products, from fresh milk, butter, and cream to our famous yogurts, desserts, drinks and kefir. Sourcing milk from over 1,000 farms up and down the UK, we serve millions of families every day with a range of branded and private label goods which are nutritious and delicious. Were one of the UK and Irelands major dairy manufacturers and, with milk in 97% of UK fridges and yogurt in 78%, theres a very good chance you have a Mller product in yours. About the role Where will this career journey take you? This is an exciting opportunity to join Mller Milk & Ingredients at our Droitwich site in an apprenticeship role as an Engineering Technician. We have ambitious plans in place to grow our business and transform the dairy industry. To meet those goals, we need people who can grow with us. You will study towards a recognised qualification, earn a good salary, develop new skills, and gain invaluable experience. We aim to empower our employees to be the best they can be at Mller the skys the limit. Your key responsibilities as an Engineering Apprentice will include: Asset Management: keeping Manufacturing machinery maintained, managing processes, filling/packing, and site cleaning operations Involvement in Continuous Improvement projects, project management, or tests and trial activities Fault finding and quick action to meet food safety standards Being part of a team striving to achieve the highest quality products Highlighting concerns and ensuring products or volumes meet the agreed requirements and targets This Apprenticeship combines technical training, academic study, and work-based learning, and covers all the fundamental Engineering topics you need to know, such as: Electrical principles and maintenance Mechanical maintenance to keep the factories running efficiently Automation This programme is delivered in partnership with our training provider, North West Training Council (NWTC), where youll spend 20 weeks of your first year with Mller at their state-of-the-art training facility. From years 2 4, youll spend a combined 22 weeks with NWTC, with the remainder of the time spent back at Droitwich site to embed your learning with our team of Engineering experts, whilst continuing to work with our training provider partner to complete your apprenticeship. What will you need? You will need to meet the following entry requirements: National 5s at band C or above in English & Maths, plus a science/technical subject Able to demonstrate a clear passion for Engineering Ability to take ownership of own work Demonstrates a self-motivated and proactive approach to work and studies Youll need to be flexible with your hours of work upon completion of the apprenticeship including weekends and night shifts Mller offers you a long term career with a genuine market leader. We're an entrepreneurial company where people love to work and make a difference. This role is likely for you if youre committed to fulfilling your potential and becoming a highly prized Engineer with an industry-recognised qualification. What to Expect? At the end of the Apprenticeship programme, you will gain the following qualifications: Level 3 Food & Drink Maintenance Engineer Apprenticeship Certificate Level 3 Diploma in Food & Drink Engineering There is also the potential to progress onto a Level 6 Engineering Degree if you show the drive and enthusiasm! You will also benefit from: An annual salary of £18,500 with structured increases yearly A full time role of 40 hours per week Were committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. At Mller, we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. If youre passionate, curious, and ready to learn well support you every step of the way. JBRP1_UKTJ
Griffith Foods Ltd., Somercotes, Derbyshire, United Kingdom Job Description Posted Sunday, May 11, 2025 at 11:00 PM We blend care and creativity to nourish the world. Griffith Foods is global product development partner, we specialize in high-quality food ingredients. We serve global food companies and regional food companies worldwide. As a family business, we've valued people above all else for 100 years. Griffith is renowned for true, collaborative innovation. Our people care. We're committed to helping our customers create better products - and a better, more sustainable world. Learn more about Griffith Foods on The purpose of the role Executes R&D initiatives for the Product Category Team, with a primary focus on breakthrough and proactive innovation. Responsible for innovation project management. Enables product leadership in the product category to align with the overall business strategy and long-range plan. Provides technical expertise for the product category. Provides guidance and support to internal (regional) teams in relevant technical aspects for the product category. Responsibilities • Hands on Scientist with a passion to drive technical excellence, conduct innovative research, and independently plan, design, and execute experiments to develop disruptive solutions in alignment with innovation plan. • Responsible for the management, coordination and prioritization of the tasks, activities and duties of existing or future R&D Technicians or Technologists reporting into this role. • As part of the Innovation Process Management, understands and considers complex customer requirements across different regions (ingredients availability, product design, and legislative restrictions) as well as their operational processes and their technical requirements. • Leads the exploration, evaluation and implementation of new and novel ingredients and processing techniques at bench or commercial scale as needed. • Competent user of the Innovation Process Management system (IPM). • Participates in global related technical taskforces in conjunction with Global R&D, Marketing, Culinary and Business Development. • Maintains GLP's, GMP's, and all required laboratory records, using electronic systems and written protocols, to ensure data integrity and compliance. • Ensures the security and confidentiality of all information regarding Griffith Innovation or Client product formulas and related data. Requirements • Minimum Education o BSc in Food Science, Food Technology, Food Chemistry, Chemistry or related science • Preferred Education: o MSc in Food or related Science • Minimum Experience o 10 years. • Preferred Experience: o >12 years. Working at Griffith Foods We are a caring family company where everyone has the opportunity to grow, follow their own personal Purpose and find fulfillment in their work. We support each other, demonstrate mutual respect and nourish people's well-being. We believe in doing the right thing, especially when it is hard to do and recognize that our success depends on our customers' success consequently, we work together, leveraging our skills, knowledge and ideas to create exceptional products and solutions. We value diversity at our company and celebrate our cultural and personal differences, knowing that together, we create a unique source of strength. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, or age. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to disability you may contact us at Griffith Foods Ltd., Somercotes, Derbyshire, United Kingdom
Nov 07, 2025
Full time
Griffith Foods Ltd., Somercotes, Derbyshire, United Kingdom Job Description Posted Sunday, May 11, 2025 at 11:00 PM We blend care and creativity to nourish the world. Griffith Foods is global product development partner, we specialize in high-quality food ingredients. We serve global food companies and regional food companies worldwide. As a family business, we've valued people above all else for 100 years. Griffith is renowned for true, collaborative innovation. Our people care. We're committed to helping our customers create better products - and a better, more sustainable world. Learn more about Griffith Foods on The purpose of the role Executes R&D initiatives for the Product Category Team, with a primary focus on breakthrough and proactive innovation. Responsible for innovation project management. Enables product leadership in the product category to align with the overall business strategy and long-range plan. Provides technical expertise for the product category. Provides guidance and support to internal (regional) teams in relevant technical aspects for the product category. Responsibilities • Hands on Scientist with a passion to drive technical excellence, conduct innovative research, and independently plan, design, and execute experiments to develop disruptive solutions in alignment with innovation plan. • Responsible for the management, coordination and prioritization of the tasks, activities and duties of existing or future R&D Technicians or Technologists reporting into this role. • As part of the Innovation Process Management, understands and considers complex customer requirements across different regions (ingredients availability, product design, and legislative restrictions) as well as their operational processes and their technical requirements. • Leads the exploration, evaluation and implementation of new and novel ingredients and processing techniques at bench or commercial scale as needed. • Competent user of the Innovation Process Management system (IPM). • Participates in global related technical taskforces in conjunction with Global R&D, Marketing, Culinary and Business Development. • Maintains GLP's, GMP's, and all required laboratory records, using electronic systems and written protocols, to ensure data integrity and compliance. • Ensures the security and confidentiality of all information regarding Griffith Innovation or Client product formulas and related data. Requirements • Minimum Education o BSc in Food Science, Food Technology, Food Chemistry, Chemistry or related science • Preferred Education: o MSc in Food or related Science • Minimum Experience o 10 years. • Preferred Experience: o >12 years. Working at Griffith Foods We are a caring family company where everyone has the opportunity to grow, follow their own personal Purpose and find fulfillment in their work. We support each other, demonstrate mutual respect and nourish people's well-being. We believe in doing the right thing, especially when it is hard to do and recognize that our success depends on our customers' success consequently, we work together, leveraging our skills, knowledge and ideas to create exceptional products and solutions. We value diversity at our company and celebrate our cultural and personal differences, knowing that together, we create a unique source of strength. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, or age. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to disability you may contact us at Griffith Foods Ltd., Somercotes, Derbyshire, United Kingdom
We're looking for a Senior Bioprocess Specialist to join our awesome team. You will join our Production team in London, operating mammalian tissue culture systems to support the production of cultivated fat. You will implement novel protocols and technologies to drive our progress towards large-scale manufacturing, working alongside brilliant engineers, biologists, and mathematicians. As a Senior Bioprocess Specialist, you will work within our Production team and be the key hands on specialist running pilot scale bioreactor operations, supporting scale up and process validation. Over time you will transition into a key role for routine production at the next manufacturing scale. Your diligence, talent for collaboration, and reliability will make you an essential member of our team. What you'll do Operate, monitor, and maintain our in house built pilot scale bioreactors, including set up, inoculation, sampling, harvest, CIP/SIP, cleaning, and shutdown procedures. Execute standard operating procedures (SOPs), batch records, and other documentation, ensuring full compliance with quality and safety standards. Troubleshoot process and equipment issues in real time, including sensor faults, flow disruptions, in process monitoring deviations, and contamination events; perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to maintain bioreactor performance and product quality. Support scale up efforts by assisting in the transfer of pilot scale protocols and lessons learned into the next scale bioreactor design and validation. Train junior technicians and operators on bioreactor protocols, safety, and SOPs. What we're looking for A master's degree (or equivalent experience) in biotechnology, biochemical engineering, bioprocess engineering, or related life sciences / engineering field Minimum 5 years of experience working with microbial or mammalian bioreactors in pilot / lab / manufacturing environment Demonstrated ability in leading cell culture operations in a production environment Strong technical troubleshooting skills: experience diagnosing and resolving bioprocess upsets Excellent aseptic technique in biosafety cabinets Experience with control systems (e.g. SCADA, distributed control systems, PLC/HMI) and process automation Good analytical skills: experience sampling, performing assays, interpreting process data Experience following and writing SOPs, GMP / GLP documentation practices, batch record and deviation reporting A talent for teamwork and collaboration Bonus points for experience with: Experience with large scale culture media preparation ( L scale) Experience with downstream processing methods Project management tools Electronic Laboratory Notebook (ELN) software Why join us? We're tackling real world problems through cutting edge bioreactor technology and sustainable solutions. Join us, and you won't just be doing a job-you'll be shaping the future of food and biotech sustainability. Combine deep bioreactor work with troubleshooting skills to meet ambitious scale up goals in a brand new industry. Work with expert bioprocess scale up, production, hardware team and software teams to implement a novel bioreactor platform for food and biotech. We don't just work together-we grow together. Join a fast paced startup culture that values collaboration, integrity, and shared success. The benefits: Highly competitive salary (£55k) Stock option plan ️ Brand new lab and office in Old Street Weekly socials and events Pension plan (matching up to 5%) ️ 25 days' holiday + bank holidays Supportive and collaborative environment Being part of something amazing About Hoxton Farms Hoxton Farms grow cultivated pork fat, a healthy and delicious ingredient for the food industry. Cofounded in 2020 by Max Jamilly and Ed Steele, we are building the world's most scalable and cost effective tech stack for mammalian cell biomanufacturing - and we're monetising it with a premium B2B ingredient. Hoxton Farms are a team of 50 based in London. We have raised from investors including Founders Fund, Collab Fund, FSV/F Prime and Global Brain. Healthy fats. B2B cultivated fat is fast to market and will dominate a premium niche. Compared to traditional fat, cultivated pork fat is healthier and more scalable. Hoxton Farms have commercial traction with meat/CPG companies including some of the largest food companies in Asia. Cost and scale. Hoxton Farms have patented scalable, low cost, high yield bioreactors for mammalian stem cells. We opened a pilot production facility in London in 2023. Team. Hoxton Farms have a brilliant and friendly team including world class talent from the cultivated meat, biotech and engineering industries - all under one roof in central London. Hoxton Farms is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces inclusion, diversity and belonging. If you believe you would add value to our company but don't meet all the criteria, we would still love to hear from you. We especially encourage applications from female+, LGBTQIA+, disabled and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates, as these groups are underrepresented in the tech industry.
Oct 30, 2025
Full time
We're looking for a Senior Bioprocess Specialist to join our awesome team. You will join our Production team in London, operating mammalian tissue culture systems to support the production of cultivated fat. You will implement novel protocols and technologies to drive our progress towards large-scale manufacturing, working alongside brilliant engineers, biologists, and mathematicians. As a Senior Bioprocess Specialist, you will work within our Production team and be the key hands on specialist running pilot scale bioreactor operations, supporting scale up and process validation. Over time you will transition into a key role for routine production at the next manufacturing scale. Your diligence, talent for collaboration, and reliability will make you an essential member of our team. What you'll do Operate, monitor, and maintain our in house built pilot scale bioreactors, including set up, inoculation, sampling, harvest, CIP/SIP, cleaning, and shutdown procedures. Execute standard operating procedures (SOPs), batch records, and other documentation, ensuring full compliance with quality and safety standards. Troubleshoot process and equipment issues in real time, including sensor faults, flow disruptions, in process monitoring deviations, and contamination events; perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to maintain bioreactor performance and product quality. Support scale up efforts by assisting in the transfer of pilot scale protocols and lessons learned into the next scale bioreactor design and validation. Train junior technicians and operators on bioreactor protocols, safety, and SOPs. What we're looking for A master's degree (or equivalent experience) in biotechnology, biochemical engineering, bioprocess engineering, or related life sciences / engineering field Minimum 5 years of experience working with microbial or mammalian bioreactors in pilot / lab / manufacturing environment Demonstrated ability in leading cell culture operations in a production environment Strong technical troubleshooting skills: experience diagnosing and resolving bioprocess upsets Excellent aseptic technique in biosafety cabinets Experience with control systems (e.g. SCADA, distributed control systems, PLC/HMI) and process automation Good analytical skills: experience sampling, performing assays, interpreting process data Experience following and writing SOPs, GMP / GLP documentation practices, batch record and deviation reporting A talent for teamwork and collaboration Bonus points for experience with: Experience with large scale culture media preparation ( L scale) Experience with downstream processing methods Project management tools Electronic Laboratory Notebook (ELN) software Why join us? We're tackling real world problems through cutting edge bioreactor technology and sustainable solutions. Join us, and you won't just be doing a job-you'll be shaping the future of food and biotech sustainability. Combine deep bioreactor work with troubleshooting skills to meet ambitious scale up goals in a brand new industry. Work with expert bioprocess scale up, production, hardware team and software teams to implement a novel bioreactor platform for food and biotech. We don't just work together-we grow together. Join a fast paced startup culture that values collaboration, integrity, and shared success. The benefits: Highly competitive salary (£55k) Stock option plan ️ Brand new lab and office in Old Street Weekly socials and events Pension plan (matching up to 5%) ️ 25 days' holiday + bank holidays Supportive and collaborative environment Being part of something amazing About Hoxton Farms Hoxton Farms grow cultivated pork fat, a healthy and delicious ingredient for the food industry. Cofounded in 2020 by Max Jamilly and Ed Steele, we are building the world's most scalable and cost effective tech stack for mammalian cell biomanufacturing - and we're monetising it with a premium B2B ingredient. Hoxton Farms are a team of 50 based in London. We have raised from investors including Founders Fund, Collab Fund, FSV/F Prime and Global Brain. Healthy fats. B2B cultivated fat is fast to market and will dominate a premium niche. Compared to traditional fat, cultivated pork fat is healthier and more scalable. Hoxton Farms have commercial traction with meat/CPG companies including some of the largest food companies in Asia. Cost and scale. Hoxton Farms have patented scalable, low cost, high yield bioreactors for mammalian stem cells. We opened a pilot production facility in London in 2023. Team. Hoxton Farms have a brilliant and friendly team including world class talent from the cultivated meat, biotech and engineering industries - all under one roof in central London. Hoxton Farms is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces inclusion, diversity and belonging. If you believe you would add value to our company but don't meet all the criteria, we would still love to hear from you. We especially encourage applications from female+, LGBTQIA+, disabled and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates, as these groups are underrepresented in the tech industry.