Development Technologist

Let s be upfront.

This isn t a junior role disguised as a spec-writing job.

And it s not one of those NPD roles where you never leave your desk.

This is a hands-on Development Technologist role supporting an experienced NPD Manager in a chilled food manufacturing environment.

They re open to less experience if the attitude is right - curiosity, organisation, and a genuine passion for food matter more than ticking every box.

You ll support the Development team across the full NPD process, including:

• Supporting the NPD Manager with day-to-day NPD activity

• Managing the admin side of the gated NPD process

• Completing feasibility and compliance checks ahead of weekly meetings

• Generating nutrition using Nutricalc, reviewing claims and customer policies

• Preparing customer submissions, tasting packs and documentation

• Organising and conducting benchmarking activity

• Carrying out product validation (cook validation, freeze/thaw, shelf life)

• Supporting factory trials, launches and product sampling

• Inputting recipes accurately and sourcing raw materials

• Supporting costings and QAS documentation

This is a multi-faceted, development-focused role, ideal for someone who wants to grow.

• Food-related degree (or equivalent experience)

• Passion for food and food manufacturing

• Some exposure to NPD, development or food manufacturing

• Knowledge of nutrition and nutritional calculation

• Commercial awareness and willingness to learn cost-driven development

• Strong attention to detail and organisation

• Happy working in a site-based role in a fast-paced factory

• Salary up to £35,000

• 25 days holiday + bank holidays

• EV salary sacrifice scheme with on-site charging

• Strong training, development and progression opportunities

If you want to build a long-term career in food NPD and actually get involved in how products are made, this is worth a conversation.