Process Technologist

We are partnering with a fast-growing, market-leading food-to-go business to recruit a Process Technologist for a confidential hire.

This role is ideal for a technically strong, hands-on individual who thrives in manufacturing environments and enjoys bridging product development with scalable, efficient production.

As Process Technologist, you will play a critical role in translating product concepts into robust, repeatable manufacturing processes across chilled food operations.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading and supporting factory trials, first productions, and scale-up activities
• Optimising manufacturing processes to improve quality, yield, efficiency, and consistency
• Working closely with NPD, Technical, Operations, and Supply Chain teams to ensure smooth product launches
• Troubleshooting process issues on site and implementing corrective actions
• Supporting the transfer of products between sites or suppliers where required
• Ensuring processes meet food safety, legal, and customer standards
• Documenting process parameters, SOPs, and manufacturing specifications

• Proven experience as a Process Technologist or Development / Manufacturing Technologist within chilled food or food-to-go
• Strong understanding of food manufacturing processes and factory operations
• Confident working hands-on in production environments
• Experience running factory trials and scaling products from bench to factory
• Organised, resilient, and comfortable working at pace
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills