Solent Group Christchurch, United Kingdom Technical Hybrid Company Description Solent Group work with a diverse portfolio of Retailers and supply bespoke products within various categories, including Health & Beauty, Household Impulse Snacking and Reusable Bags. We are proud to be best-in-class when it comes to own-label product innovation. Our Categories are fast-paced with ever-evolving trends and a host of ground-breaking products coming to market on a regular basis - we add value to retailers by leading and owning each category. Here at Solent we want people to be extraordinary. We pride ourselves on creating and producing amazing products and brands for our Global Customers. You will be joining a company with offices globally across South Africa, Hong Kong, Shanghai, Vietnam, and the UK. Position DIVISION/DEPT: Technical - Foods REPORT TO: Head of Technical - foods LINE MANAGEMENT: Food Technologist LOCATION: Hybrid Christchurch (Minimum 1 day a week in the office) TRAVEL: Regular European and UK overnight travel ( often at short notice) We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Technical Manager to join our team. This is a customer-facing role that requires a strong technical background in food safety and quality, exceptional communication skills, and the ability to build and maintain robust client relationships. The successful candidate will serve as the technical expert for key customers, ensuring product compliance, addressing technical queries, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. Requirements Responsibilities: Customer Relationship Management: Serve as the primary technical contact for key customers, maintaining strong, trust-based relationships. Proactively address customer queries, complaints, and concerns, ensuring swift and effective resolution. Provide technical presentations, reports, and updates tailored to customer requirements. Escort customer visits to manufacturing partners. This will include where necessary attending factory trials, pre-production and product launches. Technical Oversight: Lead product specification reviews and ensure compliance with relevant food safety standards, regulations, and customer codes of practice. Conduct risk assessments and provide guidance on raw materials, allergens, product testing and product labelling. Collaborate with internal teams and manufacturing partners to ensure products meet or exceed customer and regulatory expectations. Drive continuous improvement initiatives in quality and technical processes internally and with the key manufacturing partners. Work closely with NPD, supply chain, and manufacturing partners teams to develop innovative, customer-focused solutions. Deliver Solent sustainability programmes. Auditing and Compliance: Support customer and third-party audits, ensuring readiness and compliance at all times. Support and guide manufacturing partners ensuring readiness and compliance to the customers standards and policies. Oversee and perform regular manufacturing partners audits in monitoring of their compliance to customers own standards and policies. Monitor changes in industry standards and regulations, advising customers, manufacturing partners and internal stakeholders as necessary. Mentor and guide junior members of the technical team. Act as a liaison between customers and manufacturing partners, fostering alignment and shared goals. About you: Proven experience in a senior technical or quality role within the food industry. Strong knowledge of food safety standards (e.g., BRCGS, IFS), customer standards ( M&S, Tesco)and UK/EU food regulations. Demonstrated ability to manage and influence relationships with key customers. Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure. Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and the ability to prioritize effectively. A degree in Food Science, Microbiology, or a related field (or equivalent experience). Please note: This role involves regular tasting/handling of food products, including dairy, nuts and other allergens. Please consider this when applying if you have severe food allergies. Other information What we offer: Competitive salary with annual salary reviews 25 days holiday per annum, increasing to 27 days after 3 years' service and 30 days after 5 years' service Extensive benefits programme including buying additional holiday, medical cash plan, access to mental health support and many other benefits Flexible hours and work from home available to all staff Great learning and development and progression opportunities Yearly bonus structure (based on company targets) Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Leave Generous Company Sick Pay Pension Scheme Contribution Solent social events run by our inhouse Social Team
Jan 16, 2026
Full time
Solent Group Christchurch, United Kingdom Technical Hybrid Company Description Solent Group work with a diverse portfolio of Retailers and supply bespoke products within various categories, including Health & Beauty, Household Impulse Snacking and Reusable Bags. We are proud to be best-in-class when it comes to own-label product innovation. Our Categories are fast-paced with ever-evolving trends and a host of ground-breaking products coming to market on a regular basis - we add value to retailers by leading and owning each category. Here at Solent we want people to be extraordinary. We pride ourselves on creating and producing amazing products and brands for our Global Customers. You will be joining a company with offices globally across South Africa, Hong Kong, Shanghai, Vietnam, and the UK. Position DIVISION/DEPT: Technical - Foods REPORT TO: Head of Technical - foods LINE MANAGEMENT: Food Technologist LOCATION: Hybrid Christchurch (Minimum 1 day a week in the office) TRAVEL: Regular European and UK overnight travel ( often at short notice) We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Technical Manager to join our team. This is a customer-facing role that requires a strong technical background in food safety and quality, exceptional communication skills, and the ability to build and maintain robust client relationships. The successful candidate will serve as the technical expert for key customers, ensuring product compliance, addressing technical queries, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. Requirements Responsibilities: Customer Relationship Management: Serve as the primary technical contact for key customers, maintaining strong, trust-based relationships. Proactively address customer queries, complaints, and concerns, ensuring swift and effective resolution. Provide technical presentations, reports, and updates tailored to customer requirements. Escort customer visits to manufacturing partners. This will include where necessary attending factory trials, pre-production and product launches. Technical Oversight: Lead product specification reviews and ensure compliance with relevant food safety standards, regulations, and customer codes of practice. Conduct risk assessments and provide guidance on raw materials, allergens, product testing and product labelling. Collaborate with internal teams and manufacturing partners to ensure products meet or exceed customer and regulatory expectations. Drive continuous improvement initiatives in quality and technical processes internally and with the key manufacturing partners. Work closely with NPD, supply chain, and manufacturing partners teams to develop innovative, customer-focused solutions. Deliver Solent sustainability programmes. Auditing and Compliance: Support customer and third-party audits, ensuring readiness and compliance at all times. Support and guide manufacturing partners ensuring readiness and compliance to the customers standards and policies. Oversee and perform regular manufacturing partners audits in monitoring of their compliance to customers own standards and policies. Monitor changes in industry standards and regulations, advising customers, manufacturing partners and internal stakeholders as necessary. Mentor and guide junior members of the technical team. Act as a liaison between customers and manufacturing partners, fostering alignment and shared goals. About you: Proven experience in a senior technical or quality role within the food industry. Strong knowledge of food safety standards (e.g., BRCGS, IFS), customer standards ( M&S, Tesco)and UK/EU food regulations. Demonstrated ability to manage and influence relationships with key customers. Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure. Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and the ability to prioritize effectively. A degree in Food Science, Microbiology, or a related field (or equivalent experience). Please note: This role involves regular tasting/handling of food products, including dairy, nuts and other allergens. Please consider this when applying if you have severe food allergies. Other information What we offer: Competitive salary with annual salary reviews 25 days holiday per annum, increasing to 27 days after 3 years' service and 30 days after 5 years' service Extensive benefits programme including buying additional holiday, medical cash plan, access to mental health support and many other benefits Flexible hours and work from home available to all staff Great learning and development and progression opportunities Yearly bonus structure (based on company targets) Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Leave Generous Company Sick Pay Pension Scheme Contribution Solent social events run by our inhouse Social Team
Technologist - Bo'ness We're proud to be Bakkavor Monday-Friday 08:00- 16:00 Competitve Permanent Highly competitive reward package including life insurance, staff shop with hot food, MyBargains discount platform and more. Why join us? We're proud to offer you a career with a global leader in the fresh prepared food industry. We're proud to give everyone the opportunity and support to develop and progress their career. To nurture talent, fuel ambition and work with resilience and purpose to achieve the highest possible standards. What we do. This particular role is based at our Bakkavor Salads Bo'ness site, which employs over 1,000 people and produces food-to-go salads and salad accompaniments to a number of customers. It is located 3.5 miles from Linlithgow and 8 miles to Falkirk. About the role. Reporting into our Senior Technologist at our Bakkavor Bo'ness site, a fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Technologist to provide technical support to the technical team Accountabilities: Role accountabilities include: Technical Management Support - To support & develop the technical systems to meet business, customer, industry standards, taking responsibility of the day-to-day management and maintenance of some or all the following: allergen management procedures, allergen risk assessments, QMS, HACCP, process validations, technical reports, and nutritional surveillance. Communication - To ensure effective, professional, timely communication. Contribute to customer audits and visits, supporting in areas of expertise. Audits - To conduct audits as part of the internal QMS. To trend actions and non-conformances and to report into the relevant forums. NPD - Work with the team to ensure all changes associated with launches, delists, and promo activities are implemented to support the operation teams and achieves the correct deadlines. People - To support others in the technical team in all tasks as required and be flexible to cover different work, also be involved in projects as requested. Health & Safety - To operate in a safe working manner and support the site on continuous improvements relating to health and safety. About you: Previous demonstrable experience in a chilled food manufacturing environment in at least one of the following disciplines: Technical; Development; or graduated in related discipline Good organisational skills with the ability to multi-task and manage own time/workload Strong understanding of HACCP within food industry and fundamental steps of risk management Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word Is aware of the business issues; trials; development concepts and customer expectations A pragmatic in approach to problem solving and is agile in finding solutions Vigilant with good attention to detail and spots opportunities for improvement A self-starter who is inquisitive and driven to improve . What you'll receive. As an equal opportunity employer, we're committed to providing a safe and rewarding environment for you to thrive in. This is why we work hard to deliver benefits, rewards and wellbeing offerings that are important to you. You'll enjoy: Life Assurance (1 x salary) Staff Shop, Stakeholder Pension Scheme MyBargains Discount Platform Personal Accident Insurance Free Independent Mortgage Advice Employee Assistance Programme A range of voluntary benefits (holiday purchase scheme, additional life assurance, dental & hospital cash plans) Discounted tutoring for children Access to financial learning tools and affordable loans via your salary Private Medical Insurance (after 5 years' service Free car parking, fantastic staff shop, company events, £250 refer a friend scheme and more. Proud to be Bakkavor . We're proud to be the market leader in the UK fresh prepared food industry. We're proud to supply meals, salads, desserts, pizza and bread to leading grocery retailers including Tesco, M&S, Sainsbury's and Waitrose. We're driven by the hard work and passion of our people and are delighted to offer a wide range of careers across our business - come and join our dedicated Bakkavor team! Find out more and apply.
Jan 15, 2026
Full time
Technologist - Bo'ness We're proud to be Bakkavor Monday-Friday 08:00- 16:00 Competitve Permanent Highly competitive reward package including life insurance, staff shop with hot food, MyBargains discount platform and more. Why join us? We're proud to offer you a career with a global leader in the fresh prepared food industry. We're proud to give everyone the opportunity and support to develop and progress their career. To nurture talent, fuel ambition and work with resilience and purpose to achieve the highest possible standards. What we do. This particular role is based at our Bakkavor Salads Bo'ness site, which employs over 1,000 people and produces food-to-go salads and salad accompaniments to a number of customers. It is located 3.5 miles from Linlithgow and 8 miles to Falkirk. About the role. Reporting into our Senior Technologist at our Bakkavor Bo'ness site, a fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Technologist to provide technical support to the technical team Accountabilities: Role accountabilities include: Technical Management Support - To support & develop the technical systems to meet business, customer, industry standards, taking responsibility of the day-to-day management and maintenance of some or all the following: allergen management procedures, allergen risk assessments, QMS, HACCP, process validations, technical reports, and nutritional surveillance. Communication - To ensure effective, professional, timely communication. Contribute to customer audits and visits, supporting in areas of expertise. Audits - To conduct audits as part of the internal QMS. To trend actions and non-conformances and to report into the relevant forums. NPD - Work with the team to ensure all changes associated with launches, delists, and promo activities are implemented to support the operation teams and achieves the correct deadlines. People - To support others in the technical team in all tasks as required and be flexible to cover different work, also be involved in projects as requested. Health & Safety - To operate in a safe working manner and support the site on continuous improvements relating to health and safety. About you: Previous demonstrable experience in a chilled food manufacturing environment in at least one of the following disciplines: Technical; Development; or graduated in related discipline Good organisational skills with the ability to multi-task and manage own time/workload Strong understanding of HACCP within food industry and fundamental steps of risk management Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word Is aware of the business issues; trials; development concepts and customer expectations A pragmatic in approach to problem solving and is agile in finding solutions Vigilant with good attention to detail and spots opportunities for improvement A self-starter who is inquisitive and driven to improve . What you'll receive. As an equal opportunity employer, we're committed to providing a safe and rewarding environment for you to thrive in. This is why we work hard to deliver benefits, rewards and wellbeing offerings that are important to you. You'll enjoy: Life Assurance (1 x salary) Staff Shop, Stakeholder Pension Scheme MyBargains Discount Platform Personal Accident Insurance Free Independent Mortgage Advice Employee Assistance Programme A range of voluntary benefits (holiday purchase scheme, additional life assurance, dental & hospital cash plans) Discounted tutoring for children Access to financial learning tools and affordable loans via your salary Private Medical Insurance (after 5 years' service Free car parking, fantastic staff shop, company events, £250 refer a friend scheme and more. Proud to be Bakkavor . We're proud to be the market leader in the UK fresh prepared food industry. We're proud to supply meals, salads, desserts, pizza and bread to leading grocery retailers including Tesco, M&S, Sainsbury's and Waitrose. We're driven by the hard work and passion of our people and are delighted to offer a wide range of careers across our business - come and join our dedicated Bakkavor team! Find out more and apply.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Process Technologist to join a fast-paced food manufacturing environment in the South West. This role will play a key part in developing and delivering new products to market, ensuring quality, compliance and efficiency throughout the process. Key responsibilities include: Managing product development from concept to launch, ensuring customer and legislative requirements are met. Building and maintaining strong relationships with manufacturers and supporting product trials across the UK and Ireland. Coordinating samples, labelling, documentation, and shelf-life evaluations. Assisting with customer visits, including preparing product displays and providing on-site support. Identifying innovative ideas and ingredient opportunities to support continuous improvement. Monitoring food trends and competitor activity to share insights with the wider team. Candidate requirements: BSc in Food Science/Technology (or similar). 2+ years' NPD/process experience within FMCG. Strong knowledge of UK labelling legislation. Enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, both independently and as part of a team, with a hands-on approach. Excellent organisational and communication skills. A valid driving licence. This is a full-time position, Monday to Friday, with some flexibility required for trials and launches. A competitive salary and benefits package are offered. Please note sponsorship applications are not being accepted at this time. For further information or for a confidential conversation, please contact Danielle Bailey on (phone number removed) or via (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)
Jan 15, 2026
Full time
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Process Technologist to join a fast-paced food manufacturing environment in the South West. This role will play a key part in developing and delivering new products to market, ensuring quality, compliance and efficiency throughout the process. Key responsibilities include: Managing product development from concept to launch, ensuring customer and legislative requirements are met. Building and maintaining strong relationships with manufacturers and supporting product trials across the UK and Ireland. Coordinating samples, labelling, documentation, and shelf-life evaluations. Assisting with customer visits, including preparing product displays and providing on-site support. Identifying innovative ideas and ingredient opportunities to support continuous improvement. Monitoring food trends and competitor activity to share insights with the wider team. Candidate requirements: BSc in Food Science/Technology (or similar). 2+ years' NPD/process experience within FMCG. Strong knowledge of UK labelling legislation. Enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, both independently and as part of a team, with a hands-on approach. Excellent organisational and communication skills. A valid driving licence. This is a full-time position, Monday to Friday, with some flexibility required for trials and launches. A competitive salary and benefits package are offered. Please note sponsorship applications are not being accepted at this time. For further information or for a confidential conversation, please contact Danielle Bailey on (phone number removed) or via (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)
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. The role 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. About you 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 What s on offer 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.
Jan 15, 2026
Full time
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. The role 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. About you 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 What s on offer 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.
Development Technologist Location: Gainsborough, Lincolnshire Job Type: Full-time Salary: 30-35k Are you passionate about food and driven by innovation? We're looking for a Development Technologist to join our dynamic NPD team and help bring exciting new products to life! This is your chance to play a key role in shaping the future of food, supporting product launches, and ensuring every detail meets the highest standards. What You'll Be Doing Be the backbone of our Development Team, working across a diverse customer base to deliver exceptional products. Champion the gated NPD process, managing key admin tasks and supporting feasibility and stage-gate meetings. Own compliance checks and nutritional data generation (using NutriCalc), ensuring products meet customer policies and legislation. Prepare spot-on documentation for customer submissions-forms, tasting booklets, and more. Conduct benchmarking to keep our products ahead of the curve. Dive into hands-on validation work-from cooking trials to freeze-thaw testing. Stay ahead of food trends and bring fresh ideas to the table. Support factory trials and scale-ups for smooth product launches. Promote a food-first culture internally and externally. Manage recipe input and raw material sourcing to keep projects on track. Assist with product sampling and build robust QAS documentation. What We're Looking For Degree in a food-related discipline. A genuine passion for food and innovation. Commercial awareness with the ability to develop products to cost. Strong IT skills (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) and familiarity with internal systems. Excellent attention to detail and interpersonal skills. Team player with knowledge of nutrition and ability to calculate nutritional info. Ready to make your mark in food innovation? Apply now with your CV and I will reach out with more information!
Jan 15, 2026
Full time
Development Technologist Location: Gainsborough, Lincolnshire Job Type: Full-time Salary: 30-35k Are you passionate about food and driven by innovation? We're looking for a Development Technologist to join our dynamic NPD team and help bring exciting new products to life! This is your chance to play a key role in shaping the future of food, supporting product launches, and ensuring every detail meets the highest standards. What You'll Be Doing Be the backbone of our Development Team, working across a diverse customer base to deliver exceptional products. Champion the gated NPD process, managing key admin tasks and supporting feasibility and stage-gate meetings. Own compliance checks and nutritional data generation (using NutriCalc), ensuring products meet customer policies and legislation. Prepare spot-on documentation for customer submissions-forms, tasting booklets, and more. Conduct benchmarking to keep our products ahead of the curve. Dive into hands-on validation work-from cooking trials to freeze-thaw testing. Stay ahead of food trends and bring fresh ideas to the table. Support factory trials and scale-ups for smooth product launches. Promote a food-first culture internally and externally. Manage recipe input and raw material sourcing to keep projects on track. Assist with product sampling and build robust QAS documentation. What We're Looking For Degree in a food-related discipline. A genuine passion for food and innovation. Commercial awareness with the ability to develop products to cost. Strong IT skills (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) and familiarity with internal systems. Excellent attention to detail and interpersonal skills. Team player with knowledge of nutrition and ability to calculate nutritional info. Ready to make your mark in food innovation? Apply now with your CV and I will reach out with more information!
I am looking for hands on Senior Process Technologist who is looking to join a booming and growing business. This role will be fast paced, working across multiple top retailers and offers a large variety of products. You will be heading up the process team and working closely with NPD to deliver products to launch efficiently. As Senior Process Technologist you will provide a site-based resource within the development department to own and manage NPD, EPD projects for the site for the customer base from process handover to launch. From site approval you will head up projects / process handover and execution of successful scale up of products into the factory to meet both the customer and businesses expectations, whilst satisfying all relevant technical and operational criteria in line with a very high critical path. Thus, delivering a timely and faultless successful launch, supported by the relevant site functions. A varied position which requires an individual with previous process experience who is searching for that career defining opportunity. You will need a min of 3 years process exp and a strong work ethic. Please get in touch (url removed) / (phone number 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)
Jan 09, 2026
Full time
I am looking for hands on Senior Process Technologist who is looking to join a booming and growing business. This role will be fast paced, working across multiple top retailers and offers a large variety of products. You will be heading up the process team and working closely with NPD to deliver products to launch efficiently. As Senior Process Technologist you will provide a site-based resource within the development department to own and manage NPD, EPD projects for the site for the customer base from process handover to launch. From site approval you will head up projects / process handover and execution of successful scale up of products into the factory to meet both the customer and businesses expectations, whilst satisfying all relevant technical and operational criteria in line with a very high critical path. Thus, delivering a timely and faultless successful launch, supported by the relevant site functions. A varied position which requires an individual with previous process experience who is searching for that career defining opportunity. You will need a min of 3 years process exp and a strong work ethic. Please get in touch (url removed) / (phone number 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)
Have you got a passion for baking and New Product Development? Has to time come for you to explore a new opportunity and look at developing your career? This opportunity could be for you! This role needs your knowledge of Baking and NPD processes in order to succeed. Reporting to the NPD Manager you will be one of the senior people within the NPD team and use your already great experience in baking to guide and pass on your experience to the team and get hands stuck in! The role: Retailer facing environment You will use your existing knowledge and experience of NPD Processes Optimise factory settings to ensure product quality and consistency Coordinate factory trials and first production runs Collaborate with cross- functional teams and suppliers About you: You will be experienced in an NPD environment Ideally expereinced in bakery setting as well Passionate and driven Want to know more? Apply now! For an informal chat about the role in more detail give me a call on or email me - INDTECH
Jan 09, 2026
Full time
Have you got a passion for baking and New Product Development? Has to time come for you to explore a new opportunity and look at developing your career? This opportunity could be for you! This role needs your knowledge of Baking and NPD processes in order to succeed. Reporting to the NPD Manager you will be one of the senior people within the NPD team and use your already great experience in baking to guide and pass on your experience to the team and get hands stuck in! The role: Retailer facing environment You will use your existing knowledge and experience of NPD Processes Optimise factory settings to ensure product quality and consistency Coordinate factory trials and first production runs Collaborate with cross- functional teams and suppliers About you: You will be experienced in an NPD environment Ideally expereinced in bakery setting as well Passionate and driven Want to know more? Apply now! For an informal chat about the role in more detail give me a call on or email me - INDTECH
Process Development Manager Location: Grimsby Salary: Up to 55,000 + bonus + benefits Sector: Chilled Food Manufacturing An established chilled food manufacturing business is recruiting a Process Development Manager . This role is well suited to Senior Process Technologists or Process Technologists who regularly step up, cover senior colleagues, and lead factory trials. This is a process-driven role , focused on delivery rather than product creativity. Key Responsibilities Lead process development and factory scale-up from concept through to launch Plan, run and document factory trials, ensuring smooth handover to Operations Own customer-led changes, renovations and launches at site level Manage critical paths, timelines, yields and trial costs Work closely with Operations, Technical, Engineering and Commercial teams Support manufacturing readiness and continuous improvement initiatives Mentor Process Technologists and build team capability Progress into line management responsibility within 6 months Ideal Candidate Profile You may already be: An NPD Manager who has a preference in Process A Senior Process Technologist , or A Process Technologist acting up (covering during annual leave, sickness or customer visits), or A Technologist managing projects, trials and customer interaction independently You will have: Experience in chilled food manufacturing Hands-on factory trial and scale-up experience Exposure to UK retailer own-label requirements Good understanding of food safety standards (HACCP, BRC, customer COPs) Strong organisation, communication and stakeholder skills (chilled food experience advantageous but not essential, product experts on site to support) Package & Benefits Salary up to from 40,000 to 55,000 (DOE) Annual discretionary bonus (based on company performance) Pension: statutory employer contribution Life assurance (3x salary) 25 days holiday + bank holidays Staff discount On-site parking Additional Information No sponsorship available Interviewing First stage ASAP- Final stage booked for 20th and 21st January Interview process includes site tour and short presentation task
Jan 07, 2026
Full time
Process Development Manager Location: Grimsby Salary: Up to 55,000 + bonus + benefits Sector: Chilled Food Manufacturing An established chilled food manufacturing business is recruiting a Process Development Manager . This role is well suited to Senior Process Technologists or Process Technologists who regularly step up, cover senior colleagues, and lead factory trials. This is a process-driven role , focused on delivery rather than product creativity. Key Responsibilities Lead process development and factory scale-up from concept through to launch Plan, run and document factory trials, ensuring smooth handover to Operations Own customer-led changes, renovations and launches at site level Manage critical paths, timelines, yields and trial costs Work closely with Operations, Technical, Engineering and Commercial teams Support manufacturing readiness and continuous improvement initiatives Mentor Process Technologists and build team capability Progress into line management responsibility within 6 months Ideal Candidate Profile You may already be: An NPD Manager who has a preference in Process A Senior Process Technologist , or A Process Technologist acting up (covering during annual leave, sickness or customer visits), or A Technologist managing projects, trials and customer interaction independently You will have: Experience in chilled food manufacturing Hands-on factory trial and scale-up experience Exposure to UK retailer own-label requirements Good understanding of food safety standards (HACCP, BRC, customer COPs) Strong organisation, communication and stakeholder skills (chilled food experience advantageous but not essential, product experts on site to support) Package & Benefits Salary up to from 40,000 to 55,000 (DOE) Annual discretionary bonus (based on company performance) Pension: statutory employer contribution Life assurance (3x salary) 25 days holiday + bank holidays Staff discount On-site parking Additional Information No sponsorship available Interviewing First stage ASAP- Final stage booked for 20th and 21st January Interview process includes site tour and short presentation task
Process Development Technologist Location: Park Royal Salary: 40,000 - 45,000 Hours: Full-time Are you passionate about food innovation and ready to turn great ideas into real, scalable products? We're working with a leading food manufacturer to find a talented Process Technologist to help bridge the gap between the development kitchen and the factory floor. This is a hands-on, fast-paced role where you'll play a key part in bringing new products to life-ensuring they meet high technical and quality standards as they move from concept to launch. What You'll Be Doing Leading the scale-up of new products from kitchen to full-scale factory production Organising and running factory trials for NPD (New Product Development) and EPD (Existing Product Development) projects Driving continuous improvement and value engineering to enhance product quality and efficiency Working with cross-functional teams including Technical, Operations, and Engineering to ensure smooth implementation of changes Supporting the introduction of new technologies aligned with the Product Development Strategy What's On Offer 45,000 salary A site-based role at a major food production facility Real influence on how new products are developed, tested, and launched A chance to be part of a collaborative, forward-thinking NPD team What We're Looking For A degree in Food Science, Chemical Engineering, or a similar technical field Previous experience in food manufacturing (FMCG), ideally in a process, development, or NPD-focused role Understanding of key food production methods-such as extrusion, frying, baking, sheeting, and flavouring Strong problem-solving abilities and a drive for continuous improvement A genuine enthusiasm for food, innovation, and quality Ready to Help Shape the Future of Food? If you're someone who thrives in a fast-moving environment and loves the challenge of making ideas production-ready, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now to find out more! Our Commitment to Your Privacy Kandhu Recruitment will treat all applications confidentially. If your experience aligns with the role, we'll be in touch and may retain your information in accordance with our GDPR & Privacy Policy for relevant future opportunities. If not, we will not store your data or contact you further.
Jan 06, 2026
Full time
Process Development Technologist Location: Park Royal Salary: 40,000 - 45,000 Hours: Full-time Are you passionate about food innovation and ready to turn great ideas into real, scalable products? We're working with a leading food manufacturer to find a talented Process Technologist to help bridge the gap between the development kitchen and the factory floor. This is a hands-on, fast-paced role where you'll play a key part in bringing new products to life-ensuring they meet high technical and quality standards as they move from concept to launch. What You'll Be Doing Leading the scale-up of new products from kitchen to full-scale factory production Organising and running factory trials for NPD (New Product Development) and EPD (Existing Product Development) projects Driving continuous improvement and value engineering to enhance product quality and efficiency Working with cross-functional teams including Technical, Operations, and Engineering to ensure smooth implementation of changes Supporting the introduction of new technologies aligned with the Product Development Strategy What's On Offer 45,000 salary A site-based role at a major food production facility Real influence on how new products are developed, tested, and launched A chance to be part of a collaborative, forward-thinking NPD team What We're Looking For A degree in Food Science, Chemical Engineering, or a similar technical field Previous experience in food manufacturing (FMCG), ideally in a process, development, or NPD-focused role Understanding of key food production methods-such as extrusion, frying, baking, sheeting, and flavouring Strong problem-solving abilities and a drive for continuous improvement A genuine enthusiasm for food, innovation, and quality Ready to Help Shape the Future of Food? If you're someone who thrives in a fast-moving environment and loves the challenge of making ideas production-ready, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now to find out more! Our Commitment to Your Privacy Kandhu Recruitment will treat all applications confidentially. If your experience aligns with the role, we'll be in touch and may retain your information in accordance with our GDPR & Privacy Policy for relevant future opportunities. If not, we will not store your data or contact you further.
