Development Technologist

D R Newitt & Associates; Shepton Mallet; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

D R Newitt & Associates is partnering with a leading Food and Beverage manufacturer in Somerset to recruit a Development Technologist. You will lead concept and recipe development for new and existing products, and liaise directly with customers to understand briefs, expectations and sample requirements.

Based on a state-of-the-art site, the role involves collaborating with NPD, Technical, Operations, Quality and Supply Chain teams to create and maintain product files, ensure nutrition targets

Job description

D R Newitt are working with a clise client and highly respected Food and Beverage Manufacturing business, who due to growth are currently seeking a Development Technologist.

On offer is a salary of up to £36,000 plus unique company benefits.

You will be joining a thriving business based on a state of the art site in Somerset.

Key duties:

• Lead concept and recipe development activity for new and existing products.
• Liaise directly with customers to understand briefs, expectations and sample requirements.
• Build strong working relationships with customers, suppliers and internal teams including NPD, Technical, Operations, Quality and Supply Chain.
• Create and maintain accurate new product files, initial project information and supporting documentation.
• Ensure recipe development complies with customer codes of practice, raw material requirements and nutritional targets.
• Support bench, pilot and main plant development activities, including hands‑on sample preparation.
• Manage kitchen equipment, ingredients and stock to support sample submissions.
• Support customer complaint investigations where formulation may be a factor.
• Provide clear information to support trials, launches, blend control, batch traceability and product quality.
• Support health and safety policies, procedures and legal compliance within designated work areas.