Development Technologist – Fixed Term Contract – Six Months

Novus Recruitment Ltd; Leicester; On-site; GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Development Technologist for a six-month fixed-term contract in the food industry. In this role, you will own the entire product development process, manage multiple projects, and collaborate with various teams. The ideal candidate has experience in food manufacturing, excellent communication skills, and the ability to adapt in a dynamic environment. Competitive salary of £40k offered.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Development Technologist within food manufacturing.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Own the full end-to-end product development process.
• Lead product trials and manage projects to deadlines.
• Collaborate with various teams and engage with customers.

Skills

Project delivery

Critical path management

Effective communication

Job description

Development Technologist – Fixed Term Contract – Six Months

Food Industry
£40k

If you are looking for a short-term contract, sometimes these roles come along at just the right time, this Development Technologist FTC could be ideal. In this role, you will take ownership of the full end-to-end product development process. At a well-invested site, this manufacturer is market-leading in terms of market share and growth potential.

As mentioned, the investment has resulted in outstanding infrastructure, showing the company’s commitment to the future of the site. You’ll be part of an established development team working on a broad mix of new product launches and product optimisation projects, gaining exposure across all functions.

What this role offers:

• Autonomy in a dynamic, fast-moving environment.
• Responsibility for leading product trials and overseeing multiple projects to challenging deadlines.
• Involvement in both strategic initiatives and day-to-day product development activity.
• Close collaboration with Production, Engineering, Technical, and wider business teams.
• Direct engagement with customers, including supporting visits and presentations.
• Full ownership across the end-to-end product development process – from initial concept through to factory launch and beyond.

About you:

• Experienced as a Development Technologist within food manufacturing.
• Organised, adaptable, and confident managing several projects at once.
• Skilled in critical path management and project delivery.
• Strong communicator with the ability to influence and build effective relationships.
• Practical knowledge of manufacturing kit and processes, with a creative, problem-solving mindset.
• Energetic, proactive, and a team player.

For more information, please send a full CV to the Novus Team. Interviews are being scheduled within the next two weeks.