Process Technologist

Michael Page; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the FMCG sector is seeking a dedicated professional to join their team. This role involves collaborating with various departments to ensure the successful launch of products from concept to production. You will manage factory trials, refine specifications for commercial viability, and ensure compliance with food safety standards. With a focus on continuous improvement, you will play a vital role in enhancing processes for cost savings and quality. Join a collaborative and inclusive culture that values ongoing training and development, providing you with opportunities for progression within a growing business.

Benefits

Competitive salary & benefits package

Opportunities for progression

Collaborative working culture

Ongoing training & development support

Access to health and wellbeing resources

Staff discount schemes

Employee recognition programmes

Qualifications

• Experience in chilled or ambient food manufacturing is desirable.
• Knowledge of factory trials and scaling-up processes.

Responsibilities

• Work with teams to facilitate smooth product launches.
• Conduct factory trials ensuring robust and scalable processes.
• Create and maintain process documentation.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Analytical mindset

Excellent communication

Project management

Education

Food Safety Level 3

Tools

HACCP principles

Job description

This is a well-established, large organisation within the FMCG and manufacturing sector.

Client Details

This is a well-established, large organisation within the FMCG and manufacturing sector.

Description

• Work closely with NPD (New Product Development), Technical, and Production teams to facilitate smooth product launches from kitchen to factory scale.

• Conduct and manage factory trials, ensuring processes are robust, scalable, and cost-effective.

• Support post-trial evaluations and refine specifications to ensure commercial viability.

• Create and maintain process documentation, including trial reports, HACCP, and process flow diagrams.

• Collaborate with procurement and operations to ensure appropriate raw materials and equipment are in place.

• Assist with product and process improvements for cost savings, quality, or sustainability gains.

• Ensure that all processes comply with food safety, legality, and customer requirements.

• Support customer audits, site visits, and presentations where required.

Profile

• Experience in a chilled or ambient food manufacturing environment is highly desirable.

• Knowledge of factory trials, scaling-up processes, and HACCP principles.

• Food Safety Level 3

• Strong problem-solving skills and an analytical mindset.

• Excellent communication skills - able to influence stakeholders at all levels.

• Highly organised with strong project management skills and attention to detail.

• A proactive team player with a hands-on approach.

Job Offer

• Competitive salary & benefits package

• Opportunities for progression within a growing business

• A collaborative and inclusive working culture

• Ongoing training & development support

• Access to health and wellbeing resources

• Staff discount schemes and employee recognition programmes