Food NPD Technologist – Innovation & Quality Expert

The People Co. / Develop Jobs; England; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The People Co. in the United Kingdom is seeking an NPD Technologist to drive new product development, ensure safety, quality, and regulatory compliance, and collaborate across Production, Technical, Sales and Supply Chain teams.

You will develop recipes, test ingredients, review packaging, and support supplier approvals and technical audits while maintaining records and contributing to continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Experience in a food manufacturing environment, ideally within Technical, NPD or Quality functions.
• Degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Chemistry, Biology or related discipline.
• Experience managing product specifications, technical documentation and compliance records.
• Good knowledge of HACCP and food safety principles.

Responsibilities

• Support new product development projects from concept through to launch, including recipe development and product improvements.
• Research consumer trends, market developments and emerging technologies to identify new product opportunities.
• Conduct product and raw material testing, review results and ensure compliance with safety, quality and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate new product launches and ensure all technical documentation is completed accurately and on time.
• Maintain supplier specifications, technical records, compliance documentation and customer portals.

Skills

Food manufacturing experience

Analytical skills

Communication & stakeholder management

IT systems literacy

Driving licence

Education

Degree in Food Science / Food Technology

Job description

The People Co. in the United Kingdom is seeking an NPD Technologist to drive new product development, ensure safety, quality, and regulatory compliance, and collaborate across Production, Technical, Sales and Supply Chain teams.

You will develop recipes, test ingredients, review packaging, and support supplier approvals and technical audits while maintaining records and contributing to continuous improvement.