Food Process Technologist — NPD & Factory Trials

Samworth Brothers; Coventry; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension scheme

Health & dental discounts

Employee discount scheme

Annual pay reviews

Profit related pay

Extended leave

Free on-site parking

Training & growth

Job summary

Samworth Brothers in Coventry is seeking a Process Technologist to ensure new products can be made safely, legally and to the required quality. You will run factory trials, follow the critical path and help move products from kitchen concept to full launch.

Successful candidates will bring food science knowledge, experience in food manufacturing, and a solid understanding of HACCP and quality processes. The role offers exposure across NPD, technical and production teams.

Qualifications

• Food industry/technical experience is desirable.
• Experience in chilled manufacturing or FMCG is advantageous.
• Experience running or supporting factory trials.
• Understanding of HACCP, specs, raw materials and quality processes.

Responsibilities

• Follow the critical path to launch new products on time.
• Run bakery or factory trials and validate line performance.
• Gather microbiological, nutritional and sensory data.
• Ensure products meet food safety, legality and quality standards.
• Check new raw materials and raise HACCP concerns as needed.
• Approve packaging artwork before launch.

Skills

Food Science

HACCP

Factory trials

Cross-functional work

FMCG experience

Education

Food Science degree

Job description

Samworth Brothers in Coventry is seeking a Process Technologist to ensure new products can be made safely, legally and to the required quality. You will run factory trials, follow the critical path and help move products from kitchen concept to full launch.

Successful candidates will bring food science knowledge, experience in food manufacturing, and a solid understanding of HACCP and quality processes. The role offers exposure across NPD, technical and production teams.