Food Science Graduate Opportunity- 6 Month Contract

Campden BRI; Chipping Campden; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food research organization in Chipping Campden is seeking a Food Science & Technology graduate for a 6-month fixed term contract. The role involves executing food development projects, collecting data, and supporting training courses. The ideal candidate has experience in product development and knowledge of pilot plant equipment. Benefits include a rewarding platform, generous holiday, and a pension scheme with matched contributions.

Benefits

Employee discounts and rewards

25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays

Buy and sell holiday scheme

Generous work save pension scheme

Early finish Fridays

Subsidised onsite restaurant

Qualifications

• Experience in food or beverage manufacturing or development is essential.
• Knowledge of raw materials and production methods.
• Proven competence in product development.

Responsibilities

• Execute technical food and beverage related projects using lab facilities.
• Collect project data and prepare client reports.
• Support practical delivery on training courses.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Analytical mind

Team player

Education

Food Science & Technology degree or equivalent

Tools

Pilot plant equipment

Job description

Overview

Consulting Technology. Supporting food manufacturers and retailers with product innovation including: rheology, new product development, value optimisation, instructional development, pilot plant, quality and food safety manufacturing, thermal processing, new technologies, and regulatory affairs.

Product & Ingredient Development Team. Campden BRI are at the forefront of innovation, science and technology that supports our members - the food & drink industries. You will be working with our Product and Ingredient Team - NPD, EPD, consultancy, trials and advice.

The aim of the Product and Ingredient Development Team is to provide world class research and development support to the food and beverage industry. A key focus is helping clients to bring innovative products to market in an efficient yet safe manner. The team also provides technical training and support to the industry.

This role supports this through the delivery of research and development projects and training activities, particularly within the bakery category. The role will involve practical product developments and ingredient testing, using laboratory and pilot plant equipment as well as desk-based activities.

This is a 6 month fixed term contract - working Monday-Friday 8.45am-5.15pm (4.30pm finishes on Fridays).

Position

• Executing technical food and beverage related projects / research, much of which will be practical work using lab and pilot plant facilities
• Office-based activities - collecting project data and preparing client reports, liaising with clients and creating proposals
• Providing support to practical delivery on training courses and presentation on external/internal training courses
• Assisting in health & safety, hygiene, good manufacturing practices
• Contribute to idea generation for the group
• Developing knowledge of a pilot plant equipment to include maintenance and records

Requirements

• Food Science & Technology graduate or equivalent, with relevant experience within food or beverage manufacture or development. A degree in food science or technology is preferable, but other relevant subjects would be considered. Relevant industrial experience may be considered in lieu of higher qualifications.
• Proven competence of working in the food industry, preferably within product development.
• Knowledge of raw materials and / or production methods, processes and food product analysis.
• Experience in using pilot plant equipment however, a bias towards using such equipment would be sufficient.
• Good communication and organisational skills for holding discussions with staff and clients.
• Ability to manage work on a number of projects simultaneously to agreed deadlines.
• Ability to write reports and proposals of varying length and complexity.
• An analytical mind with good attention to detail and the ability to find solutions to complex problems.
• Puts the client/customer and their needs at the heart of everything that we do.
• A strong team player

Benefits

• Reward platform with employee discounts and rewards
• 25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays
• Buy and sell holiday scheme
• A generous work save pension scheme, with employee contributions matched by the company up to 10%
• Culture focus around work/life balance (early finish Fridays)
• Subsidised onsite restaurant

Additional Information

Our location is in a beautiful rural setting, but public transport options are limited — so you’ll need to have access to your own vehicle or alternative travel arrangements.