Graduate NPD Technologist

Alexander Steele Recruitment; Leeds; On-site; GBP 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturer in West Yorkshire seeks a Junior NPD Technologist to join their technical team. This entry-level role offers a salary of £25,500, abundant training opportunities, and a supportive environment for recent graduates aiming to develop their careers in the food industry. Responsibilities include ensuring product quality and safety, assisting in product development, and participating in audits.

Benefits

33 Days Annual Leave (including bank holidays)

Excellent training and development opportunities

Monday to Friday – Office Hours

Qualifications

• Recent graduate in Food Science or similar.
• Passionate about product development and quality assurance.
• Strong ability to follow safety and compliance regulations.

Responsibilities

• Assist with product development ensuring compliance with food safety standards.
• Prepare launch packs and product specifications.
• Conduct internal audits and support investigations into customer complaints.

Skills

Attention to detail

Product development

Food safety standards

Education

Graduate degree in Food Science or related field

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Recruitment Consultant at Alexander Steele - Operations, Supply Chain + Engineering

Alexander Steele are working with an established multi-site ambient food manufacturer in West Yorkshire who are looking to recruit a Junior NPD Technologist to join their Technical team.

This is a great opportunity for a Graduate targeting the food industry who’s passionate about product development and keen to grow within a supportive, fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

• Assist with the development of new and existing products, ensuring they meet food safety, legal, and quality standards.
• Help prepare accurate launch packs, product specifications, and support documentation for production.
• Carry out internal audits (GMP, hygiene, foreign body control) and support traceability exercises.
• Coordinate product sampling and laboratory testing, reviewing results and escalating non-conformances.
• Support investigations into customer complaints and help identify corrective and preventative actions.
• Conduct packaging checks and swabbing activities in line with site schedules and compliance needs.

On Offer:

• Annual Salary of £25,500
• 33 Days Annual Leave (including bank holidays)
• Monday to Friday – Office Hours
• Excellent opportunity for training and development in a well-established food manufacturing business

If this role is of interest or you require further information, please apply with your most up to date CV and I will be in touch.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Manufacturing, Product Management, and Production

• Industries

  Food and Beverage Manufacturing, Food and Beverage Services, and Manufacturing

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