Lead Process Technologist

Zest Recruitment; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in the UK is seeking a Lead Process Technologist for a customer-facing role in product innovation. Candidates should have experience in food manufacturing. Responsibilities include leading product development, managing a small team, and ensuring operational excellence. Interested candidates can apply by calling or emailing their CV. This role offers a unique opportunity to work with top retail partners while driving process innovation.

Qualifications

• Experience in food manufacturing with a track record spanning from concept through to launch.
• Candidates may be currently working as a Process Technologist or Development Technologist ready to step up, or already operating at a senior level.

Responsibilities

• Lead the process from concept to launch, collaborating directly with the UK’s leading retailers.
• Manage and inspire a small team and spearhead process improvements.
• Partner with major names in UK retail and take ownership of new product launches.
• Drive operational excellence across the board.

Job description

Overview

Are you ready to take the next big step in your career with one of the most respected names in the food industry? We’re looking for a Lead Process Technologist to join our high-performing team in a customer-facing role at the heart of product innovation.

Responsibilities

• Lead the process from concept to launch, collaborating directly with the UK’s leading retailers to drive projects that deliver outstanding products.
• Manage and inspire a small team (two people), spearhead process improvements and ensure gold-standard compliance while maintaining high performance and efficiency.
• Partner with major names in UK retail and take ownership of new product launches and continuous process innovation.
• Lead, influence and drive operational excellence across the board.

Qualifications

• Experience in food manufacturing with a track record spanning from concept through to launch.
• Candidates may be currently working as a Process Technologist or Development Technologist ready to step up, or already operating at a senior level.

How to apply

If you’re interested, call Nicola for a confidential chat on 01780 483 999 or email your CV to [e-mail] today.

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