Senior Development Technologist

Protea Recruitment Ltd | Food | Drinks | FMCG Recruitment Partner; Cranbrook; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A food manufacturing recruitment agency is seeking a part-time NPD Manager for a well-established client in Kent. The ideal candidate will have experience in new product development for chilled foods and be confident working independently in a factory environment. Responsibilities include managing projects from brief to launch, recipe development, and liaising with various teams. This permanent role offers a chance to work flexibly in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in new product development.
• Strong understanding of food manufacturing processes.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop recipes and prepare samples.
• Run and support factory trials.
• Manage specifications, costings, and documentation.
• Liaise with sales, technical, and production teams.

Skills

NPD experience in chilled food

Understanding of factory processes

Project management

HACCP knowledge

Job description

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Food and Drinks Manufacturing Recruitment Consultant

Part-Time NPD Manager – Chilled Food | Kent

We’re working with a well-established food manufacturer based in Kent, who are looking to bring on a part-time NPD Manager to support their chilled product development. This is a permanent role, ideally suited to someone confident working independently in a hands-on, factory-based environment.

The Role:

You’ll report to the Head of New Business Development and take ownership of projects from brief to launch. This includes developing recipes, preparing samples, managing trials, and working closely with production and technical teams.

Key responsibilities:

• Recipe development and sample prep
• Running and supporting factory trials
• Managing specifications, costings, and documentation
• Liaising with sales, technical, and production
• Customer presentations when required

What they’re looking for:

• Previous NPD experience in chilled food or similar
• Strong understanding of factory processes
• Confident working in a standalone role
• HACCP Level 3 or equivalent
• Comfortable managing multiple projects

Details:

• Based in Kent
• Part-time, permanent

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Part-time

Job function

• Job function

  Manufacturing and Science

• Industries

  Food and Beverage Manufacturing

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