New Product Development Technologist

Rise Resourcing; Manchester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits as an NPD Technologist in a dynamic company focused on innovation and product development. In this role, you will provide essential technical support and play a pivotal part in creating new products. Your responsibilities will include integrating ingredient information, overseeing documentation, and ensuring quality standards. This position offers a chance to work closely with various departments, making a significant impact on the transition of projects from development to production. Join a forward-thinking team that values creativity and collaboration, while enjoying generous benefits and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Generous holiday entitlement

Company day at Christmas

Huge discounts in company shop

Life assurance cover

Wellbeing resources

Health Checks

Health Cash plan

Training and progression opportunities

On-site free car parking

Electric Vehicle charging

Qualifications

• Experience in New Product Development is essential.
• Strong mathematical skills, particularly with Excel and formulas.

Responsibilities

• Integrate ingredient & recipe information into systems.
• Liaise with suppliers and support the NPD Manager.

Skills

New Product Development

Mathematical Skills

Attention to Detail

Analytical Skills

Teamwork

Education

A Level or Equivalent

Tools

Excel

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Full Job Description

A fantastic new opportunity has arisen for an NPD Technologist to join our client's NPD department to focus on development projects and innovation.

You will provide technical support as required by the business and have the opportunity to be involved in and shape the creation and development of new exciting products.

Responsibilities will include:

• Integrating ingredient & recipe information from the development area into the systems
• Generating and overseeing the provision of documentation associated with Product Development to the relevant departments
• Ensuring all ingredients are approved according to the correct method
• Working closely with Quality Assurance and Production departments to ensure the smooth transition of liquid projects from Product Development to Production
• Liaising with ingredient suppliers
• Making up samples for Commercial / Marketing / Customers
• Supporting the NPD Manager in cost saving / optimisation projects
• Coordinating the sending of samples

What we are looking for:

• Experience of working in New Product Development
• Extensive mathematical skills (such as with Excel and formulas)
• Good level of general education up to A Level or equivalent as a minimum
• Attention to detail and analytical skills are essential
• The ability to maintain a high level of discipline with the daily adherence to product quality
• Able to work on own initiative with little or no supervision
• Demonstrable experience of working as part of a team and working cross-functionally

Benefits include:

• Generous holiday entitlement that increases with length of service
• Company day at Christmas, to share with your nearest and dearest
• Huge discounts in their company shop!
• Life assurance cover
• Wellbeing resources, including Mental Health First Aiders and access to an EAP with free counselling.
• Health Checks (diabetes/blood pressure, stop smoking advice, etc.)
• Health Cash plan after qualifying periods
• Training and progression opportunities open to all, including fully funded apprenticeships
• On-site free car parking
• Electric Vehicle charging
• Local Community involvement – Rugby ticket discounts

If you are interested in the role and would like to discuss or hear more, then please apply and get in touch today!