NPD Process and Development Technologist

b3 jobs ltd; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

b3 jobs ltd is seeking an NPD Process and Development Technologist for its Kent site near Ashford. The role drives the development and launch of new products, coordinating trials and ensuring accurate data capture and HACCP compliance.

The candidate should hold an HNC/HND in Food Science or Technology with about one year of experience and a valid driving licence. The site is commutable from Maidstone, Headcorn, Sittingbourne and surrounding towns.

Qualifications

• Minimum HNC/HND in Food Science or Technology.
• Strong numerical and analytical ability.
• Good planning and coordinating skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate trials and processes to launch approved concepts in production.
• Capture product data (e.g. reheat, quality standards) and update systems.
• Trial new materials, equipment and processes for continuous improvement.
• Contribute to product quality upgrades and HACCP documentation.
• Develop early-stage samples, check nutritional values, complete NPD paperwork.
• Apply functional ingredients and support development kitchen tasks.
• Collaborate with teams, customers and management while upholding standards.

Skills

Numerical ability

Analytical ability

Planning & coordinating

Education

HNC/HND in Food Science or Technology

Job description

NPD Process and Development Technologist

NPD Process and Development Technologist

We are looking for a confident and outgoing food graduate to join a well-established progressive manufacturer. As a leading ambient product manufacturer, the business has seen substantial growth over the past decade, supplying major clients across the UK food retail, wholesale, and foodservice sectors.

About the NPD Process and Development Technologist job

As a Development Technologist, you will consistently ensure the effectiveness of factory processes aligns with business needs, consistently meeting, improving, and exceeding customer expectations.

Key tasks

Manage approved concepts to factory launch, coordinating trials, feasibility checks, and process documentation. Ensure product data (e.g. reheat, quality standards) is captured and systems are updated.

Support continuous improvement by trialling new materials, equipment, and processes. Contribute to product quality upgrades, HACCP systems, and maintain process documentation.

Help develop early-stage samples, check nutritional values, complete NPD paperwork, and assist co-pack projects. Apply functional ingredients and support development kitchen tasks.

Work closely with teams, customers, and management. Represent the company professionally, support strong communication, and uphold company ethics and standards.

About You

The successful candidate shall possess a minimum HNC/HND in Food Science or Technology with strong numerical and analytical ability teamed with good planning and coordinating skills.

One years’ experience is required, this could be a placement.

You must also have a valid driver's license and your own transportation.

The NPD and Development Technologist job (ref:9077) is paying £28,000.

The site is near Ashford and is commutable from Maidstone, Headcorn, Sittingbourne, Tunbridge Wells, Paddock Wood and surrounding towns.

The working hours are Monday to Friday, standard office hours.

Alternate job titles - Development Technologist | Development Process Technologist | Process NPD Technologist | Process NPD Jobs | Food Manufacturing Development Jobs