NPD Process & Development Technologist

JR United Kingdom; North Devon; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a talented NPD Process & Development Technologist to enhance factory processes and exceed customer expectations. This role involves managing product concepts, supporting continuous improvement initiatives, and collaborating closely with teams to ensure quality and compliance. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in food science or technology and a passion for innovation in food manufacturing. Join a progressive manufacturer that values growth and quality, and make a significant impact in the food sector.

Qualifications

• Minimum HNC/HND in Food Science or Technology required.
• 1 year experience in NPD or Process role preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage product concepts from launch to factory, ensuring quality standards.
• Support continuous improvement and maintain process documentation.
• Collaborate with teams and uphold company ethics.

Skills

Numerical ability

Analytical ability

Planning skills

Coordinating skills

Education

HNC/HND in Food Science or Technology

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NPD Process & Development Technologist, Ashford District

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Location: Ashford District, United Kingdom

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Posted: 18.04.2025

Expiry Date: 02.06.2025

Job Description:

NPD Process & Development Technologist

Nr Ashford, Kent

Food Manufacturing

Job ref: 8881

We are looking for a talented NPD Process Technologist 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 & Development Technologist job

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

Key tasks

1. 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.
2. Support continuous improvement by trialling new materials, equipment, and processes. Contribute to product quality upgrades, HACCP systems, and maintain process documentation.
3. Help develop early-stage samples, check nutritional values, complete NPD paperwork, and assist co-pack projects. Apply functional ingredients and support development kitchen tasks.
4. Work closely with teams, customers, and management. Represent the company professionally, support strong communication, and uphold company ethics and standards.

About You

1. The successful candidate shall possess a minimum HNC/HND in Food Science or Technology.
2. Have at least 1 year’s experience within an NPD or Process role, this may have been gained via an industry placement.
3. Have strong numerical and analytical ability teamed with good planning and coordinating skills.

The NPD Process & Development Technologist job (ref:8881) is paying £28,000 - £30,000 according to your experience.

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.