NPD Specialist – Meat & Fresh Foods | Bonus & Qualifications

Rise Resourcing; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Bonus

Convenient transport links

Funded professional qualifications

Job summary

A leading food industry firm in Skelmersdale is seeking a New Product Development Specialist to lead projects from concept to shelf. You'll focus on meat-based products, using your expertise to improve recipes and manage factory trials. Candidates should have at least 2 years experience in NPD within the food manufacturing sector, a degree in Food Science or Nutrition, and strong planning skills. This full-time role offers an annual bonus and supports professional development in a vibrant team environment.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience in an NPD role in food manufacturing.
• Ability to interpret lab results and shelf-life data.
• Competence in planning and organization.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of new recipes and improve existing ones.
• Manage factory trials and control quality standards.
• Coordinate with suppliers to source materials.

Skills

NPD experience

Understanding food laws

Planning

Detail-oriented

Team player

Education

Degree in Food Science or Nutrition

Tools

Excel

Job description

A leading food industry firm in Skelmersdale is seeking a New Product Development Specialist to lead projects from concept to shelf. You'll focus on meat-based products, using your expertise to improve recipes and manage factory trials. Candidates should have at least 2 years experience in NPD within the food manufacturing sector, a degree in Food Science or Nutrition, and strong planning skills. This full-time role offers an annual bonus and supports professional development in a vibrant team environment.