NPD Technologist

A business that prides itself on sustainability and ethical processes, their success is a result of delivering fresh and best-tasting goods consistently using a simplistic method to achieve high-quality products within their sector.

About the NPD Technologist job

The purpose of your role will be to support the NPD Manager with the development and innovation of products, liaising with all departments to ensure products and services are supplied within agreed specifications.

Key tasks

1. Lead and manage customer artwork development and approvals, ensuring timely communication with the Product Development Manager.
2. Collaborate with internal teams and production sites to meet artwork critical path timelines and resolve any issues or delays.
3. Support sample requests, quality checks, and accurate completion of customer documentation.
4. Oversee the UK Market Review Schedule and monitor competitor activity to inform the team on market trends and developments.

About You

1. The successful candidate shall possess a food science degree or relevant subject, as well as have a full UK driving license.
2. Experience in product development within a food manufacturing environment would be advantageous but is not essential.

More details

The NPD Technologist job (ref: 8890) offers a salary of £28,000 to £30,000, depending on experience.

The site is located in Northampton and is accessible from Wellingborough, Pitsford, Kettering, Towcester, and surrounding towns.

The working hours are Monday to Friday, typical office hours, with some flexibility.

Alternate job titles

New Product Development Technologist | NPD Technician | Food Product Developer | Food Product Development | Food Science Jobs | Food NPD Jobs