NPD Technologist

Sofina Foods Europe; Grimsby; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food company in Grimsby is seeking a Product Development Technologist to lead innovation in their seafood and pork ranges. The role requires 3+ years of experience, strong communication skills, and a deep passion for food to develop category-leading products. Join a diverse team dedicated to quality and sustainability.

Benefits

Competitive rates

Online Benefits Hub

Life insurance

On-site parking

Company pension

Referral programme

Health & wellbeing programme

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years in chilled and frozen seafood and/or pork product development.
• Experience translating customer briefs into commercially viable solutions.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with teams to deliver projects from concept to launch.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, quality, hygiene and legal standards.
• Hands-on involvement in the kitchen to innovate products.

Skills

Product development

Project management

Cross-functional communication

Food safety standards

Costing and margin management

Passion for food

Education

HNC/HND in Food Science or equivalent

Job description

Summary

A Hands-On Role at the Heart of Innovation in Food Development

The Role

Sofina Foods is seeking a detail-driven, collaborative Product Development Technologist to support and lead innovation across our Seafood and Pork ranges. Working closely with cross-functional teams, you’ll play a key role in developing and delivering category-leading products that meet the high standards of both our internal and retail partners.

This role is perfect for someone with technical experience and a true passion for food – someone who thrives on turning great ideas into commercially successful, high-quality products.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively with technical, commercial, and operational teams to deliver projects from concept to launch
• Ensure all new product development complies with relevant food safety, quality, hygiene, and legal standards
• Be hands-on in the kitchen and on-site, translating customer briefs into innovative, commercially viable solutions
• Act as a key contributor to project timelines, costings, and product trials across multiple sites
  
  

The Ideal Candidate

• Experienced in chilled and frozen seafood and/or pork product development, with a minimum of 3 years in a relevant role
• Qualified to HNC/HND level in Food Science, Technology or similar – or with equivalent practical experience
• Confident presenting ideas and results to internal teams and retail customers
• Strong in communication – both written and verbal – and comfortable working cross-functionally
• Commercially aware, with a good understanding of costing and margin management
• Passionate about food, trends, and innovation – with a genuine curiosity for what’s next
  
  

Why Sofina Foods?

• Competitive rates
• Online Benefits Hub
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Company pension
• Referral programme
• Health & wellbeing programme
  
  

Company Information

Sofina Foods is more than just a food company. It’s a place where you can grow your career, learn new skills, and make a positive impact on the world.

With a wide range of meat and seafood products that delight consumers worldwide, Sofina Foods is always looking for talented and passionate people to join its team of over 13,000 employees across 40 sites in Canada and Europe, including Young’s Seafood and Karro Food Group.

At Sofina Foods, you will be part of a culture that values innovation, quality, sustainability, and customer satisfaction. You will also have the opportunity to work with diverse and delicious products that are sourced responsibly and sustainably from over 50 different protein sources from 5 continents.

Sofina Foods has a 25 year history of excellence in the food industry and provides over 500 million meals for the global market every year.

Our vision is to be the most successful food company in the world. If you are looking for a rewarding and exciting career in the food sector, Sofina Foods is the place for you.

Equal Opportunities

Sofina Foods is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences – regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.

Schedule

Monday to Friday

Location

Grimsby, North East Lincolnshire

Hours of Work

Full-time

Company

Sofina Foods

Country Code

GB

AutoReqId

4715BR