Principal Technologist – Process and Packaging

Griffith Foods Limited; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Griffith Foods Limited is seeking a Principal Technologist for Process and Packaging to enhance S&D processes and manufacturing capabilities. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in food technology, with a focus on innovation, sustainability, and efficiency. This role involves collaboration with various teams to implement new technologies and ensure compliance with food safety regulations.

Qualifications

• 7 years’ experience in a similar role.
• Strong understanding of thermal processing and ingredient functionality.
• Familiar with food safety regulations, HACCP, and GMP.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for S&D process innovation and execution.
• Collaborate with R&D to improve efficiency and sustainability.
• Maintain documentation of process parameters and testing results.

Skills

Food technology

Problem solving

Leadership

Technical skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Chemical Engineering

Tools

Process control systems (Ex.AZO)

Analytical tools for process monitoring

Job description

Principal Technologist – Process and Packaging

Griffith Foods Ltd., Somercotes, Derbyshire, United Kingdom

Job Description

Posted Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 11:00 PM

We blend care and creativity to nourish the world.

Griffith Foods is global product development partner, we specialize in high-quality food ingredients. We serve global food companies and regional food companies worldwide.
As a family business, we’ve valued people above all else for 100 years. Griffith is renowned for true, collaborative innovation. Our people care. We’re committed to helping our customers create better products - and a better, more sustainable world. Learn more about Griffith Foods on www.griffithfoods.com

Purpose of the role:

To contribute to the growth & profitability of Griffith Foods Europe by playing a leading role in our S&D processes development and manufacturing capabilities (both cooking and packaging), to ensure consistency among manufacturing sites and enhancing its efficiency.

Responsibilities:
• Responsible for the assessment and execution of all S&D process innovation.
• Leads process capability building programs across the category and into local teams.
• Unique regional point of contact for Engineering teams and CAPEX discussions related to S&D.
• Actively participates in & works with Global and Regional process teams to assess and if needed enable the delivery of regional projects.
• Instigate & develop relationships with external technology partners, to facilitate the implementation of the Purpose Driven Strategy with specific focus on Sustainability and Health & Nutrition impact of processes.
• Communicates internally with all necessary functions to exchange technical information & to enable adherence to project timelines.
• Collaborate with R&D and innovation teams to introduce new technologies and processes to improve the efficiency and sustainability of S&D production.
• Conduct research into industry trends, new equipment, and ingredient technologies to maintain a competitive edge.
• GPE R&D ambassador for all regional S&D projects to evaluate and implement continuous improvement initiatives in terms of energy efficiency, waste reduction, and raw material optimization, and make sure no project overlaps happen.
• Risk assessment team member, to input all processes related changes.
• Maintain detailed documentation of process parameters, testing results, and modifications for reference and regulatory purposes.
• Support local operations for relevant technical issues by identifying root causes and implementing process improvements to enhance efficiency, quality, and safety.
• Communicate technical information to both internal and external stakeholders effectively.

Requirements:
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Chemical Engineering, or a related field with relevant experience
• 7 years’ experience or more in a similar role
• Has a passion for food technology, an eye for detail, and extensive experience in food processing, ideally within savory sauces or similar products.
• Works with independence, exercising ingenuity and judgment in the approach to and accomplishment of key technology projects.
• Effectively manages multiple priorities and timelines.
• Demonstrates strong technical, problem solving and leadership skills to approach complex projects.
• Has a strong understanding of thermal processing, emulsion technology, ingredient functionality, and equipment used in sauce manufacturing.
• Is proficient in using process control systems (Ex.AZO) and analytical tools for process monitoring and improvement.
• Is familiar with food safety regulations, HACCP, and GMP in a food production setting.

Working at Griffith Foods

We are a caring family company where everyone has the opportunity to grow, follow their own personal Purpose and find fulfillment in their work. We support each other, demonstrate mutual respect and nourish people’s well-being.
We believe in doing the right thing, especially when it is hard to do and recognize that our success depends on our customers’ success consequently, we work together, leveraging our skills, knowledge and ideas to create exceptional products and solutions.
We value diversity at our company and celebrate our cultural and personal differences, knowing that together, we create a unique source of strength. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, or age.
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Griffith Foods Ltd., Somercotes, Derbyshire, United Kingdom