Process Development Manager

JR United Kingdom; Belfast; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading chilled food manufacturer is seeking a Process Development Manager in Warminster. The role involves leading projects from concept to launch, ensuring food safety and commercial success while collaborating across teams. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Food Technology and experience in food manufacturing.

Qualifications

• Degree in Food Technology or similar.
• 2+ years in process/NPD role in food manufacturing.
• Working knowledge of HACCP, food law, and industry standards.

Responsibilities

• Leading product trials and launches.
• Driving continuous improvement and cost-saving initiatives.
• Collaborating on allergen, QA, and HACCP standards.

Skills

Project Management

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Food Safety Standards

Education

Degree in Food Technology or similar

Job description

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? Now Hiring: Process Development Manager – Chilled Category| Warminster | £50k + Bonus & Benefits | Hybrid Working

Are you a proactive and passionate Process Development professional with a knack for turning kitchen concepts into factory-ready success stories?

I’m currently working on an exciting opportunity with a market-leading chilled food manufacturer based in Warminster—a business known for its innovation, high standards, and sustainability focus.

? What’s the Role?

You’ll be at the heart of bringing new products to life—leading projects from concept through to launch, ensuring operational efficiency, food safety, and commercial success. Working closely with NPD, Technical, Ops, and Commercial teams, you'll ensure launches land right first time.

Key Responsibilities Include:

Leading product trials and launches

Driving continuous improvement and cost-saving initiatives

Supporting capital projects and technical documentation

Collaborating on allergen, QA, and HACCP standards

Delivering cross-functional training and SOPs

? What We're Looking For:

• Degree in Food Technology or similar
• 2+ years in a process/NPD role in food manufacturing
• Strong project management and cross-functional skills
• Working knowledge of HACCP, food law, and industry standards